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What began as a routine way to cope with long work hours turned into a life-threatening crisis for James Johnson.
The young father believed vaping helped him stay alert during exhausting 17-hour shifts, never imagining it could nearly cost him his life.
One night, everything changed. Johnson suddenly began vomiting blood and struggling to breathe.
Within hours, he was rushed to the hospital, where doctors placed him in intensive care as his lungs rapidly failed.
The collapse shocked everyone around him, but the warning signs had been building for months.
Johnson had developed a heavy habit, using roughly two packs of disposable vapes each week while pushing through relentless work schedules.
Like many young people, he believed his age made him resilient.
He ignored concerns from those around him and assumed the risks were minimal compared to traditional smoking.
By the time he reached the hospital, the damage was severe.
Doctors discovered that one lung was barely functioning, and the lack of oxygen had affected his memory and overall health.
When Johnson eventually woke from a medically induced coma, the emotional impact was devastating.
He could not recognize his own partner or his baby daughter, and his weakened body struggled with even basic actions like walking, speaking, and swallowing.
