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Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Health
- Scottish Sun
‘Omg – how sad' people say as mum-of-two sparks horror by sharing snap of her toddler ‘vaping'
The mum was later forced to clarify what the 'vape' really was VAPE A MINUTE? 'Omg – how sad' people say as mum-of-two sparks horror by sharing snap of her toddler 'vaping' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MOTHER-OF-TWO has sparked horror after sharing a photo of her toddler ''vaping''. Alysha Elsom left social media users horrified after posting a series of snaps of her adorable tots - one of which also included a photo of a little girl holding what, at first glance, seemed to be a vape. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 One mum-of-two left social media users horrified after sharing a snap of her tot holding what, at first glance, looks like 'a vape' Credit: tiktok/@ 3 The experts at NHS warn that vaping is not for children and young people Credit: Getty The snap, which has since taken the internet by storm for all the wrong seasons, sees one of Alysha's daughters dressed up in a cute pink outfit, as well as an adorable bow on her head. However, what really caught the attention of more than 500k fellow TikTokers was the plastic blue item the tot was holding. Due to the shape and the vibrant colour of the object thousands of gobsmacked people quickly - and wrongly - assumed that the girl was puffing on a vape. The experts at NHS warn that vaping is not for children and young people. Their developing lungs and brains mean they are more sensitive to its effects. Although nicotine vaping is less harmful than smoking, it is not risk-free. That's why there's a minimum age of sale for vaping products in the UK. It is illegal to sell nicotine vaping products to anyone under 18 or for adults to buy them on behalf of under-18s. Additionally, exposure of children and adolescents to nicotine in vaping solutions can lead to long-term negative impacts on brain development, as well as addiction, as reported by Science Direct. They added that many teenagers who vape experience poor concentration, anxiety, mood disorders and sleep disturbance. A paper from NEJM in 2022 reported a case series where chronic vaping resulted in small airway fibrosis of the airways - a condition where the lungs become scarred, making it difficult to breathe. Police raid largest spice vapes operation after kids were left hospitalised 'Did I see that correctly?' Posted just two days ago, the clip has already taken the platform by storm, racking up close to an astronomical 560k views, 20k likes, as well as almost 800 shares. Over 500 people flooded to comments in sheer horror, with many totally aghast at what they had just seen. The 4 horrifying things that can happen to your body after vaping VAPES were once hailed as miracle devices to help adults ditch cigarettes. But while the devices don't carry the same risks as tobacco, experts have warned that vaping might not be so harmless after all. Here are five ways vaping could damage young users bodies: 1. It could slow down brain development Vaping nicotine can permanently affect brain development in people under the age of 25, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It said that nicotine consumed during teenage years can harm the parts of the brain that control attention, learning, mood, and impulse control, as well as increase the risk of addiction. 2. It could lead to tooth decay Dr Michael Heffernan, a dentist at The Wessex Dental Specialist Care, said most vapes contain dangerous chemical that can harm your teeth and lead to decay. Puffing on the devices could also lead to mouth dryness, creating an environment in which harmful bacteria can grow. 3. It could damage heart health However, some of the chemicals found in vapes can be damaging to the heart, with the American Heart Association (AHA) stating that vaping is "as harmful to the body's cardiovascular systems as cigarettes". 4. It could cause lung disease Vaping from a young age could leave children with breathing difficulties, with paediatric respiratory consultant Dr Mike McKean saying he'd seen reports of people developing lung disease related to vaping. Researchers from the US also found that young people who vape are more at risk of bronchitis, inflammation of the airways, and shortness of breath. Read more on how vaping can affect your health here. ''Did i see that correctly..?!'' one was baffled. ''no way u guys genuinely thought her baby was holding a vape,'' a second wrote. ''got scared for sec,'' someone else chimed in, as another dubbed it ''so sad''. ''Why is the vape in the baby mouth,'' a fourth commented. ''fully thought it was a lost mary,'' a TikToker said. After the short clip left thousands gobsmacked, mum Alysha explained what really was going on in the photo - revealing that it was actually ''a toy thermometer''. This was also backed up by another mum who hit back at the trolls, writing: ''It's a peppa pig thermometer my wee girl has the same thing.''
Scottish Sun
06-05-2025
- Climate
- Scottish Sun
The £2 Aldi buy which keeps your drive ice-free as temperatures dip as low as -5C after the Bank Holiday sunny spell
One woman swears by the slightly eccentric everyday item to defrost all your gear COLD SNAP The £2 Aldi buy which keeps your drive ice-free as temperatures dip as low as -5C after the Bank Holiday sunny spell Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BRITS are bracing for a bonkers weather U-turn as temps nosedive from sun-soaked highs to near-freezing lows. But this nifty trick will stop you skidding down your driveway in icy conditions. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Aldi's non-clumping cat litter for just £2.19 could be the answer to your icy woes Credit: Aldi 2 Unpredictable weather could create deadly ice Credit: Getty images A £2 product from Aldi will save the day, and it's all you need to stop your car turning into the North Pole on wheels. Just after the Met Office recorded the hottest start to May on record, temperatures plummeted to as low as -5C overnight. Only a few days after the Brits were roasted under 29C sun, motorists all over the country woke up to frosted windscreens this morning. The Met Office has now warned that freezing winds and a cold spell will sweep across the country over the next few days, leaving sub-zero temperatures in their wake. Some Brits will be petrified that their drive to work will be ever more perilous, especially with the quickly shifting temperatures increasing the likelihood of sheet ice. But have no fear, for just a couple of quid should make the roads drivable. Amazingly, cat litter can be used safely to get your wheels moving. Indeed, Aldi even has a specific 'Lightweight Non-Clumping' edition for just £2.19. That's a lot cheaper than the fancy de-icing kit from Screwfix for £9.99. Super scrimper Alysha even stuffs socks with cat litter, ties the ends and tucks them on her car dashboard. She told the Sun: 'It may sound strange, but it works wonders. 'The cat litter-filled sock stops my car windows from fogging up. 'It costs next to nothing, but it's brilliant for preventing condensation when it's cold.' Alysha really isn't kitten around, claiming that her litter trick saved her £300 on emergency towing fees. The trick might come particularly in handy in Altnaharra in Northern Scotland, which saw temperatures drop to -4.7C last night. Motoring expert Maria McCarthy told the Express: 'Spreading cat litter around the wheels is a useful hack for providing traction, or you could use the foot well mats or gather some twigs or gravel.' This applies especially if 'you return to your vehicle after it's been snowing', when you may find it 'more difficult to move off.' McCarthy continued: "'You might want to consider getting winter tyres, which have better grip in snow and ice. You can fit the tyres yourself, or ask your garage to do so. When it comes to storing them, some garage chains will send the tyres you're not currently using off to a 'tyre hotel' ."
The Irish Sun
06-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
The £2 Aldi buy which keeps your drive ice-free as temperatures dip as low as -5C after the Bank Holiday sunny spell
BRITS are bracing for a bonkers weather U-turn as temps nosedive from sun-soaked highs to near-freezing lows. But this nifty trick will stop you skidding down your driveway in Advertisement 2 Aldi's non-clumping cat litter for just £2.19 could be the answer to your icy woes Credit: Aldi 2 Unpredictable weather could create deadly ice Credit: Getty images A £2 product from Just after the Met Office recorded the hottest start to May on record, temperatures plummeted to as low as -5C overnight. Only a few days after the Brits were roasted under The Advertisement Some Brits will be petrified that their drive to work will be ever more perilous, especially with the quickly shifting temperatures increasing the likelihood of sheet But have no fear, for just a couple of quid should make the roads drivable. Amazingly, cat litter can be used safely to get your wheels moving. Indeed, Aldi even has a specific Advertisement Most read in Motors That's a lot cheaper than the fancy de-icing kit from Super scrimper Alysha even stuffs socks with She told the Sun: 'It may sound strange, but it works wonders. 'The cat litter-filled sock stops my car windows from fogging up. Advertisement 'It costs next to nothing, but it's brilliant for preventing condensation when it's cold.' Alysha really isn't kitten around, claiming that her litter trick saved her £300 on emergency towing fees. The trick might come particularly in handy in Altnaharra in Northern Motoring expert Maria McCarthy told Advertisement McCarthy continued: "'You might want to consider getting winter tyres, which have better grip in Tips for driving safely in icy conditions Prepare your Car before driving - scrape those windscreen, check those fluid levels including oil, screenwash and break fluid, and top up with some antifreeze Keep an Emergency Winter Kit - Breaking Down in sub zero temperatures is dangerous so its worth keeping a torch, first aid kit and some sugary snacks on hand Check your Tyres - Sounds simple but most people never do it- if its icy your much more likely to skidaroo Drive Smoothly - When driving in ice you have less grip on the road, if you suddenly jerk this is when you start sliding. Keep at a distance from other drivers - You need a bigger gap when conditions are worse because it takes longer to break Be wary when driving on hills - If possible its best to avoid them in sketchy weather conditions. If absolutely necessary go slow gradually going down the gears and use the side of the wheel as a break in a jam. Brake gently - Braking heavily can make tyres lock, which means you are more likely to lose control. Brake more gently than you would in normal conditions.
Yahoo
29-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Social media star Alysha Burney remembered at Kansas City's Loose Park
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Friends, family and fans of a social media star said goodbye at Kansas City's Loose Park Friday night. Alysha Burney died while vacationing in Mexico earlier this month. Family say the 24-year-old died in her sleep of an asthma attack. Family says fans have been reaching out to them to let them know the impact she had on their lives through her videos. That support was certainly evident Friday as more than 100 supporters from across the country congregated in Kansas City, wearing her favorite color, pink. 'I've been watching her videos, I've stared at her pictures,' Burney's mother Anitra Scott said. KC metro among top 3 US cities to suffer most from trade war, Canada says Videos that took the 2023 University of Central Missouri graduate straight to L.A. after graduation, amassing more than five million subscribers on YouTube, TikTok and Instagram. 'Alysha was truly one of a kind; she was very authentic, not afraid to be herself, she was very expressive, emotional and sensitive at times,' her brother Charles Burney, who was featured in many of the videos along with their mother, said. 'What you see on camera is how she is in life. She was full of life, laughter, she was always joking,' Scott said. A star on camera, her family says Burney's ultimate dreams were writing and directing. She died just one day before her 25th birthday. Driver caught going 104 mph in 45 mph zone in Overland Park 'We thank you for the life and legacy of Alysha Burney. God, we thank you for the laughter,' her uncle said, praying before they released pink balloons in her honor. 'We love you, Alysha,' those gathered yelled in unison. Burney's brother says Alysha had one more skit already filmed she planned to post after her birthday. He says he's busy editing that final video to post to her social media accounts because he knows that's what she would have wanted. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
TikToker Alysha Burney's Brother Slams Misinformed Reports About Her Death
Kansas City's TikTok influencer Alysha Burney's brother, Charles Burney, has responded to the false narratives about her death. Alysha died on March 2 in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, a day before her 25th birthday. After news of her death made headlines, there were speculations that she died due to drugs and partying too hard. However, Charles and the Burney family firmly denied those reports, stressing that Alysha was a hard-working and responsible woman. Alysha's brother isn't pleased with the speculations about her death. In a statement to the Daily Mail, he emphasized that his sister's death was due to health issues and not from partying too hard. According to the grieving brother, Alysha died after experiencing an asthma attack while sleeping. He also said his sister never did drugs but was a "hard-working woman" who loved her life and success. Charles also said that there was "misinformation online based on speculation." He added, "These sources lack credibility and should not be believed. My sister did not engage in environments that would lead to such situations." On March 10, Charles announced his sister's death on Instagram and decried the "fake narratives" about the circumstances of her passing. He wrote, "Good Morning Burney Bunch!! I come with great sadness that my little sister Alysha Burney has passed. PLEASE allow our family time to grieve during this time." Charles continued, "It is extremely difficult seeing all of the false narratives trying to defame her legacy and we are ready to take legal action for those continuing to spread false information regarding her passing." He concluded, "We know so many people care about her and will share more information soon but just give us some time and please stop harassing the family. Her legacy will still live on FOREVER!!" On March 10, Kansas City's Fox4 broke the news of Alysha Burney's passing and spoke to Charles, who was with her when she died. In the interview, Charles highlighted his late sister's qualities. He said, "She was not selfish with her knowledge and was a very open book about her journey. She will always be dearly loved, and her legacy will live on forever." He added, "Alysha was very goal-oriented, creative, and passionate about giving back. She graduated with a Bachelor's of Science in Digital Media Production and was working towards her graduate degree." Responding to the rumors about Alysha's death, Charles said, "She does not do drugs. She was a self-loving and happy individual who cherished her life and was looking forward to the upcoming year's plans. She was in Mexico to celebrate her birthday. She was a very classy young woman." He added, "Her lifelong goal was to be a writer and a director. Another goal she had was to return to Kansas City, open a production studio, and help other young creatives from Kansas City get to where she was." Alysha's friends and family honored her memory after her passing by recounting some of their treasured memories of her. Speaking to Fox4, they said she was always destined for greatness. Charles recalled when Alysha was late for her graduation at the University of Central Missouri because she was at her house helping movers. He said, "My girl, I am so proud of you, like you did it, you did it, you did the thing." Charles added, "She was driven, so dedicated, she had plans, she had goals, ambitions, and she ran for them." Alysha's brother also described how it felt watching his sister die. He said, "It is extremely devastating. Experiencing that and being there, I feel like I lost my heart." Meanwhile, Alysha's mother, Anitra Scott, added, "Bold, outgoing, outspoken. She never let anything hold her back, goal-driven." Alysha Burney's best friend, Hiba Lukadi said, "It's really hard. Usually, when something happens, she's the first person I call, and now, not having her to talk to." Lukadi also said knowing Alysha was to love her, adding that God took his time with her. Another of her friends, Nikolai Adams, who moved to Los Angeles in October to be closer to her, said, "The way that she could make anyone comfortable, the ways she could make anyone be themselves is definitely magic." Meanwhile, the deceased's mom, Scott, recalled joining her and her friends in their hilarious videos. She said, "I joined them in their foolishness. I was like, 'People would never believe I was y'alls mother." Alysha was incredibly active on social media. She had over 2.5 million followers on TikTok, 1.27 million followers on YouTube, and 589k followers on Instagram.
