Below Deck star, 33, suffers heart attack brought on by ‘vape poisoning’
Summary
Below Deck star Fraser Olender revealed he experienced a heart attack caused by “vape poisoning,” or E-cigarette/Vaping-Associated Lung Injury (EVALI). He described being rushed to the hospital with severe chest pains and breathing difficulties, and undergoing tests to determine the cause. Doctors discovered that vaping caused a coronary artery vasospasm, reducing blood flow to his heart and resulting in a STEMI heart attack. Olender emphasized the intense pain he endured, stating that even strong pain medication provided limited relief. He now advocates against vaping, sharing his story to encourage others to prioritize their health and quit, as he believes he nearly died for a “ridiculously stupid” reason. He is now recovering and has vowed to never vape again.
(Source:The Independent)