Asthmatic teens even more likely to vape than those without the illness Avoiding Tobacco Smoke and E Cigarette Aerosol Is a Key Part of Asthma Management Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America Roaches, dust mites, mold, smoke, vape, and vog all can trigger asthma attacks in children., Asthma affects people of all ages and often begins in childhood. In Hawaii, nearly 1 in 15 children has Vaping: 'Emerging data suggests links to chronic lung disease and asthma', warns doctor Express.co.uk