Bots at the back of maximum vaping advertising on social media, learn about reveals

Just about 80% of tweets about vaping come from computerized "bots" that unfold incorrect information about e-cigarettes' protection
Nearly 80% of tweets about vaping come from automated "bots" that spread misinformation about e-cigarettes' safety

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