Teen Vaping
Pocket-size vape devices are popular among teens, who may not realize that attractive flavored pods contain nicotine or high-potency THC (cannabis or marijuana). Vape devices heat quickly to dispense high-potency THC products, nicotine, flavored liquids, and other drugs.
Vaping produces a mist that is mistaken for water vapor, but is a chemical aerosol that enters and harms lungs.
Vaping in Our Schools
Close to 1 in 5 students...
| 7th graders | 7% say they have vaped |
| 9th graders | 1 in 5 |
| 11th graders | nearly 1 in 3 |
Vaping in Our Schools
Close to 1 in 5 students who have never vaped were offered vapes in the last 30 days.
| 7th graders | nearly 1 in 15 say they have vaped |
| 9th graders | 1 in 5 |
| 11th graders | nearly 1 in 3 |
Community Conversation with Alma & Erika: A New Podcast Series
Episode 2: Vaping – A Quick Guide for Parents
Alma and Erika discuss the risks and harms of vaping, especially for children and teens. Topics include: staying in the know; the risks of vaping marijuana; healthy habits, how to get help, and other coping skills; and how to nurture an open conversation with your children.
Health Alert
Health officials have reported a steep rise in hospitalized and fatal cases of a serious vaping-related lung disease called EVALI. Although EVALI cases have decreased, the risk of acute lung illness and injury from vapes and e-cigs remains high.
Experts now recommend no exposure to any vaping products by youths, young adults, or women who are pregnant.
Health Alert
Health officials have...
Nora Volkow, MD, Director, National Institute on Drug Abuse