Wellness Wednesday — Talk to Your Kids About Vaping

Nationally, about 40% of kids have tried vaping and it’s likely their parents don’t even know.

This statistic is scary, especially considering that one vape pod can contain as much nicotine as 20 cigarettes.

Misconceptions, peer pressure and marketing tactics all contribute to the staggering rise. Vaping is also easy to hide.

The health risks of vaping continue to emerge as the medical field uncovers new information daily. What we do know is that vaping is not just flavored steam. It poses significant health risks in the short and long term. Some of these effects include short and long term impact on the lungs, nicotine addiction and seizures.

As parents, the best thing you can do is to simply talk with your child. Start the conversation today by downloading this great conversation guide.