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VAPING PREVENTION & EDUCATION

What Can I Do? How To Prevent Teen Vaping

Whether you're a teacher, parent, or friend, watching someone that you care about use e⁠-⁠cigarettes can be stressful. Because of the addictive nature of nicotine, talking about the health risks can be tricky—and it's a conversation that you want to get right. That's why the FDA created the following tips about how to talk to teens about vaping, nicotine, and e⁠-⁠cigarettes.

How to Spot and Address Teens Using Vapes and e⁠-⁠Cigarettes

You don't need to be an expert but understanding facts about e⁠-⁠cigarettes and the dangers of vaping will help you talk to your child about this important topic.

Watch and Learn: Real Teens Tell Their Vaping Stories

Talking to teens about the health risks of vaping and e⁠-⁠cigarettes can be a challenge. Watch real teens tell their stories and find out exactly how their lives have been impacted by e⁠-⁠cigarette addiction.