The Dangers of Vaping

Hello Parents,

Bryan Middle/High School wanted to reach out to you to discuss the topic of Vaping.

As you are probably aware, Vaping rates have drastically increased among youth and teens in the recent year(s). According to a report run by WTOL Channel 11 Toledo News there has been a 700% increase in student Vaping incidents since the 2016-2017 school year.

This is a staggering number and a data point that can't be ignored. So in response we wanted to take the opportunity to educate our parents/guardians about the dangers of vaping and the facts associated with this trend. It is our hope that you can then join us in helping to educate your student about the risk factors associated with Vaping products.

Please review the information below to help educate yourself on this topic and then we urge you to speak with your student about this information.

Data Trends

The 2019 Williams County Health Needs Assessment indicates the following about youth vaping:

1.) 30% of Williams County students in grades 6-12 have stated they have used a Vapor product

2.) 50% of Williams County teens age 17 or older stated they have used a Vapor product

3.) According to the Williams County Health Needs Assessment the following was stated by adults:

"Thirty-two percent (32%) of adults did not know if e-cigarette vapor was harmful."

Dangers of Vaping Resources

In an effort to help you learn about the dangers of Vapor products there many resources available below for your review. We encourage you to watch and/or read these articles and videos that provide a wealth of education on the topic.

YouTube Link - Teen Vaping and Juuling: What Parents Need to Know

Check out these additional resources and information about Vaping:

Ohio Department of Health Letter.pdf

A Letter from the Ohio Department of Health

Resource-page-for-families-Aug-2019.pdf

Resource Page for Youth and Families

Vape-myths-vs-facts.pdf

Vape Myths vs Facts

Vaping and Juuling Fact Brochure.pdf

Vaping and Juuling Fact Brochure

Tobacco, Vaping, and Juuling Stats and Information.pdf

National Statistics and Vaping/Juuling Facts

This contains interesting trends, data, and information specific to vapes and juuls.

As educators we feel the need to help educate as many people as possible about the dangers of Vaping so that our most prized clients, our students, can be guided appropriately. We want nothing more than for our students to make healthy choices that keep them safe today, tomorrow, and beyond. We encourage you to sit down with your student, if you haven't already done so, and educate them on the dangers of Vaping and Vapor products.

We want to thank the Williams County Health Department for the many resources and stats to share with you regarding this topic.

Thank you!