By Om Patel

THE RISKS
BEHIND
VAPING

In Australia, 14% of teens have used a vape

at least once. E-cigarettes are electronic
devices that heat up the "juice" which the
user inhales. Most vapes contain nicotine
which is a highly addictive drug. E-
cigarettes are harmful to youth. both
physically and emotionally. Vapes can
lead to depression and anxiety as well as
causing heart and lung issues. Teens may
be peer pressured into vaping or may do
so of their own free will. Even
experimenting can lead to an addiction.

Many foundations help with vaping:

Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF)
iCanQuit
Kids Helpline
Lifeline
Quit Coach
Quit Victoria
Quitline
In 2020, the CDC reported 2,807 cases of vaping related lung problems of which 68 died. Your craving is temporary, the
damage to your lungs is permanent.

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Don't take the risk. Don't vape.