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the law & school Policies

People ages 18 and older are allowed to buy e-cigarettes in most states—other states have an age requirement of 19 or 21. However, just because e-cigarettes are legal for adults to purchase doesn’t mean they are safe, especially for young people. 

School Policy: Vape pens are not permitted on school property.  

know the harms and risks

There is a common misconception that vaping is completely harmless. The truth is, vaping is not safe, especially for teens and young adults. Research shows that 66 percent of teens think their vaping instrument only contains flavored liquid. What many don’t understand is that these liquids may also contain toxic substances such as formaldehyde, diacetyl, and acrolein. Inhaling these chemicals can significantly harm their lungs. 

Vape interventions/programs

keys AHEC smoking cessation

Guidance Care Center - Counselors

Guidance Care Center - Counselors

Keys AHEC can provide you with Local In-person, Web, or Phone Support.  If you are ready to quit smoking and want to learn more or discuss enrolling into one of their programs . Youth are accepted with parental consent. 

(305)743-7111 Extension 205


Keys AHEC Zoom Schedule

https://keysahec.org/zoom-schedule


Guidance Care Center - Counselors

Guidance Care Center - Counselors

Guidance Care Center - Counselors

Guidance/Care Center, Inc. offers free counseling to students in schools to support their decision to quit vaping. 


Key West HS Bronte Walsh bronte.walsh@westcare.com

Marathon middle/high  Martina Belotti martina.belotti@keysschools.com

Coral Shores Wilmarie Lopez

wilmarie.lopez@westcare.com


Coming Soon

Guidance Care Center - Counselors

Coming Soon

CATCH MY BREATH

Evidence based vape prevention program coming soon to Keys Schools  2022-2023 


For more information:

CATCH MY BREATH 

https://catch.org/

Parent and Youth vape education Videos

HOW DO I KNOW IF MY TEEN IS VAPING?

teen vape prevention

Get the Facts

E-CIGARETTES and the harmful chemicals.

E-CIGARETTES COME IN MANY SHAPES AND SIZES.

E-CIGARETTES COME IN MANY SHAPES AND SIZES.

The aerosol emitted can also contain other harmful substances, including heavy metals such as lead, volatile organic compounds, and cancer-causing agents.

E-CIGARETTES COME IN MANY SHAPES AND SIZES.

E-CIGARETTES COME IN MANY SHAPES AND SIZES.

E-CIGARETTES COME IN MANY SHAPES AND SIZES.

Some resemble pens, USB sticks, and other everyday items. Larger devices such as tank systems, or “mods,” do not resemble other tobacco products. 

E-CIGARETTE USE HARMS THE DEVELOPING BRAIN.

E-CIGARETTES COME IN MANY SHAPES AND SIZES.

E-CIGARETTE USE HARMS THE DEVELOPING BRAIN.

 E-cigarettes typically deliver nicotine, a harmful drug to the youth brain and body. Teens are particularly vulnerable to the effects of nicotine since the brain is still developing during these years and through young adulthood. 

Sources:

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): Reducing Vaping Among Youth and Young Adults, Talk to your Teen about Vaping, Tips for Teens

https://www.samhsa.gov/

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