Steps to Success Student Safety - Vaping 2-19-2025

We’re excited to bring you another video in our *Steps to Success* series *In today’s Steps to Success, we’re focusing on vaping and student health!* Vaping is often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking, but as our expert explains, that’s far from the truth. These products contain harmful chemicals like rubidium and petroleum, and they’re designed to look and taste appealing to teens. Here’s what you need to know: *Vaping products are marketed to look and taste safe, but they’re just as dangerous* as cigarettes. Bright packaging and flavors make vaping feel harmless, but these products cause addiction fast. *Be proactive!* Start conversations with your student about the risks, and check out resources from Why Vape and the American Lung Association. *Watch now* to learn more about the hidden dangers of vaping and how we can support students’ health together. Episode was published 2-19-2025.