Our grade 5/6 students took part in an information session, learning about the impact of smoking and vaping on our bodies.

Here are some comments from our students about what they learnt at the session:

Mary-Anne: I learnt that smoking and vaping can become extremely addictive. So you should never try it.

Cade: I learnt that vapes have over 100 thousand chemicals in them.

Chaice: I learnt that vaping and smoking can kill your lungs in all kinds of ways. For example you can’t run as well.

The rising number of children and young people vaping is a growing issue of concern in our community.  

Electronic cigarettes (vapes) can be appealing to young people due to bright colours and flavours. But no vapes are safe as they are often full of harmful chemicals and nicotine.  For this reason, vapes can be addictive and harmful for lungs, brain development and general health.  

It is important to talk to your children about vaping. Try to be understanding, compassionate and non-judgemental as you support them to learn more about the dangers of vaping or in seeking support to quit. 

Information on what vaping is, the impacts and how to support your child is available on the new Department for Education, Children and Young People webpage on vaping, which can be accessed here: 

https://www.decyp.tas.gov.au/about-us/projects/child-student-wellbeing/vaping/