{"id":56701,"date":"2024-09-07T23:29:52","date_gmt":"2024-09-08T03:29:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/videonewsservice.net\/?p=56701"},"modified":"2024-09-07T23:29:52","modified_gmt":"2024-09-08T03:29:52","slug":"genesee-orleans-counties-vaping-an-epidemic-among-youth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/videonewsservice.net\/index.php\/2024\/09\/07\/genesee-orleans-counties-vaping-an-epidemic-among-youth\/","title":{"rendered":"GENESEE\/ORLEANS COUNTIES\/Vaping: An epidemic among youth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Press release<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Back to school should mean new opportunities, not new addictions. As students return to the classroom this fall, educators and parents are not only preparing for a new academic year, but also the rising public health concern of vaping. E-cigarettes can come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and in a school setting, these devices may blend in with other school supplies, as they may look like pens, USB drives, and even phone cases. This makes identifying these devices and protecting youth that much more difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Studies show that vaping has become a rising concern in middle school aged children, as 3 percent of seventh graders in both Genesee and Orleans Counties reported vaping with nicotine. \u201cThese years of a child\u2019s life are very sensitive because their brains are still developing,\u201d stated Paul Pettit, Public Health Director for Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments (GO Health). \u201cAs the rate of vaping rises among teens, we must equip families and kids with information and tools to stay healthy.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>There are several reasons why youth vape:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00b7 Tobacco advertisers use vibrant colors and fun marketing strategies to increase youth participation in vaping. These ads are shown on social media, television, and streaming services, and promote vaping as a cheaper alternative to other tobacco products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00b7 Peer pressure and social influences during middle and high school are a main contributor to students trying an e-cigarette for the first time. Students report that they may be curious to try vaping from seeing a friend or family member use them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00b7 Availability of flavored e-cigarette products including youth-friendly flavors such as candy, fruit, mint, and menthol are the most widely used types of e-cigarettes among youth. According to the CLYDE Survey conducted by UConnectCare (formally GCASA), about 20% of 11th graders in Genesee and Orleans Counties reported using E-cigarettes or vapes that contain nicotine in 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00b7 Nicotine is in most e-cigarettes and is highly addictive. Those who use vapes containing nicotine may experience cravings and urges to smoke, difficulty sleeping, and the feeling of anxiety and sadness, which may make them believe they need nicotine to relieve these feelings. These behaviors, among others, are a part of nicotine addiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The good news is that studies show that most middle and high school students who vape want to quit. Becoming more aware of the risks of vaping will allow for educated conversations with youth and help ensure that all youth can live healthy, tobacco-free lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Here are a few ways you can protect your youth and promote rejection of vaping during back to school season.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00b7 Educate yourself on the subject, and become a credible source of information. Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/CDC.gov\/Vaping\">CDC.gov\/Vaping<\/a> for important information on youth vaping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00b7 Create a safe space for discussion and start the conversation on vaping. Remember to be patient, listen, and avoid criticism. Keep the conversation open and be willing to be flexible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00b7 Answer their questions and be prepared. Kids may have questions about vaping, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/CDC.gov\/tobacco\">CDC.gov\/tobacco<\/a> for ideas on how to give educated and meaningful answers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Get Help Today<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are interested in quitting, or someone you know needs help quitting, help is available: \u00b7 Visit the New York State Smokers&#8217; Quitline <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nysmokefree.com\/\">Home &#8211; NY SmokeFree<\/a> for quit-smoking and quit-vaping programs or call 866-NY-QUITS (866-697-8487), to apply for a free starter kit of nicotine medications and to talk to a quit coach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00b7 Talk to your healthcare provider about medications and counseling to help you manage cravings. Most health insurance plans, including Medicaid, cover services to help you quit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information about GO Health Programs and services, visit<a href=\"http:\/\/GOHealthNY.org\"> GOHealthNY.org<\/a> or contact your local health department at<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00b7 Genesee County: 585-344-2580 ext. 5555<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00b7 Orleans County: 585-589-3278<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Follow GO Health on Facebook, Instagram and X at GOHealthNY<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Press release Back to school should mean new opportunities, not new addictions. As students return to the classroom this fall, educators and parents are not only preparing for a new academic year, but also the rising public health concern of vaping. E-cigarettes can come in a variety of shapes and \u2026<\/p>\n<p class=\"continue-reading-button\"> <a class=\"continue-reading-link\" href=\"https:\/\/videonewsservice.net\/index.php\/2024\/09\/07\/genesee-orleans-counties-vaping-an-epidemic-among-youth\/\">Continue reading<i class=\"crycon-right-dir\"><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"nf_dc_page":"","om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"advanced_seo_description":"","jetpack_seo_html_title":"","jetpack_seo_noindex":false,"jetpack_seo_schema_type":"","_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2},"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[23,6],"tags":[2066],"class_list":["post-56701","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-genesee-county","category-orleans-county","tag-genesee-orleans-county-health-department"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p8eTP4-eKx","jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":47435,"url":"https:\/\/videonewsservice.net\/index.php\/2023\/10\/03\/orleans-county-albion-community-partners-will-hold-a-vaping-summit-on-october-17th\/","url_meta":{"origin":56701,"position":0},"title":"ORLEANS COUNTY\/Albion\/Community Partners will hold a Vaping Summit on October 17th","author":"aka","date":"October 3, 2023","format":false,"excerpt":"Press release Are you a parent that is concerned about your child who is vaping? 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