So in my state (MA) they have banned the sale of all vaping devices for the next 4 months due to the increase in severe disease being linked to vaping/certain vaping devices.
The number of students already caught this year is skyrocketing. And discipline alone isn't helping possible addiction, we are looking at alternative discipline options. I'm building up all the resources I can as part of a larger team (and any folks have that they want to offer, please do).
How is the vaping scene going for my fellow MS/HS nurses?
It's definitely a growing concern. We're seeing the same trend, more students caught, and many of them are genuinely struggling with dependence. Traditional discipline alone isn't working here either, so we're exploring support-based interventions and peer-led education.
What's tricky is that many of these newer devices, like the RandM Tornado and similar disposables, are super discreet and flavored, which makes them even more appealing to teens. Education for both students and parents is key right now. Would love to hear what alternative strategies others are trying, definitely a team effort!
Aristotle John
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It's definitely a growing concern. We're seeing the same trend, more students caught, and many of them are genuinely struggling with dependence. Traditional discipline alone isn't working here either, so we're exploring support-based interventions and peer-led education.
What's tricky is that many of these newer devices, like the RandM Tornado and similar disposables, are super discreet and flavored, which makes them even more appealing to teens. Education for both students and parents is key right now. Would love to hear what alternative strategies others are trying, definitely a team effort!