Webinar: Preventing youth vaping series, Part 1: The extent and risk factors for youth vaping

This webinar will examine data on the rise and scope of vaping, and how it contrasts with previous tobacco use data. It will also examine the known risk factors that contributed to this rise, such as ease of availability, low perceptions of harm, and lack of environmental strategies to prevent use. The webinar will also discuss the issue and current status of acute lung injuries caused by vaping.

Learning Objectives:

• Explain the importance of youth vaping as a prevention priority
• Explore prevalence data on vaping and tobacco product use
• Discuss known risk factors for vaping use
• Identify areas where further research is required