Get the facts on Vaping
You’ve probably heard a lot about vaping. Some of it may be confusing. Let’s explore where the science is clear on the effects of vaping.
Nicotine is a powerful force
Nicotine is an addictive drug found in most vapes. Often there is more nicotine in vapes than cigarettes.
Nicotine use causes several issues, especially for young people.
Increased feelings of stress and anxiety
Worsened feelings of depression
Difficulty
concentrating
Trouble with
sleeping
VAPING LEAVES ITS MARK
Vaping has a clear impact on physical and mental health. We’re learning more about vaping’s effects all the time. Here’s what we know today.
VAPING NICOTINE
IS ADDICTIVE
Vaping nicotine can interfere with brain development
The chemicals in vapes may cause lung damage
The long-term safety of breathing in these chemicals is unknown
Vaping could reduce athletic performance
Why do people think
vaping is safe?
There’s confusion about how safe vaping is. Cigarettes contain cancer-causing tobacco and tar, while vapes don’t. But vaping still has health consequences, including all the negatives of nicotine.
WANT TO LEARN MORE?
Many organizations are gathering information on the effects of vaping. Here are a few to check out.
Government of Canada
Government of Canada
Lung Association of NS and PEI
Get help to quit
The best time to quit vaping is right now.
There are lots of tools that can help.
Other Resources
Kids Help Phone
1.800.668.6868
or text CONNECT to 686868
Service available 24/7
NS Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line
1.888.429.8167
Service available 24/7
