The Truth About Vapes: What’s Inside, What We Know, and What Comes Next with Forensic Toxicologist Dr. Michelle Peace

What’s really inside a vape, why are so many young people addicted, and what can we do about it?The CDC reports vapes/e-cigarettes are the most commonly used tobacco product among middle and high school students in the United States. Communities across the country are searching for answers about the risks these products pose and need to be rooted in facts, not fear.This episode explores the science behind the youth epidemic, the evolution of vaping technology, and the urgent need for research that keeps pace with what’s actually happening when kids use them. We hear how data is being used not only to shape smarter policy, but to equip young people with the clarity they need to make healthier, more informed choices, without judgment or shame.Because the more we understand, the better we can show up for the youth that depend on us most.Follow Champions for Youth on social to stay connected between episodes and explore resources shared by youth-serving leaders nationwide.InstagramFacebookLinkedInYouTubeHave feedback or a topic you’d like us to cover? Submit your ideas at vfhy.org/podcast — we’d love to hear from you.