We’re seeing more and more young people vaping which has become a national concern. While the dangers of vaping are gradually becoming better known and unfortunately, young people are still being targeted. But what about parents/carers? Do you really understand what’s inside these devices or the risks involved.

It’s hard to miss the ever-growing clouds of fruity mist lingering in the air, but beyond the smell of blueberry and bubblegum, there’s a real danger that shouldn’t be ignored. 

What’s in a Vape?

“This item, I dismantled out of curiosity, is a vape. Made up of a lithium-ion battery, sponge material soaked in some oily substance flavoured with chemicals that smell like blueberry/raspberry. I guess that when one sucks on the end, a switch closes and turns on a small heater that burns the oily product made of who knows what. The tubs is aluminium, the battery is 13400 lip 3.7 volts Max discharge 3 amps. 10 watts Max heater. To me it’s like a little bomb ready to blow up or catch fire. I don’t know why they are allowed to be sold or even made, apart from the obvious health problems.”   Bob King

Hidden Dangers in Vapes

Many people don’t realise what’s actually inside a vape. Some illegal or unregulated products contain harmful substances that can seriously affect health. Here are just a couple of the dangerous additives found in some vapes:

What can you do as a Parent or Carer?

We are aware that vaping is a huge problem within young people. We are currently actively working  with schools in the Craven area to educate young people around the dangers of vaping.