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Helping parents and teachers combat vaping

Content will cover the potential harms associated with the use of these devices and will be presented by the Director and founder of Drug and Alcohol Research and Training Australia (DARTA) Paul Dillon, who is and has been working in the area of drug education for more than 25 years.

Council’s Director Community Louise Mitchell, said the session will also provide practical advice on how to talk to young people about vaping.

“Vaping has become a growing issue for schools and parents across the country. For many youth, it is seen as less harmful, better and cheaper than smoking cigarettes,” she said.

“This session will provide information on how to best prevent e-cigarette and vaping use among youth and also offer some possible responses that can be used, should young people attempt to challenge parents and teachers in this complex area.”

The session will be held online on Monday 5 December 2022 from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. Those interested in participating should register now via Council’s website

For more information contact Council’s Healthy Communities Team on (03) 5832 9431 or email healthplan@shepparton.vic.gov.au.