Vaping – The Facts! Free webinar for those working in the community

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Picture depicts woman vaping - join our vaping - the facts webinar on 12th November to hear the Better Health North Somerset Team address concerns and dispel myths on vaping and youth vaping.

Do you work in healthcare, education or a community organisation? Do you want to be informed of the latest evidence base surrounding vaping? Can you help to dispel myths and encourage a smokefree future for children and young people in North Somerset?

Join our informative and engaging webinar designed specifically for healthcare, education and community organisations. We aim to dispel myths, provide evidence-based information, and discuss the support to reduce youth vaping.

Agenda

  • What is vaping?
    Understand the technology, ingredients, and differences between vaping and smoking.
  • Who vapes and why?
    Discover the demographics and motivations behind vaping, backed by current trends and statistics.
  • Creating a smokefree generation:
    Learn about public health goals, strategies for smoking cessation, and preventing youth from vaping.
  • Illicit vapes – what’s the harm? 
    Get informed about the dangers of counterfeit vapes and the enforcement actions taken by Trading Standards.
  • How to stop vaping – evidence-based advice
    Explore effective cessation strategies and the role of healthcare providers in supporting individuals.
  • Support for schools on youth vaping:
    Equip yourself with knowledge, resources, and policies to manage vaping in school environments.
  • Launch of our NEW PSHE resources:
    Be the first to access and integrate our innovative PSHE education resources into your curriculum.

We have some great speakers joining us:

  • Chris Miles – Tobacco Control Manager
  • Christine Jones – Lead Specialist & Certified Stop Smoking Practitioner
  • Anna Dedman – Public Health Lifestyle Advisor & Certified Stop Smoking Practitioner
  • Ben Hayes from South West Trading Standards.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and make a positive impact on public health and education. Secure your spot today and be part of the movement towards a smokefree generation!

Register to join the webinar or scan the QR code.

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