The Prevention Needs Assessment identified vaping as the most prevalent substance use behavior among youth in Cambria County. The number of students vaping is increasing over time and exceeds the state average. The needs assessment team also recognized that vaping use exceeds the level of overall thirty day use when compared to all other early initiation substances. The SAMHSA guide “Reducing Vaping Among Youth and Young Adults” is a valuable tool that provides education for communities seeking to prevent vaping. This guide examines best practices, identifies knowledge gaps and offers useful resources.
