Tobacco/Vaping

What is Tobacco?

Tobacco is a plant that people grow for its leaves. These leaves contain a chemical called nicotine, which can make people feel good and become addicted. The leaves are dried and processed to make products like cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and snuff.

Tobacco has been used for a long time, but smoking or using tobacco products can be very harmful to your health. It can cause serious diseases like cancer, heart problems, and lung issues. Nicotine is the main reason people get addicted to tobacco, making it hard for some to stop using it.

What is Vaping?

Vaping is the act of inhaling and exhaling aerosol (commonly called vapor) produced by an electronic cigarette or similar device. These devices heat a liquid (often called e-liquid or vape juice) that typically contains nicotine, flavorings, and other chemicals

CDC tobacco/vaping

History of Tobacco and vaping

TN Together Survey Data on Vaping/Tobacco

Tn Together Survey is a survey conducted every year with 8th, 10th, and 12th grade throughout the state of TN. Below is some of Cumberland county data from 2022-2023 year.