On the latest workshop episode, the Gen Green crew goes over new, crucial research on the connection between vaping and contracting Covid-19 - dissecting the medical realities of smoking and vaping in an accessible manner. Further through the episode, our co-hosts dive into aspects of youth psychology, dank memes, and substance abuse. For the long-term activists, health advocates from the health field, and younger listeners: we are indebted to your efforts and support that you have provided to this program. You are all profoundly appreciated.
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Though not referenced in the episode, I would like to honor Pride month by spreading the news for the first dedicated, 24-hour trans help line. Your struggle is real, you are valid, and under no pretext can anyone strip you of your humanity. Call 877-565-8860 if you are a trans person requesting crisis assistance.
For those looking for support during their arduous struggle of reclaiming your independence from nicotine and tobacco, Nobutts.org / Tobacco Free California also has a 24-hour support line at 1-844-866-8273.
Sources referenced:
https://tobaccofreeca.com/health/covid-19-stop-smoking-and-vaping/?gclid=CjwKCAjwq7aGBhADEiwA6uGZp-izCcEH_mom00hDDejsKkuZJEUFYJVvfrjX24Ivw-OB9RuTcMShOhoCv-oQAvD_BwE
https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2020/08/vaping-linked-to-covid-19-risk-in-teens-and-young-adults.html
