RBC | There is one confirmed case, and one suspected case of sudden and severe lung illness tied to vaping in Colorado. The initial case was reported Tuesday, Aug. 20, and confirmed today. The second case was reported today, Thursday, Aug. 22, and it has not been confirmed. At least[Read More…]
Tag: Vaping
Concerns about vaping at MHS, BMS brought before Meeker BOE
MEEKER | Meeker High School Principal Amy Chinn and Barone Middle School Principal Jim Hanks spoke with the school board about a dramatic increase in the number of students caught “vaping” this year. There have been numerous suspensions for tobacco-related violations of school policy, mostly related to vaping, or e-cigarettes. “This[Read More…]
Rangely council talks police complaints, predator control
RANGELY | Tuesday the Rangely Town Council held a work session focused on the Rangely Police Department’s (RPD) process of handling complaints following by a regular meeting. The work session began by reviewing the new Community Outreach Program the town and RPD are putting together. The program includes classes focused[Read More…]
Meeker board hears about vaping
MEEKER | Meeker’s board of trustees heard a presentation about vaping from Rio Blanco County Public Health Director Julie Drake at Tuesday’s meeting. Drake said she’s concerned about the increase in vaping, particularly among young people. Vaping is the practice of inhaling an aerosol which contains nicotine, flavoring and additives[Read More…]
