LiveWell JOCO Blog

Stay informed with regular updates from the LiveWell Johnson County Blog, including tips for chronic disease prevention, healthy food inspiration, and news from the neighborhood.

Is the Vaping Epidemic Over?

A vaping epidemic began with the explosion of youth using electronic devices or vape between 2015-2020. When reports showed millions of youth were using e-cigarettes, the US and the entire world sat up and took notice of this new tobacco…... read more

New Vaping Devices to Look Out For

Don’t Know What Vladdin, VooPoo Drag Nano or Smok Nord Means? You’re Not Alone. Chances are however, your 15 year old might. Those are the names of some of the new vaping devices to hit the market in 2019. While…...

Is Your Child Vaping?

With the increased report of youth from middle school on up using vape, many parents are wondering “Is my child using vape?” Dr. Natasha Burgert, a pediatrician with Pediatrics Associates in Kansas City, Missouri, was a recent contributor to US…...

E-Cigarette & Vaping Train the Trainer Event

This workshop provides you with the knowledge and tools you need to deliver effective presentations on e-cigarettes and vaping. All participants will receive a flashdrive that includes separate presentations specifically for middle school students, high school students and adults, parents…...

E-Cigarettes and Your Heart

We all know the risks of smoking conventional cigarettes and the effects on our health but what do we know about the risks of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes)? E-cigarettes entered the American market in 2007 so this is fairly new product.…...

Tobacco 21 Efforts in Kansas City

Tobacco 21 Efforts in Kansas City   The Kansas City metro area is a leader in the efforts to reduce teen vaping and tobacco use through Tobacco 21 policies. Since, 2015 more than 28 jurisdictions in the Kansas City area…... read more