Vietnam schools strengthen efforts against e-cigarettes and drugs

Educational institutions in Vietnam are intensifying measures to combat the rise of e-cigarettes and narcotics within school environments. In Nghe An province, teachers at Yen Thanh 3 High School are adopting proactive monitoring roles to identify students using electronic cigarettes. Educators note that curiosity, peer pressure, and social media influence often drive adolescents to experiment with nicotine products, which can lead to long-term dependency.

Similarly, in Dien Bien province, schools such as Le Quy Don Specialized High School are integrating drug prevention education into their core curricula and extracurricular activities. Authorities are focusing on teaching students to recognize sophisticated methods used to lure them, such as drugs disguised as candy or attractive beverages. Schools are also emphasizing the importance of student-parent cooperation and encouraging students to report suspicious activities to teachers or law enforcement.