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Vaping high school student taken to hospital
A Mays High School student was reportedly taken to the hospital after experiencing a medical emergency following reported vape pen use, according to school officials.
ATLANTA, Ga. - A high school student was taken to the hospital after experiencing a medical emergency following reported vape pen use, according to Atlanta Public School officials.
The student, who is in the 9th grade, reportedly took a hit off the vape in the school bathroom and then became unconscious, a family member told FOX 5 Atlanta.
Nurse called 911
What we know:
The student was taken to the school nurse, who called 911. A Grady ambulance was dispatched, but the student’s parents took the student to the hospital instead.
The student is recovering. Details about the symptoms and what was in the vape pen were not provided.
School reiterates policy
What they're saying:
School officials emphasized the district’s zero-tolerance policy for drug paraphernalia, including vapes, and tobacco products. Students found with prohibited substances or items face disciplinary action.