“Khói Chạm” is a communication project aimed at changing the perceptions and behaviors of students at FPT University Hanoi regarding the issue of vaping pods, while also fostering a healthy and safe learning environment.
Doctor Nguyen Tien Dung shared at the talkshow
The project belongs to the course SSG104 – Communication Skills and Teamwork, conducted by the “Biet đoi ti hon” team from class MC1907, comprising members Nguyen Huyen Trang – Team Leader, Nguyen Thi Ngoc Thuy, Chu Thi Mai Anh, Le Anh Thu, Pham Anh Thu, Cao Hoang Hiep, and Nguyen Tien Đat. Under the guidance of Ms. Nguyen Thị Phương, these 7 students from the 19th cohort of Multimedia Communication Management majors have organized a meaningful event.
In today’s developing society, electronic cigarettes, seemingly a “trendy” product, have increasingly infiltrated the lives of young people, posing significant hidden risks. The use of electronic cigarettes has become a trend, especially among students. Despite being advertised as less harmful than traditional cigarettes, e-cigarettes still contain nicotine and numerous harmful chemicals, severely affecting health, particularly the respiratory and cardiovascular systems.
Under the guidance of Ms. Nguyen Thi Phuong, 7 students from the 19th cohort of Multimedia Communication Management majors created a meaningful event
Recognizing this issue, the “Khói Chạm” project organized a talkshow on June 27th at Epsilon Building to promote awareness about the dangers of electronic cigarettes, especially among young people. The talkshow featured Ts. Bs. Nguyen Tien Dung, a lecturer from the Pulmonology Department, Respiratory Center, 103 Military Hospital, Hanoi Military Medical University. Dr. Dũng obtained his PhD in lung cancer from Toyama University, Japan, and is well-known among medical students.
In Vietnam, the use of electronic cigarettes among young people is rapidly increasing. Doctor Nguyen Tien Dung shared: “Electronic cigarettes come in enticing flavors with a wide variety of oils such as fruit, mint, and even blends of all three. These flavors make vaping ‘enjoyable’ and lead users to believe they are harmless. Additionally, the impressive product designs are eye-catching, modern, and stylish. The compact and fashionable pods and vapes in various colors and styles attract young people to try them. Social media advertising further familiarizes and enhances the product’s appeal. Although vaping may provide instant stress relief, it not only fails to solve problems but also leads to serious health consequences.”
The talkshow aimed to promote awareness and prevention of electronic cigarette use, especially among young people
The speaker also emphasized the harms of secondhand electronic cigarette smoke: “Inhaling secondhand electronic cigarette smoke can be harmful to the respiratory system, leading to chronic bronchitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Electronic cigarette smoke also negatively impacts the cardiovascular system, increasing heart rate and blood pressure, and raising the risk of atherosclerosis and localized ischemic heart disease.”
Attending the workshop, Phan Nguyet Nhi, from the 19th cohort specializing in Digital Marketing, shared: “I have many friends who use electronic cigarettes, which makes me very uncomfortable. I hope that those who smoke do so in appropriate places and do not affect those around them.”
With the message “Pursuing the light of life,” the “Khói Chạm” project aims to raise community awareness about the harms of electronic cigarettes, encourage everyone, especially young people, to successfully quit using e-cigarettes, and promote a healthy, smoke-free environment.
Nguyen Huyen Trang, the team leader, shared: “Initially, our project was to create a short film, but due to some setbacks, we switched to organizing a talkshow under time pressure. This presented many challenges, especially in inviting guest speakers. Fortunately, Dr. Nguyen Tien Dũng agreed to participate and shared about the harms of electronic cigarettes. In the end, the event ran smoothly and received enthusiastic responses from many students.”
FPT University applies Project Based Learning (PBL) not only to help students grasp theoretical knowledge but also to provide opportunities for them to apply it in real-world settings. PBL helps students develop teamwork, time management, problem-solving, and communication skills. These practical experiences make students more confident upon graduation and better prepared to adapt to real-world work environments.