COLUMBUS (AP) — Health officials say they’re investigating 11 additional reports of Ohioans who vape who experienced severe breathing illnesses.
The Ohio Department of Health on Wednesday also said three previous illnesses under investigation were likely caused by vaping.
Updated recommendations on vaping:
– While the investigation is ongoing, people should consider refraining from using e-cigarette or vaping products if they are concerned about the health risks.
– E-cigarette and vaping products should not be used by youth, young adults, pregnant women, or adults who do not currently use tobacco products.
– Do not buy vaping products off the street. Vaping products bought on the street may contain THC or other cannabinoids. Do not modify e-cigarette or vaping products or add any substances to them not intended by the manufacturer.
– If you use e-cigarette products, monitor yourself for symptoms and promptly seek medical attention if you have concerns about your health.
Source: CDC
The agency said those three involved two women and a man from Lucas, Richland and Union counties. All required hospitalization.
The state has asked healthcare providers to report all suspected cases of serious pulmonary illness where the cause is unclear and the patients have a history of vaping, or using e-cigarettes. Symptoms have included coughing, shortness of breath, and fatigue.
Federal health officials said they are looking into more than 200 possible cases in 25 states.