Another person has died after vaping, this time it was a man over the age of 50 who lived in Kansas. He becomes the second vaping-related death in the state, according to a statement from Kansas Governor Laura Kelly.
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Dr. Gupta clashes with Vaping Association president 03:27The state said it is working with public health officials in other states to gather information about what in e-cigarettes is leading to this kind of illness. "We are coordinating a response to combat this epidemic, so that families can avoid such tragic outcomes," said Governor Kelly.
He started vaping at 16. Then he landed in the ICU 02:02Read MoreThis was the ninth confirmed case of a vaping-related illness in Kansas, including the two deaths. The cases range in age from 17 to 67. All were hospitalized according to a statement from the state, and two remain in hospital.The patients have used a mix of products and devices. Some report only vaping nicotine, others used THC, a cannabinoid product, some used only CBD and a combination of THC and nicotine.Dr.
People who are getting sick typically have a cough, shortness of breath, nausea, chest pain, and some people vomit, have abdominal pain, and fever. If you think you are sick and have been vaping, make sure you go see a doctor right away.CNN's Brad Parks contributed to this report
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