Health officials investigating a nationwide outbreak of vaping illnesses have listed, for the first time, the vape brands most commonly linked to hospitalizations. Every state has reported cases, and 25 states and the District of Columbia have reported a total of 48 deaths. CDC officials have gradually come to focus their investigation on black-market THC cartridges. AdvertisementVitamin E acetate is a thickening agent that’s been added to illicit THC vaping liquids. CDC officials are continuing to look at nicotine-containing vapes, and to advise caution about all types of vaping products until the investigation is concluded, King said.

Source: Los Angeles Times December 07, 2019 08:03 UTC