CDC reports 1,479 e-cigarette lung injuries, 33 deaths
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention yesterday updated the number of people with confirmed or probable lung injuries associated with electronic cigarette use or vaping products to 1,479 in 49 states, the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands, including 33 confirmed deaths. CDC and the Food and Drug Administration continue to investigate the cause of the illness, which is being called EVALI. Last week, CDC issued clinical guidance on caring for patients with vaping-associated lung injuries. Clinicians are encouraged to report possible cases.
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