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Some patients with vaping-related lung injuries are being hospitalized a second time

Federal health officials investigating mysterious vaping-related lung injuries said Friday that some patients are being hospitalized for a second time, a disturbing new development in the ongoing national outbreak that has spread to every state except Alaska. “We are aware…

Colorado marijuana regulators finalizing ban on certain additives in cannabis vape products, Why Wait Until January 1, 2020?

The proposed ban comes as the nation grapples with a mysterious lung disease linked to e-cigarettes and marijuana vape pens Colorado’s marijuana regulators are finalizing a ban on certain additives in cannabis vape products, a significant step given new urgency…

Information Update – Health Canada warns of potential risk of pulmonary illness associated with vaping products

OTTAWA, Oct. 11, 2019 /CNW/ - Health Canada is advising Canadians who use vaping products to monitor themselves for symptoms of pulmonary illness (e.g., cough, shortness of breath, chest pain) and to seek medical attention promptly if they have concerns…

OHA, OLCC file rules banning flavored vaping sales, including online Rules put into effect Governor’s executive order aimed at reducing youth use

PRESS RELEASE OHA, OLCC file rules banning flavored vaping sales, including online Rules put into effect Governor’s executive order aimed at reducing youth use PORTLAND, Ore.—The Oregon Health Authority and the Oregon Liquor Control Commission today filed temporary rules that…

Two people have vaping illnesses in Minnesota medical cannabis program, unclear if vaping sole cause

October 10, 2019
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The Minnesota Health Department confirmed, for 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS, that there are now two confirmed/probable cases of people with respiratory illnesses in the state's medical cannabis program. In an e-mail, a Health Department spokesperson said "Of Minnesota's 61 cases listed…

Vaping Epidemic and Cannabis: What Cannabis Businesses Can Expect

By Hilary Bricken, Founder at Harris Bricken Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know that the U.S. is facing a vaping epidemic where consumers are potentially inhaling/ingesting very toxic chemicals in the form of vaporized nicotine liquid and THC…

Health Crisis Casts Shadow Over Canadian Debut of Cannabis Vapes

The vaping health crisis is happening at a very bad time for the Canadian cannabis industry. With pot stocks already down over 40% since the end of the first quarter, news that an Ontario youth has been diagnosed with Canada’s…

What we know about the mysterious vaping-linked illness and deaths

Health officials, lawmakers and parents have been raising alarms about vaping for a couple of years, warning that products touted as healthier alternatives for smokers are instead drawing in young people with fun flavors and slick marketing — concerns the…

New Mexico Issues Health Warning and Order Mandating That Licensees Include A Warning Label On All Cannabis Derived Vape Products

Last Thursday, Kathyleen M. Kunkel, Cabinet Secretary of the New Mexico Department of Health, issued the following order to Medical Marijuana licensees. Public Health Order the Cabinet Secretary of the New Mexico Department of Health October 3, 2019 Warning Labels…

Vaping in Oregon: The Flavored Products Ban is Just the Beginning

By Vince Sliwoski, Attorney at Harris Bricken On Friday, Oregon Governor Kate Brown issued Executive Order No. 19-09 (the “Order”), which directs the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC) and the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) to “take immediate action to…

Three New Developments: The Vaping Crisis, Stakes Are Raised For The Cannabis Industry

In the last week, and specifically the last twenty four hours, several new stories have emerged that raise the stakes for The Cannabis Industry by the Vaping Crisis. One story begs the question of whether the industry has the ability to…

FDA Issues Consumer Alert To Stop Vaping THC Products

PRESS RELEASE Statement on consumer warning to stop using THC vaping products amid ongoing investigation into lung illnesses For Immediate Release: October 04, 2019 Statement From: Norman E. "Ned" Sharpless MD. Acting Commissioner of Food and Drugs - Food and Drug Administration…

California vape maker Kushy Punch caught making illegal products

What does The Industry Have to Say When Licensed Operators are Producing Illegal Products at Unlicensed Locations? California has a troubling new wrinkle in the vaping story rocking the nation. Prompted by a tip, investigators at the California Department of…

First case of vaping-related lung disease reported in Quebec

Quebec has reported its first case of severe lung disease linked to vaping, the provincial health ministry has confirmed. A man in his 50s who started vaping in April developed chest pain and had trouble breathing. However, the man has…

Lung Damage From Vaping Resembles Chemical Burns, Report Says

Doctors at the Mayo Clinic examined samples of lung tissue from 17 patients, all of which looked as if the people had been exposed to toxic chemicals, the researchers said. The lung damage in some people who have become ill…