ST. PAUL– State health officials have confirmed two more deaths related to vaping.
According to a release, Minnesota’s first vaping-related death was reported in early September, and the two latest deaths involved people over the age of 50.
Both died in September following their hospital stays, with both being admitted for difficulties breathing.
The first patient vaped a number of products including illegal THC, and the second had severe underlying conditions and believed to have vaped unknown products in addition to nicotine.
To date, there have been 73 patients classified as confirmed or probable cases of severe lung injuries associated with vaping, with an additional 32 patients in review.
Nearly all reported cases involved illegal THC products.
