CDC: Vaping deaths continue to rise, source still unknown

Thursday, October 10, 2019
CDC: Vaping deaths continue to rise, source still unknown
CDC: Vaping deaths continue to rise, source still unknown - Ali Gorman reports during Action News at 5pm on October 10, 2019.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting 1,299 confirmed and probable cases. That's up by more than 200 since last week.

There have been 26 deaths reported in 21 states including one each in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware.

The CDC continues their investigation. No specific product or substance has been identified, but the majority of the cases involve vaping with THC from marijuana, with or without nicotine.

Health experts are urging everyone to refrain from vaping at this time, especially illegal products with THC.