a new balance sheet reports 530 patients and 7 deaths

More than half of the patients are under 25 years old, and three-quarters are men, said Anne Schuchat, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 16% of patients are under 18 years old. FDA Drug Agency's testing labs have more than 150 suspect specimens, but still have not identified the substance (s) responsible for these acute lung diseases, said Mitch Zeller, director of the FDA Drug Center. tobacco to the FDA.

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There is no common denominator about the product (s) used, how they are used, where they were purchased, and what could have happened between the moment the user gets them and the moment they are sprayed and inhaled Insisted Mitch Zeller. Investigators are very cautious about the possible cause of the diseases, be it a brand, a product, or a source.

In many cases, the refills involved contained THC, the psychoactive principle of cannabis. These refills are mostly bought from dealers in the street or on the internet, since cannabis remains illegal in a part of the United States. There may also be counterfeit refills, with poorly controlled ingredients.

The FDA tests the samples to identify what nicotine or THC has been cut with, as well as diluents, other additives, pesticides, poisons and toxins. The criminal investigation bureau of the federal agency is now involved, said Mitch Zeller.

The health authorities realized in July that something was happening in connection with vaping, as many young people with severe breathing difficulties, coughs, chest pains, and even nausea. Most said they had vaped cannabis liquids, but some said they used only nicotine liquids.

Meanwhile, Michigan and New York have decided to ban flavored electronic cigarettes, mainly because the flavors are attractive to young people. Tobacco e-cigarettes remain permitted. India, on the other hand, banned all e-cigarettes this week. "
It's a complex investigation, do not expect definitive answers imminently Said Anne Schuchat.