The Illinois Department of Public Health is reporting yet another vaping death. This is the third vaping death in the state. The IDPH is reporting that 166 people in Illinois ranging from 13 to 75 years old have experienced lung injuries from vaping. Another 42 cases are still being investigated.  IDPH is still investigating these illnesses and no single ingredient used in vaping products has been linked to the outbreak. The latest national and state findings suggest that products containing THC particularly those obtained off the street or from other informal sources have played a major role in the outbreak. Melaney Arnold, State Public Information Officer for the IDPH, says that trouble breathing after vaping is the first sign that there is an issue.

As of October 31st, IDPH has received 46 preliminary lab results on vaping products and nearly half of them tested positive for THC nearly 40% had vitamin E acetate. The FDA is continuing to test these products. Cases have been reported in 32 counties including Macoupin, Sangamon, Dewitt, and Marion. For more information visit the IDPH website.