The Illinois Department of Health is investigating the hospitalization of three young people after they suffered breathing problems after vaping.
The individuals experienced respiratory symptoms including coughing, shortness of breath, and fatigue. Their symptoms worsened over a period of time before admission to the hospital.
“Vaping among teens has increased dramatically over the last several years,” said IDPH Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike. “While the short- and long-term effects of vaping are still being researched, these recent hospitalizations heighten the need for parents talk with their teens about vaping and for both to understand the consequences and potential dangers of vaping.”
The IDPH will work with local health departments to investigate the names and types of vaping products, as well as there they were obtained.
People who experience any type of chest pain or difficulty breathing after vaping in the weeks or months prior to these symptoms should seek immediate medical attention.
