September 16, 2019 Wyoming’s first case of vaping-associated lung illness has been confirmed in a Uinta County resident, according to the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH).
The young adult was hospitalized with severe lung disease. “Many states have already reported vaping-associated lung illness, including six deaths,” said Dr.
Alexia Harrist, state health officer and state epidemiologist with WDH. “The Wyoming individual reported vaping in the months leading up to illness.” “We will continue to work with local and federal officials to investigate and identify the specific substances or vaping products that are linked to this outbreak,” Harrist said. “It is important to follow current public health recommendations to avoid illness.” The