September 27, 2019 4:30 a.m. 
The Oregon Health Authority has issued a public health warning urging Oregonians to cease the use of vaping products and e-cigarettes after a second death has been linked to the use of vaping products.
The warning issued on Thursday, said Oregon’s first fatality was announced on September 3rd. Dr. Dean Sidelinger state health officer, said “people should stop vaping immediately”. He said “if you vape, whether its cannabis, nicotine or other products, please quit. These are addictive substances and we encourage people to take advantage of free resources to help them quit”.
OHA officials say the most recent death was an individual who had been hospitalized with respiratory symptoms after vaping cannabis products. Nationally there have been more than 800 cases, primarily among youth and young adults, in 46 states and one U.S. territory. A total of 12 additional deaths, including Oregon’s first fatality, have been reported in 10 states, according to the OHA release.
Those who have fallen ill in Oregon have been hospitalized after experiencing worsening symptoms including shortness of breath, cough or chest pain. CDC and the FDA have not yet identified a cause, but all cases have reported e-cigarette use or vaping.
Governor Kate Brown said she is asking that the Department of Justice advise her office on what legal options are available to the state, up to and including the temporary ban of all vaping products.
Douglas County Health Administrator and Health Officer Dr. Bob Dannenhoffer said the OHA warning was “the strongest warning yet”.