New Mexico

The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) reports the number of cases it’s investigating of severe lung disease associated with vaping and e-cigarette use in the state has risen to eight. All eight New Mexico residents have required hospitalization following the development of respiratory symptoms such as cough and difficulty breathing. Five of them required intensive care during their hospitalizations. The patients range from 17 to 46 years of age and reside in three counties (Santa Fe, Los Alamos and Bernalillo). Five of the eight patients are male. All of patients who have been interviewed regarding vaping behavior reported the use of vape cartridges containing…