niman Posted September 25, 2019 Report Share Posted September 25, 2019 The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and local health departments are investigating a cluster of people with severe lung disease who all reported recent vaping. As of September 19, 2019, we are aware of 48 cases. We have an additional 13 patients whose records need further investigation. Counties with cases include Adams, Dane, Dodge, Door, Grant, Green, Jefferson, Kenosha, La Crosse, Marathon, Milwaukee, Monroe, Portage, Racine, Sauk, Sheboygan, St. Croix, Walworth, Washington, Waukesha, and Winnebago. Most of the affected individuals have been adolescents and young adults, but some adults in older age groups have also been affected. Patients often have a range of initial symptoms, including shortness of breath, chest pain, cough, nausea, vomiting, fever, and weight loss. The majority of patients went on to develop severe respiratory illnesses requiring hospitalization, and in some cases, had to be put on ventilators in order to breathe. No deaths have been reported in Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and local health departments are investigating a cluster of people with severe lung disease who all reported recent vaping. As of September 19, 2019, we are aware of 48 cases. We have an additional 13 patients whose records need further investigation. Counties with cases include Adams, Dane, Dodge, Door, Grant, Green, Jefferson, Kenosha, La Crosse, Marathon, Milwaukee, Monroe, Portage, Racine, Sauk, Sheboygan, St. Croix, Walworth, Washington, Waukesha, and Winnebago. Most of the affected individuals have been adolescents and young adults, but some adults in older age groups have also been affected. Patients often have a range of initial symptoms, including shortness of breath, chest pain, cough, nausea, vomiting, fever, and weight loss. The majority of patients went on to develop severe respiratory illnesses requiring hospitalization, and in some cases, had to be put on ventilators in order to breathe. No deaths have been reported in Wisconsin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niman Posted September 25, 2019 Author Report Share Posted September 25, 2019 Severe Lung Disease Among People who Reported VapingUpdated 9/19/2019 We plan to update case counts by 10 a.m. on Thursdays. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and local health departments are investigating a cluster of people with severe lung disease who all reported recent vaping. As of September 19, 2019, we are aware of 48 cases. We have an additional 13 patients whose records need further investigation. Counties with cases include Adams, Dane, Dodge, Door, Grant, Green, Jefferson, Kenosha, La Crosse, Marathon, Milwaukee, Monroe, Portage, Racine, Sauk, Sheboygan, St. Croix, Walworth, Washington, Waukesha, and Winnebago. Most of the affected individuals have been adolescents and young adults, but some adults in older age groups have also been affected. Patients often have a range of initial symptoms, including shortness of breath, chest pain, cough, nausea, vomiting, fever, and weight loss. The majority of patients went on to develop severe respiratory illnesses requiring hospitalization, and in some cases, had to be put on ventilators in order to breathe. No deaths have been reported in Wisconsin. The majority of cases reported using e-cigarettes or other vaping devices to inhale THC-containing products, such as waxes and oils. THC is the active ingredient in marijuana. Vaping cartridges containing THC may contain chemicals or additives that are unknown, unregulated, and unsafe. Among patients who reported vaping THC, a wide variety of brand names and flavorings were reported. We urge the public to avoid vaping any THC products. This is a complex and ongoing investigation, and we are working to gather information about the products used, collect products for testing, and investigate new cases. We will continue to provide updates when new information becomes available. To learn more about this cluster, review these resources: News releases August 29: Majority of Wisconsin Lung Disease Patients Who reported Vaping Cite THC Products August 8: Older Age Groups Now Included in Investigation of Lung Disease Among People Who Reported Vaping August 2: New Cases Identified in Investigation of Lung Disease Among Teens and Young Adults Who Reported Vaping Memos September 10 memo outlining updated case information July 25 memo outlining initial case information Journal articles Pulmonary Illness Related to E-Cigarette Use in Illinois and Wisconsin - Preliminary Report(link is external). New England Journal of Medicine (9/6/2019) Severe Pulmonary Disease Associated with Electronic Cigarette Product Use - Interim Guidance(link is external). Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (9/6/2019) To learn more about vaping and e-cigarettes: Visit Tobacco is Changing to learn more about vaping and e-cigarettes, including how to identify products. Read our public health advisory on vaping and e-cigarettes for additional details on policy solutions and actions for parents, teachers, and health professionals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niman Posted September 26, 2019 Author Report Share Posted September 26, 2019 The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and local health departments are investigating a cluster of people with severe lung disease who all reported recent vaping. As of September 26, 2019, we are aware of 60 cases. We have an additional 14 patients whose records need further investigation. Counties with cases include: Adams, Brown, Dane, Dodge, Door, Fond du Lac, Grant, Green, Jefferson, Kenosha, La Crosse, Marathon, Milwaukee, Monroe, Outagamie, Portage, Racine, Sauk, Sheboygan, St. Croix, Vernon, Walworth, Washington, Waukesha, Waupaca, and Winnebago. Most of the affected individuals have been adolescents and young adults, but some adults in older age groups have also been affected. Patients often have a range of initial symptoms, including shortness of breath, chest pain, cough, nausea, vomiting, fever, and weight loss. The majority of patients went on to develop severe respiratory illnesses requiring hospitalization, and in some cases, had to be put on ventilators in order to breathe. No deaths have been reported in Wisconsin. The majority of cases reported using e-cigarettes or other vaping devices to inhale THC-containing products, such as waxes and oils. THC is the active ingredient in marijuana. Vaping cartridges containing THC may contain chemicals or additives that are unknown, unregulated, and unsafe. Among patients who reported vaping THC, a wide variety of brand names and flavorings were reported. We urge the public to avoid vaping any THC products. This is a complex and ongoing investigation, and we are working to gather information about the products used, collect products for testing, and investigate new cases. We will continue to provide updates when new information becomes available. https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/outbreaks/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niman Posted September 26, 2019 Author Report Share Posted September 26, 2019 Below is a list of selected outbreaks and investigations with wide impact in Wisconsin. Severe Lung Disease Among People who Reported VapingUpdated 9/26/2019 We plan to update case counts by 10 a.m. on Thursdays. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and local health departments are investigating a cluster of people with severe lung disease who all reported recent vaping. As of September 26, 2019, we are aware of 60 cases. We have an additional 14 patients whose records need further investigation. Counties with cases include: Adams, Brown, Dane, Dodge, Door, Fond du Lac, Grant, Green, Jefferson, Kenosha, La Crosse, Marathon, Milwaukee, Monroe, Outagamie, Portage, Racine, Sauk, Sheboygan, St. Croix, Vernon, Walworth, Washington, Waukesha, Waupaca, and Winnebago. Most of the affected individuals have been adolescents and young adults, but some adults in older age groups have also been affected. Patients often have a range of initial symptoms, including shortness of breath, chest pain, cough, nausea, vomiting, fever, and weight loss. The majority of patients went on to develop severe respiratory illnesses requiring hospitalization, and in some cases, had to be put on ventilators in order to breathe. No deaths have been reported in Wisconsin. The majority of cases reported using e-cigarettes or other vaping devices to inhale THC-containing products, such as waxes and oils. THC is the active ingredient in marijuana. Vaping cartridges containing THC may contain chemicals or additives that are unknown, unregulated, and unsafe. Among patients who reported vaping THC, a wide variety of brand names and flavorings were reported. We urge the public to avoid vaping any THC products. This is a complex and ongoing investigation, and we are working to gather information about the products used, collect products for testing, and investigate new cases. We will continue to provide updates when new information becomes available. To learn more about this cluster, review these resources: News releases August 29: Majority of Wisconsin Lung Disease Patients Who reported Vaping Cite THC Products August 8: Older Age Groups Now Included in Investigation of Lung Disease Among People Who Reported Vaping August 2: New Cases Identified in Investigation of Lung Disease Among Teens and Young Adults Who Reported Vaping Memos September 10 memo outlining updated case information July 25 memo outlining initial case information Journal articles Pulmonary Illness Related to E-Cigarette Use in Illinois and Wisconsin - Preliminary Report. New England Journal of Medicine (9/6/2019) Severe Pulmonary Disease Associated with Electronic Cigarette Product Use - Interim Guidance. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (9/6/2019) To learn more about vaping and e-cigarettes: Visit Tobacco is Changing to learn more about vaping and e-cigarettes, including how to identify products. Read our public health advisory on vaping and e-cigarettes for additional details on policy solutions and actions for parents, teachers, and health professionals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niman Posted October 3, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 3, 2019 Wisconsin Case Counts As of October 3, 2019We plan to update case counts by 10 a.m. on Thursdays. More Information about the lung disease and vaping investigation can be found on the Lung Disease and Vaping Investigation webpage. Media requests should go to the DHS media(link sends e-mail) or 608-266-1683. Number of Cases Confirmed and Probable Cases* 69 Additional Patients Under Investigation 17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niman Posted October 10, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 10, 2019 Wisconsin Case Counts As of October 10, 2019We plan to update case counts by 10 a.m. on Thursdays. More Information about the lung disease and vaping investigation can be found on the Lung Disease and Vaping Investigation webpage. Media requests should go to the DHS media(link sends e-mail) or 608-266-1683. Number of Cases Confirmed and Probable Cases* 73 Additional Patients Under Investigation 15 *We report confirmed and probable patient cases as one number because the two definitions are very similar, and this is the most accurate way to understand the number of people affected. https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/outbreaks/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niman Posted October 17, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 17, 2019 Wisconsin Case Counts As of October 17, 2019We plan to update case counts by 10 a.m. on Thursdays. More Information about the lung disease and vaping investigation can be found on the Lung Disease and Vaping Investigation webpage. Media requests should go to the DHS media(link sends e-mail)or 608-266-1683. Number of Cases Confirmed and Probable Cases* 76 Additional Patients Under Investigation 14 *We report confirmed and probable patient cases as one number because the two definitions are very similar, and this is the most accurate way to understand the number of people affected. https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/outbreaks/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niman Posted October 25, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 25, 2019 Wisconsin Case Counts As of October 24, 2019We plan to update case counts by 10 a.m. on Thursdays. More Information about the lung disease and vaping investigation can be found on the Lung Disease and Vaping Investigation webpage. Media requests should go to the DHS media(link sends e-mail) or 608-266-1683. Number of Cases Confirmed and Probable Cases* 78 Additional Patients Under Investigation 18 *We report confirmed and probable patient cases as one number because the two definitions are very similar, and this is the most accurate way to understand the number of people affected. https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/outbreaks/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niman Posted November 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2019 Wisconsin Case Counts As of October 31, 2019We plan to update case counts by 10 a.m. on Thursdays. More Information about the lung disease and vaping investigation can be found on the Lung Disease and Vaping Investigation webpage. Media requests should go to the DHS media(link sends e-mail) or 608-266-1683. https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/outbreaks/index.htm Number of Cases Confirmed and Probable Cases* 82 Additional Patients Under Investigation 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niman Posted November 14, 2019 Author Report Share Posted November 14, 2019 Wisconsin Case Counts As of November 7, 2019We plan to update case counts by 10 a.m. on Thursdays. More Information about the lung disease and vaping investigation can be found on the Lung Disease and Vaping Investigation webpage. Media requests should go to the DHS media(link sends e-mail) or 608-266-1683. Number of Cases Confirmed and Probable Cases* 87 Additional Patients Under Investigation 15 *We report confirmed and probable patient cases as one number because the two definitions are very similar, and this is the most accurate way to understand the number of people affected. https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/outbreaks/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niman Posted November 15, 2019 Author Report Share Posted November 15, 2019 Wisconsin Case Counts As of November 7, 2019We plan to update case counts by 10 a.m. on Thursdays. More Information about the lung disease and vaping investigation can be found on the Lung Disease and Vaping Investigation webpage. Media requests should go to the DHS media(link sends e-mail) or 608-266-1683. https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/outbreaks/index.htm Number of Cases Confirmed and Probable Cases* 92 Additional Patients Under Investigation 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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