FDA launches criminal probe into vaping-related illnesses
‘We are in desperate need of facts,' said the agency’s tobacco director
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has launched a criminal probe into vaping as the number of lung illnesses and deaths linked to the products continues to climb.
Health officials say more than 530 people have now been affected by the mysterious vaping-related lung illness, which has claimed eight lives. All patients have reported using either an electronic cigarette or vaping device prior to getting sick.
The FDA’s tobacco director, Mitch Zeller, said the investiga...
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September 20, 2019
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Pennsylvania AG joins effort to block T-Mobile/Sprint Merger9/19/2019
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Hy-Vee Mealtime Asian entrees recalled9/19/2019
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September 18, 2019
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The tire sidewall may fail
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Kawasaki USA recalls ROVs9/12/2019
Incorrect joint assembly can cause steering control loss,