Public Health Warning and Information on Vaping
Public Health Warning: Stop using vaping products
Oregon Health Authority is participating in the investigation of a nationwide outbreak of respiratory illnesses associated with the use of vaping devices, and is working with local public health and health care providers to track any illnesses in Oregon.
For more details, visit OHA's webpage.
Information for Clinicians
The OHA Public Health Division and local public health departments are urging clinicians to be on alert for signs of severe respiratory illness among individuals who report vaping or e-cigarette use.
Clinicians should immediately report any cases of hospitalized patients with radiologic finding of pulmonary infiltrates and history of vaping any substance in the preceding 90 days by calling 971-673-1111.
