President Donald Trump says he has warned his teen son Barron against vaping.
Trump made the comments about vaping to reporters while traveling to Baltimore for a retreat with Republican members of the House of Representatives.
The comments follow the administration’s rush to implement a ban on flavored vaping liquid. Some e-cigarette companies stand accused of trying to market their products to children.
Six Americans have died so far from a lung illness that is believed to be linked to vaping. The sixth person having died in Kansas, authorities said on Tuesday, Sept. 10.
“Health officials are working hard to determine a cause and share information to prevent additional injuries. As that work continues, I urge Kansans to be careful. Don’t put yourself in harm’s way, and please follow the recommendations of public health officials.”
“While this investigation is ongoing, consider not using e-cigarette products,” warned the CDC.
It has been suggested that pregnant woman, youth, and young adults, as well as those who don’t use tobacco products, should not use them.
“You should not modify e-cigarette products or add any substances to these products that are not intended by the manufacturer,” warned the agency.
Some people have allegedly attempted to vape marijuana-related products, such as THC.
“If you do use e-cigarette products, you should not buy these products off the street (for example, e-cigarette products with THC or other cannabinoids),” said the CDC.