Montana To Begin Enforcing Emergency Ban On Flavored Vaping Products

The transcript discusses an emergency ban on flavored vape products due to public health concerns. The Health Department issued a notice of intent, but legal challenges have delayed enforcement. The ban includes all flavored e-cigarette products, affecting both online and in-store sales. As of December 10th, the CDC reported 2,409 hospitalizations and 52 deaths related to vaping lung injuries.

What ongoing threats to public health prompted the emergency rules?

What were the reported health impacts related to vaping as mentioned in the text?