PREVENTION ALLIANCE OF TENNESSEE ISSUES ALERT ON MARIJUANA AND VAPE PRODUCTS

The Prevention Alliance of Tennessee issues an alert after several instances of marijuana and vape products have led to illness, hospitalization, and in some cases, death.

6 deaths and nearly 500 cases of vaping-related lung illnesses in 33 states are suspected to be related to the practice of vaping marijuana oil rather than nicotine. Some state health department and news reports suggest many of the cases of lung problems have involved tetrahydrocannabinol, known as THC, the chemical in marijuana that causes psychological effects.

If you are legally prescribed a substance, you are requested to purchase it from your pharmacy and use only as directed. If you know someone who may be exhibiting overdose symptoms, please call 911 immediately. If you or someone you love needs education on prevention, you can contact the Prevention Alliance of Tennessee to locate a coalition in your area. If you suspect that someone you love may be suffering from substance use disorder, please call the Tennessee REDLINE at 1.800.889.9789.