Massachusetts Prohibits Sale of Spray Products for 4 Months

Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker on Tuesday declared a four-month ban on the sale of any vaping product in the state. The globe of Boston reports. The temporary ban would apply to sales of tobacco and marijuana-based electronic cigarettes and take effect immediately. The ban, which would be the first in the United States, will last until January 25, 2020. At a press conference, Mr. Baker announced that the rise in the number of vaping-related illnesses was an emergency for public health. . "One of the experts said," We do not have time to wait. People get sick and it's time to act, it's now. I could not agree more, "Baker said. "The use of the electronic cigarette is exploding and it is clear that the population is in danger. This temporary ban will give the state government and medical providers the time needed to understand the dangers and react accordingly. "

State officials have reported 61 potential cases of vaping-related illness, including teenagers. According to the CDC, there are more than 500 cases of vaping-related illness in the country, including at least seven deaths in six states.