‘Dusting’ Claims Another Life: 19-Year-Old Dies After Inhaling Keyboard Cleaner

Tragedy has struck in Arizona as 19-year-old Renna O’Rourke succumbed to the dangerous ‘dusting’ challenge. The young woman inhaled a keyboard cleaner, resulting in cardiac arrest and subsequently, brain death. Her father stated that the aerosol cleaner was obtained by her boyfriend unbeknownst to the family. ‘Dusting,’ also referred to as ‘huffing’ or ‘chroming,’ is a viral trend where individuals inhale household cleaning products in an attempt to get high. This practice is extremely risky and can lead to severe health complications, including heart failure. Renna’s family is now dedicated to educating others about the dangers of ‘dusting,’ emphasizing the need for parental awareness and monitoring. A GoFundMe campaign has been initiated to cover medical expenses and facilitate therapy. This tragedy mirrors an occurrence in the UK in March 2024 where a young boy died after inhaling toxic substances.