NEWS BRIEFING ALERT: Vaping likely to cause cancer
A new review finds vaping likely causes lung and oral cancer, even independent of smoking, prompting calls for stricter regulation.Summary
A comprehensive review led by cancer researchers at UNSW has concluded that vaping is likely to cause lung and oral cancer, even before long-term studies definitively confirm the risk. The study analyzed global research, including clinical studies, animal experiments, and laboratory research, to assess the carcinogenic potential of vapes. Experts emphasize that vaping is not a safe alternative to smoking, particularly for young people who have never smoked, and reinforce the importance of current Australian laws limiting vape access. Researchers also highlight the deliberate targeting of youth by the tobacco and nicotine industry and the need for continued education and cessation support. The study synthesizes evidence of carcinogenic compounds in vapes, indicating that vaping itself, even without cigarette smoking, can contribute to cancer development.
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