Vaping Likely Linked to Cancer, Strongest Evidence Yet
A new review finds vaping likely causes oral and lung cancers due to carcinogenic chemicals and DNA mutations.Summary
A comprehensive review of evidence, published today, suggests that vaping likely causes oral and lung cancers. Researchers examined studies on the health impacts of vapes, finding that the aerosol inhaled contains chemicals demonstrating key characteristics of carcinogens. Blood and urine analyses confirmed absorption of cancer-linked chemicals, including carcinogenic metals and organic compounds. Evidence also revealed DNA mutations and changes to cancer biomarkers in the mouth and lung tissue of vapers. While long-term studies are still needed, the shift in research conclusions from 2017-2025 indicates growing concern that vaping’s cancer risk is no longer lower than smoking, and warrants further investigation and funding for early cancer detection.
(Source：Mirage News)
