Doctor explains the negative effects of vaping and its link to cancer
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A lung cancer specialist warns that vaping may cause cancer due to similar toxins found in cigarettes.Summary
Dr. Lecia Sequist, a lung cancer specialist at Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute, discusses the potential cancer risks associated with vaping. She explains that many of the same chemicals and toxins found in combustible cigarettes are also present in vapes, which can cause chronic irritation and inflammation in the lungs. While e-cigarettes are relatively new and long-term studies are lacking, Sequist notes that it would not surprise doctors if vaping eventually proves to cause cancer. She also highlights the risks of secondhand vape exposure and the addictive nature of nicotine. While e-cigarettes may help some adult smokers quit, Sequist emphasizes that they are not safe, particularly for youth.
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