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Researchers from Sydney warn: "Vaping likely causes lung and oral cancer, we must protect people"
Researchers from the University of New South Wales, Sydney, have published a review of evidence indicating that vaping likely causes lung and oral cancer, calling on regulators to act immediately to protect people, especially children.
TL;DR
- Research from the University of New South Wales suggests vaping likely causes lung and oral cancer.
- The review analyzed studies from 2017-2025, including animal research, human case reports, and lab findings.
- E-cigarettes were found to cause biological changes linked to cancer risk, like DNA damage and inflammation.
- Experts warn that vaping is not a safe alternative to smoking, especially for youth.
- Researchers are calling for immediate regulatory action to protect public health, particularly children.
- There's a concern about repeating historical delays in recognizing the dangers of smoking.