Vaping Risks May Match or Exceed Smoking

Recent studies led by Dr. Maxime Boidin at Manchester Metropolitan University suggest that vaping might pose equivalent or greater health risks compared to smoking traditional cigarettes. The research highlights that vapers are at risk of severe health issues such as dementia, heart disease, and organ failure, similar to smokers. The continuous nature of vaping, unlike smoking which requires breaks, may lead to excessive nicotine intake and associated arterial damage. This study contradicts the NHS's stance that vaping is 'substantially less harmful' than smoking. Furthermore, the presence of metals and chemicals in e-cigarettes contributes to inflammation and oxidative stress, exacerbating cardiovascular problems. These findings challenge the existing perception of e-cigarettes as a safer alternative and call for potential regulatory changes.