Huge new vaping study shows deadly side effects from heart disease to dementia
A new study reveals vaping may be as harmful as smoking, increasing risks of heart disease, dementia, and organ failure.Summary
A groundbreaking study led by Dr. Maxime Boidin has found that vaping poses similar health risks to traditional smoking, potentially even greater due to the ease of continuous use. The research demonstrates that both vaping and smoking damage arteries, increasing the likelihood of cardiovascular problems, dementia, and organ failure. The study involved volunteers aged 18-45 and assessed blood vessel elasticity and blood flow. Participants who vaped or smoked showed similar levels of arterial damage. While the NHS considers vaping less harmful than smoking, Dr. Boidin argues for stricter regulations, including limiting sales to prescription-only, and extending the current ban on disposable vapes to include refillable options. The findings highlight the dangers of nicotine, metals, and chemicals present in vapes, causing inflammation and cell damage. Concerns are rising, with reports of vaping addiction in young people and instances of severe health complications.
(Source：Yorkshirelive)
