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Major review finds vaping likely causes lung and oral cancer

Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily·June 21, 2026

Researchers have found that nicotine vapes are likely to cause lung and oral cancers, based on a range of evidence. The evidence, which includes human biomarkers, animal studies, and laboratory research, suggests that vaping poses significant health risks. These findings contradict the notion that vaping is a harmless alternative to smoking, indicating that health risks may be emerging sooner than expected. The discovery highlights the potential dangers of vaping and challenges its perceived safety.

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