Does marijuana cause lung cancer? Doctors reveal what the research says
Researchers at the University of New South Wales analyzed a wide body of global research, finding that “those who vape are at increased risk of cancer compared to those who don’t.”
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“Considering all the findings — from clinical monitoring, animal studies and mechanistic data — e-cigarettes are likely to cause lung cancer and oral cancer,” lead author and UNSW cancer researcher Bernard Stewart commented in a press release.
Researchers at the University of New South Wales analyzed a wide body of global research, finding that “those who vape are at increased risk of cancer compared to those who don’t.” (iStock)
Udelsman challenged the belief that vaping may be safer than smoking, noting that some “very severe inflammatory diseases” are beginning to become apparent.
More time is needed to analyze the impact of vaping both marijuana and tobacco, he added.
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“The data on vaping is very new, so we don’t know yet, but I’d worry about anything you’re breathing into your lungs, because it infiltrates the cells and air sacs in your lungs, which can cause damage and put you at a higher risk for cancer,” Udelsman warned.
Angelica Stabile is a lifestyle reporter for Fox News Digital.
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