Key Takeaways: Study finds e-cigarette users exhibit DNA changes akin to smokers, suggesting potential long-term health risks Epigenetic analysis reveals similarities in buccal cells of smokers and e-cigarette users, prompting further research Despite being safer than smoking, e-cigarettes may pose unforeseen health dangers, necessitating continued investigation E-cigarette users with a limited smoking history experience similar DNA changes to specific cheek cells as smokers, finds a new study led by researchers at UCL (University College London) and University of Innsbruck
The market is further supported by rising disposable income and the introduction of innovative device features such as adjustable power settings and LED displays, which appeal to tech-savvy users
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Conclusive evidence that exposure to nicotine from e-cigarettes is highly variable and depends on the characteristics of the device, the e-liquid used and how the device is operated
Wayne McLaren died of lung cancer in 1992 at age 51 after 25 years of smoking
