Vaping Linked to 19% Increase in Heart Failure Risk, Landmark Study Finds

A comprehensive analysis involving over 175,000 participants highlights the significant health risks associated with e-cigarette use, prompting calls for reevaluation of its safety.

A new study shows vapers are 19% more likely to develop heart failure compared to non-vapers.
The research analyzed over 175,000 adults in the US, marking it as one of the largest studies on vaping's impact on heart health.
Vaping is linked to an increased risk of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction, a condition where the heart muscle becomes stiff.
The study's lead author, Dr. Yakubu Bene-Alhasan, urges reconsideration of vaping's safety, especially concerning heart health.
Recent UK government measures aim to curb youth vaping, including proposals to ban disposable vapes and restrict marketing.