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American Heart Association calls for more research on e-cigarettes

Research increasingly reveals health risks of e-cigarette use, and more studies are needed about the long-term impact e-cigarettes may have on the heart and lungs, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association published [...] in the Association's flagship journal Circulation. The new scientific statement, "Cardiopulmonary Impact of Electronic Cigarettes and Vaping Products," details the latest usage data and trends, identifies current health impacts, highlights existing basic and clinical scientific evidence surrounding e-cigarettes and recommends research priorities to further understand the short- and long-term health effects of e-cigarette use.

July 18, 2023 by news-medical.net

As E-Cigarette Use Grows, More Research Needed on Long-Term Effects of Vaping

As the number of young people using electronic nicotine delivery systems grows, so does evidence that e-cigarettes may be harmful to human health. More studies are needed to determine the long-term impact these devices may have on the heart and lungs, according to a new science report.

July 26, 2023 by heart.org