expert reaction to observational study on vaping/smoking and blood pressure
March 05, 2026 by sciencemediacentre.org
expert reaction to observational study on vaping/smoking and blood pressure
An observational study on vaping, smoking, and blood pressure found that smoking, but not vaping, is significantly associated with elevated blood pressure and hypertension. The study did not account for participants' past smoking history, potentially impacting the results. Experts note that vaping may be a less harmful alternative to smoking, but emphasize that not vaping or smoking is the safest choice. Combining results from smokers and vapers to draw conclusions was criticized as flawed. The study highlights the association between smoking and adverse cardiovascular outcomes. However, it falls short in determining the specific effects of vaping on health outcomes.
