Health8/19/2025The Guardian

Young vape users three times as likely to start smoking, study finds

Young vape users three times as likely to start smoking, study finds

A new study has found that young people who use e-cigarettes are three times more likely to start smoking traditional cigarettes, as well as develop asthma and other mental health issues, compared to those who do not vape. The review, which analyzed a large body of evidence on youth vaping, warns that e-cigarettes may serve as a gateway to smoking and are associated with various health risks for young users. The findings underscore the potential dangers of e-cigarette use among adolescents and the need for more robust regulations and education around the long-term consequences of vaping.

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