Vapeboss - Findings reported through a new study published in Circulation show that smokers who switch exclusively to vaping can reduce their risk of heart disease by 34%.

Using a longitudinal approach, the research team analyzed data from 32,000 adult tobacco users who participated in the national Tobacco and Health Population Assessment (PATH) over a six-year period from 2013 to 2019. The researchers then assessed vaping and smoking patterns and compared them with self-reported incidents of heart disease, such as stroke, heart attack, and heart failure.

The collected data showed that smokers experienced a 1.8 times higher risk of heart disease compared to non-smokers, while the risk for someone who switched exclusively to vaping was not statistically different. For this effect, the study concluded that there is a significant link between smoking and heart disease, but not between vaping and heart disease.

Reversing the effects of conventional cigarettes

On the other hand, another recent study titled "Tobacco Use Disorder and Cardiovascular Health" reported that the use of combustible tobacco products, smokeless tobacco, and electronic nicotine delivery systems all increase the incidence of acute and chronic cardiovascular disease. The researchers added that these harmful effects can be reversed relatively quickly after cessation.

For this effect, the research team recommended more traditional methods of quitting smoking. "Recommended cessation treatments include offering pharmacotherapy, counseling that should emphasize the rapid risk reduction that occurs after quitting, and adequate follow-up contact."

Meanwhile, a study that collected data from 175,546 respondents who participated in the annual National Health Interview Survey between 2014 and 2019 found that daily e-cigarette use was only associated with a higher incidence of heart attack among people who also currently smoked regular cigarettes. Furthermore, no evidence of increased risk was found among vapers who had never smoked.

Source: Vapingpost