15.12.2025 18:01
Scientists have determined that the use of electronic cigarettes may increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes. The likelihood of experiencing a heart attack for those who use electronic cigarettes is found to be 53% higher compared to non-users, while the risk of stroke has increased by 73%.
Scientists have determined that the use of electronic cigarettes may increase the risk of heart attacks. According to studies, the risk of stroke is also higher compared to those who do not use electronic cigarettes.
The results of a study on electronic cigarette use have been announced. According to a report in News Medical Life Sciences, researchers examined the relationship between electronic cigarette use and the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
HEART ATTACK RISK IS 53% HIGHER
As part of the study, 12 previous studies conducted in earlier years were evaluated, covering 430,875 participants for heart attacks and more than 1 million for strokes.
The research found that the likelihood of experiencing a heart attack was 53% higher for those who use electronic cigarettes compared to those who do not.
IT ALSO INCREASES STROKE RISK
Furthermore, the study found that particularly among those who had previously smoked and currently use electronic cigarettes, the risk of heart attacks was higher.
Additionally, the study showed that among those who had previously smoked and still use electronic cigarettes, the risk of stroke was 73% higher compared to non-smokers.
"SHOULD NOT BE SEEN AS A HARMLESS ALTERNATIVE"
Researchers emphasized that these findings indicate that electronic cigarettes should not be viewed as a "harmless" alternative.
Cigarette use has long been considered one of the main risk factors for cardiovascular diseases such as coronary artery disease, hypertension, and stroke. The results of the study were published in the BMC Public Health journal.
FAMOUS PROGRAMMER HAD A HEART ATTACK
Recently, Fraser Olender, a star of the American reality show Below Deck, suffered a heart attack due to poisoning related to electronic cigarette use.