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Vaping Linked to 2.29x COPD Risk in New Zealand

5/2/2025

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A groundbreaking study reveals a troubling connection between vaping and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a major killer in New Zealand. E-cigarette users face a staggering 2.29 times higher risk of developing COPD, regardless of previous smoking habits. Experts are calling for tougher regulations to safeguard young people, stressing that vaping is far from a safe substitute for smoking.

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A groundbreaking study reveals a troubling connection between vaping and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a major killer in New Zealand. E-cigarette users face a staggering 2.29 times higher risk of developing COPD, regardless of previous smoking habits. Experts are calling for tougher regulations to safeguard young people, stressing that vaping is far from a safe substitute for smoking.