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It very much seems that e-cigarettes also cause cancer, claims a new study

telex.hu·15/05/2026Original article

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The Telex article references a real 2026 review in Carcinogenesis concluding e-cigarettes are likely carcinogenic. However, it omits important comparative context: carcinogenic biomarker levels in e-cigarette users are lower than in combustible smokers. The claim of a fourfold lung cancer risk for dual users lacks a traceable source.

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Accurate

A review of over 100 studies published in Carcinogenesis concludes that e-cigarettes are likely carcinogenic and may cause oral and lung cancer.

Missing context

The article omits that carcinogenic biomarker levels in e-cigarette users are lower than in conventional smokers, which is important comparative context.

Missing context

Dual use of conventional and e-cigarettes can increase lung cancer risk up to fourfold compared to smoking alone, according to a previous study.

Missing context

The study is described as the clearest evidence to date that e-cigarette users have a higher risk of developing cancer.

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