Chemicals in Vapes Trigger Potentially Deadly Heart Issue: Study
- Chemicals in vapes may trigger potentially deadly cardiac arrest, according to a new study by American scientists.
- Synthetic cooling ingredients, especially WS-23, added to e-cigarettes increase abnormal heartbeats and cardiovascular risks in mice and human heart cells.
- WS-23 tripled premature heartbeats in mice compared to e-cigarettes with only nicotine and solvents, intensifying stress-related heart rhythm problems.
- These findings prompt calls for policymakers to review regulations on coolants used in vapes to reduce risks of dangerous heart rhythm irregularities and sudden cardiac arrest.
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Synthetic cooling agents in e-cigarettes link to abnormal heartbeats
Synthetic cooling ingredients added to e-cigarettes caused abnormal heartbeats (arrhythmias) and increased cardiovascular risk measures in mice and lab-grown human heart cells, according to new independent research published today in Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.
The dangers of e-cigarettes are back in the spotlight. A new study suggests that vape products containing menthol and cooling agents may increase the risk of heart rhythm disorders, raising new questions about the safety of e-cigarettes.
Cooling ingredients in e-cigarettes may cause irregular heartbeat or cardiac arrest
Synthetic cooling ingredients added to e-cigarettes caused abnormal heartbeats (arrhythmias) and increased cardiovascular risk measures in mice and lab-grown human heart cells, according to new independent research published today in Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology.
Popular Vape Cooling Additives May Trigger Dangerous Heart Rhythm Problems
Electronic cigarettes, often called e-cigarettes or vapes, have become increasingly popular around the world. Many people believe they are a safer choice than traditional cigarettes because they do not burn tobacco. However, scientists are continuing to discover that vaping products contain many ingredients that may affect health in unexpected ways. One group of ingredients now […] The post Popular Vape Cooling Additives May Trigger Dangerous He…
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