On the face of it, the government policy of using tax to deter smoking was a huge success
Its not any more [of] a safe natural wellness product than tobacco, which also comes from a plant. Vira Pravosud, an assistant research scientist at the San Francisco VA Medical Center who was not involved in the study, adds, We have this perception that cannabis smoking is healthier, is safer than tobacco smoking, which doesnt mean that its true, just because we dont know. Researchers arent sure of all the ways THC, the psychoactive compound in cannabis, interacts with the cardiovascular system, but emerging evidence shows it may elevate heart rate, raise blood pressure, and trigger inflammationall of which increase cardiovascular strain
Teen Vaping Trends in Ireland The data, derived from a survey of 15- to 16-year-olds, paints a concerning picture: The most common age to start vaping is 14 years old , with many teens trying an e-cigarette long before theyve had any traditional smoking experience
While cigarettes are the most common nicotine threat, all tobacco products contain nicotine and bring the risk of addiction, notes the U.S
