Since their introduction in Europe in 2006 and the U.S. in 2007, the use of e cigarettes a.k.a., vapes has skyrocketed. A recent review from researchers in Australia found the results Does vaping cause cancer? Roseburg Community Cancer Center The rise of teen vaping is worrying doctors worldwide. While e cigarettes were once marketed as a safer alternative, research shows they contain nicotine, heavy metals, and cancer causing chemicals that can damage developing E cigarettes are not a healthier alternative to cigarettes. They contain nicotine and many harmful ingredients that can cause cancer and heart disease. Since these products are relatively new, we don't know all UNSW Study Finds Vaping Likely Causes Lung and Oral Cancer UNSW posted on the topic LinkedIn Clearing the Air: The Harsh Reality of Vaping and Smokeless Products Leading to Cancer