E-cig heart disease link

FRESH concerns have been raised about the safety of e-cigarettes containing nicotine, after researchers found they increase a symptom linked to heart disease.

The vaping devices were found to increase blood pressure and heart rate in users.

The study found arterial stiffness was three times greater in smokers using e-cigarettes containing nicotine than ones without nicotine.

While experts still say e-cigarettes are healthier than tobacco, the findings highlight they are still not without risks.