The five truths about vaping Dual cigarette and e cig use increases human risk of lung cancer 40 times Stanton Glantz blog We know vaping can cause serious lung problems. A new study says it might also cause cancer Using nicotine based vapes is likely to cause lung and oral cancer, even if e cigarette users do not smoke tobacco, a watershed academic review has found. What is an E Cigarette or Electronic Cigarette?