BMC Public Health April 2015 PMID 25907101

Systematic review of cigar smoking and all cause and smoking related mortality.

Cindy M Chang, Catherine G Corey, Brian L Rostron, Benjamin J Apelberg

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The discussions reflect a range of attitudes towards the publication, with some users citing meta-analyses and FDA statements, such as '1-2 per day have little to no serious effect,' which shows moderate engagement and interest. Others, like 'cancer gonna cancer,' reveal dismissiveness, contributing to a nuanced overall perception.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions show mixed opinions, with some posts supporting the idea that low levels of cigar smoking may have minimal effects, while others dismiss the risks entirely.

InterestModerate interest

Participants demonstrate moderate interest, with some referencing specific data and meta-analyses, indicating a focus on the scientific aspects of the study.

EngagementModerate engagement

Many discussions involve pointing out inaccuracies, requesting clarifications, or referencing additional research, showing active engagement.

ImpactNeutral impact

While some posts highlight potential health risks, others downplay the significance, resulting in a balanced perception of user influence.

Abstract in brief

  • The systematic review highlights that cigar smoking is associated with increased risks of various cancers (oral, esophageal, laryngeal, lung), heart disease, and other health issues, similar to cigarette smoking.
  • The study found that higher cigar consumption and inhalation levels are linked to greater mortality risks, with even non-inhalers facing significant cancer risks.
  • Future research should focus on current cigar smoking habits in diverse populations to better understand and address the health impacts.

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Dr Colin Mendelsohn
@ColinMendelsohn · X

@LivePippas Pipe smoking is associated with lung cancer but at a slightly lower rate than cigarettes According to this review 2-8x ⤵️ Cigarettes increase the risk about 10x, or more for heavier smokers. Also males >female Was there secondhand smoke as well? https://t.co/awmtF1Ukwt

Apr 10, 2023 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 6,683 followers View post →
Perun
@BowTiedPerun · X

Even when not inhaling, you still have an elevated mortality risk for oral, esophageal and laryngeal cancers (DOI: 10.1186/s12889-015-1617-5 ). This risks are further increased when flavored cigars are introduced (Peruns note: these cigars are of lower quality; avoid them)

May 11, 2022 · 3 likes · 3,459 followers View post →
SaaS & Weights
@Finance_Weights · X

@nahumg_ld @fastrlife https://t.co/FSUXDlOWei

Jun 4, 2023 · 2 likes · 2,887 followers View post →
Fay
@oldfaysal · X

@ddoublepivot @Tripolar_B this is true but cancer gonna cancer https://t.co/Go48dg6F6u https://t.co/88hiBjtgo8

Mar 3, 2023 · 2 likes · 1,027 followers View post →
CDR Nobody
@CdrNobody · X

@woke8yearold There are no measurable effects on health for smoking 1-2 cigars per day. Multiple meta-analyses show this. Example: https://t.co/DVmLaJdCH3

Dec 11, 2023 · 2 likes · 465 followers View post →
Alex
@xand78869293 · X

@dspillane1 Here's a better study form the exact same place since your so interested. https://t.co/mENP23qRo9 https://t.co/CAPL43IAqB

Mar 4, 2023 · 2 likes · 211 followers View post →

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CDR Nobody
@CdrNobody · X

@wanyeburkett https://t.co/DVmLaJdCH3 https://t.co/8fLqpIGt4K

Jan 17, 2025 · 1 like · 465 followers View post →
Daniel
@DanielW_Kiwi · X

@richardstoicj @RichDuszak @sweatystartup @RustyKu37492320 Ummm.. looks bad to me https://t.co/VelukpHxEI

Dec 31, 2024 · 3,661 followers View post →
Richard Jordan
@richardstoicj · X

@RichDuszak @sweatystartup @RustyKu37492320 How about cigars? FDA says 1-2 per day have little to no serious effect. https://t.co/A6L45nKk4W

Dec 31, 2024 · 1 like · 166 followers View post →
CDR Nobody
@CdrNobody · X

@woke8yearold There are no measurable effects on health for smoking 1-2 cigars per day. Multiple meta-analyses show this. Example: https://t.co/DVmLaJdCH3

Dec 11, 2023 · 2 likes · 465 followers View post →
espanyol atzarós
@espanyolatzaros · X

@gleichung_ @AdrianGFuentes https://t.co/rlzI5Kzytg

Aug 25, 2023 · 1 like · 6,033 followers View post →
SaaS & Weights
@Finance_Weights · X

@nahumg_ld @fastrlife https://t.co/FSUXDlOWei

Jun 4, 2023 · 2 likes · 2,887 followers View post →
SaaS & Weights
@Finance_Weights · X

@farsideenjoyer @TonyAcostaUS @theStoicRook @fastrlife Please be silent. Cigars are equally harmful. https://t.co/FSUXDlPu3Q

Jun 4, 2023 · 2,887 followers View post →
SaaS & Weights
@Finance_Weights · X

@NPlafcanx3 @fastrlife This is one of the same excuses teenagers use to justify vaping. Cigars are equally harmful. https://t.co/FSUXDlOWei

Jun 4, 2023 · 2,887 followers View post →
Stack PhD
@HODL_au · X

@theStoicRook @Finance_Weights @fastrlife https://t.co/aER1BNU9Th

Jun 4, 2023 · 1 like · 416 followers View post →
dereude
@Dereude27 · X

@JuPeterrj @Elenny_77 @europapress https://t.co/41ziBYh8JD

May 24, 2023 · 206 followers View post →
Cristi Neagu
@Cristi_Neagu · X

@Rarisma_ @exposetobacco You may be relatively sure, but you're absolutely wrong. https://t.co/VZuvgIcVOd https://t.co/FZ9tghvTkG

Apr 28, 2023 · 241 followers View post →
Andy Kong
@oldestasian · X

source: https://t.co/cBV8JQPhgO source 2: https://t.co/qPqFP8WKgn

Apr 15, 2023 · 5,891 followers View post →
PantherNoster
@PantherNoster · X

RT @ColinMendelsohn: @LivePippas Pipe smoking is associated with lung cancer but at a slightly lower rate than cigarettes According to this…

Apr 10, 2023 · 2 shares · 2,868 followers View post →
Rawg Slinkard
@Rawgster · X

RT @ColinMendelsohn: @LivePippas Pipe smoking is associated with lung cancer but at a slightly lower rate than cigarettes According to this…

Apr 10, 2023 · 2 shares · 2,733 followers View post →
Dr Colin Mendelsohn
@ColinMendelsohn · X

@LivePippas Pipe smoking is associated with lung cancer but at a slightly lower rate than cigarettes According to this review 2-8x ⤵️ Cigarettes increase the risk about 10x, or more for heavier smokers. Also males >female Was there secondhand smoke as well? https://t.co/awmtF1Ukwt

Apr 10, 2023 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 6,683 followers View post →
Alex
@xand78869293 · X

@dspillane1 Here's a better study form the exact same place since your so interested. https://t.co/mENP23qRo9 https://t.co/CAPL43IAqB

Mar 4, 2023 · 2 likes · 211 followers View post →
Fay
@oldfaysal · X

@ddoublepivot @Tripolar_B this is true but cancer gonna cancer https://t.co/Go48dg6F6u https://t.co/88hiBjtgo8

Mar 3, 2023 · 2 likes · 1,027 followers View post →
God’s Banker☦️
@NomadFinancier · X

@MrsProudley @Morpheusresist https://t.co/Fbb8CCJpXL You were saying?

Mar 3, 2023 · 174 followers View post →
God’s Banker☦️
@NomadFinancier · X

@HazelAzureus @Lin_kuei255 @ShaykhSulaiman Where did you get that figure? Smoking 1-2 premium cigars daily has a nill effect on cancer risk. Most smokers are in or below that range. https://t.co/Fbb8CCJpXL

Mar 3, 2023 · 174 followers View post →
God’s Banker☦️
@NomadFinancier · X

@MrsProudley @Morpheusresist https://t.co/OPvCu1thGU 1-2 cigars daily has near to zero effect on cancer risk. Cigars are pure tobacco and aren’t inhaled. Also, he has requested medical aid numerous times in jail. As the papers allude, he was supposed to have a biopsy in January.

Mar 3, 2023 · 174 followers View post →
Tucker Goodrich
@TuckerGoodrich · X

@DIY_Tardis @UrosMikolic "Mortality risks from cigar smoking vary by level of exposure as measured by cigars per day and inhalation level and can be as high as or exceed those of cigarette smoking. " https://t.co/FnxzVu5mcP

Nov 9, 2022 · 1 like · 28,298 followers View post →
Perun
@BowTiedPerun · X

Even when not inhaling, you still have an elevated mortality risk for oral, esophageal and laryngeal cancers (DOI: 10.1186/s12889-015-1617-5 ). This risks are further increased when flavored cigars are introduced (Peruns note: these cigars are of lower quality; avoid them)

May 11, 2022 · 3 likes · 3,459 followers View post →
Mr. Garvin
@garvs_72 · X

@MllcKenzie Like they say things that are so obviously wrong that it takes ten seconds to find out

Apr 28, 2022 · 695 followers View post →
IisBig
@IisBig1 · X

@engcountrylife According to US FDA https://t.co/G3ADJwKMoa The cancer risk is nearly nil for smoming 1-2 cigars per day. You read that right. The issue is that not all tobacco products are created equal and should not be treated in the same way...even though public perception says otherwise.

Dec 9, 2021 · 759 followers View post →
Daily 'Bad Takes' Wire
@DailyWireCutter · X

@TarqLongJohnson @WolffintheWild @michaeljknowles I didn't know you owned a cherry farm? Also I love how you cropped your search because it's obvious you didn't go looking for the data, you had an answer in mind and didn't want it to be wrong. Why not try reading it and understand it's a meta-analysis https://t.co/9JaNuL1AcP https://t.co/uNDm4GJTLI

Sep 12, 2021 · 4 followers View post →
Hayxel
@HayxelFA · X

@ddofinternet @vichu2005g It wouldn't cause lung cancer then, but it does https://t.co/UjvvhNmKcz

May 30, 2021 · 1 like · 95 followers View post →
DEI = Didn't Earn It
@Biotchinvestor · X

@ja_reynolds You can't seriously look at that meta analysis in the BMC and say there is danger in 1-2 cigars. https://t.co/4yDKQFHaE4

Apr 27, 2021 · 1,103 followers View post →
مدري
@ibn_baidha · X

@JeremiahEXE https://t.co/tiXzRK5J12 Look at the table. Effect estimates here on all studies are just above 1. 1 is no risk.

Mar 9, 2021 · 472 followers View post →
مدري
@ibn_baidha · X

@JeremiahEXE https://t.co/Ry3MqtGtVS

Mar 9, 2021 · 472 followers View post →