Hookah bars may harm Bystanders' blood vessels, study finds

NCT ID NCT04661683

First seen Jan 18, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study looks at how breathing in secondhand hookah smoke or e-hookah vapor affects blood vessel health. Researchers will measure blood flow and stiffness in 12 healthy non-smokers before and after exposure. The goal is to understand the short-term risks for people who don't smoke but are around hookah use.

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Locations

  • University of California, Los Angeles

    Los Angeles, California, 90095-8361, United States

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