Is 'Safe' snus actually safe? massive study probes hidden health risks

NCT ID NCT07573319

First seen May 09, 2026 · Last updated Jun 10, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study looks at whether using snus (including newer nicotine pouches) is linked to heart disease, poor metabolism, and mental health issues, separate from smoking. Researchers are analyzing health data from over 30,000 Swedish adults, including CT scans and blood tests, to compare snus users with non-users. The goal is to provide clear answers about the real-world health effects of snus.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Göteborg Universitetssjukhus

    Gothenburg, Sweden

  • Karolinska Institutet Danderyds Sjukhus

    Stockholm, Sweden

  • Skanes Universitetssjukhus, Lund Universitet

    Lund, Sweden

  • Umeå Universitetssjukhus

    Umeå, Sweden

  • Uppsala Universitetssjukhus

    Uppsala, Sweden

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