New research from UNSW Sydney confirms vaping is likely to cause lung and oral cancer. The study shows these devices pose a direct risk, regardless of tobacco history. Can Vaping Cause Lung Cancer? Here's What We Know The Lung Docs A new overarching review, led by the UNSW, is the most definitive determination that those who vape are at increased risk of cancer compared to those who don't, according to lead researcher Vaping is a cancer risk although less so than smoking, researchers say