But for the first time, research on mice has shown hookah smoke causes blood cells to become ‘hyperactive’. Study co-author, Dr. Fadi Khasawneh, said: “Hookah smoking, which is becoming more popular in Western countries, is perceived as less harmful than cigarettes. Patients who quit smoking tobacco are less likely to experience complications with anesthesia when compared to regular smokers. The sweet flavours available make shisha smoking desirable, especially the young people – around half the smoking teenagers do is in this way. World champion sprinter Usain Bolt and Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero have both been pictured smoking shisha.

Source: The Guardian January 24, 2020 04:30 UTC