Woman given just 18 months to live blames vaping for her lung cancer at 22
Fox News • • health
Key Points:
- Kayley Boda, a 22-year-old from Manchester, UK, was diagnosed with lung cancer after heavy vaping starting at age 15, and has now been given 18 months to live following a cancer recurrence in her lung's pleural lining.
- Despite initially being dismissed by doctors multiple times, Boda's symptoms worsened, leading to surgery removing part of her right lung and chemotherapy; she was briefly given the all-clear in early 2026 before the cancer returned.
- Boda attributes her lung cancer to vaping, particularly the switch to disposable vapes, and is urging others to quit vaping due to its potential severe health risks.
- Her case is considered rare by oncologists, especially given her young age, and highlights the growing concerns about the dangers of vaping, which has been linked to lung damage, heart disease, and stroke.
- Boda is currently seeking financial support to fund further treatment aimed at prolonging her life and raising awareness about the risks associated with vaping.
