Behavior Health and Wellness Blog
New research suggests that using cannabis—whether by smoking, eating, or vaping—may increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, the study
During the COVID-19 pandemic, cannabis-involved emergency department (ED) visits among young people under 25 years rose significantly, according to CDC data from the National Syndromic Surveillance Program spanning 2019–2022. Weekly
Cannabis, often called marijuana, weed, pot, or grass, is a drug derived from the cannabis plant. It can be consumed in various ways—smoked, vaped, eaten, or even brewed into drinks.
Cannabis, also known as marijuana, weed, pot, or bud, refers to the dried flowers, leaves, stems, and seeds of the cannabis plant. This plant contains over 100 compounds called cannabinoids,
Researchers disagree on whether cannabis acts as a “gateway drug,” leading to the use of more dangerous substances like cocaine or heroin. While evidence linking cannabis use to an increased
Studies have shown a link between acute cannabis use and car crashes, though further research is needed. It is challenging to directly connect the presence of cannabis or the concentration
A large study led by Stanford Medicine researchers reveals that marijuana users face an elevated risk of heart disease and heart attacks. The study found that THC, the psychoactive component
Regular marijuana use can significantly raise the risk of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke, according to two new studies set to be presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific