Is Weed Worse Than Alcohol For Driving? New Study Challenges Common DUI Assumptions
Published in 2024 in “Accident Analysis & Prevention,” the study led by Esther K. Choo, M.D., M.P.H., Professor of Emergency Medicine at OHSU delves into the comparative effects of cannabis and alcohol on driving safety, challenging longstanding DUI assumptions.
Research Methodology
Conducted in emergency departments across Denver, Colorado,
Portland, Oregon and Sacramento, California, the research focuses on injured drivers involved in motor vehicle collisions (MVCs) and non-injured drivers seeking medical care.
Analyzing Substance Effects
Through blood samples, interviews, and multiple logistic regression analysis, the study differentiated the effects of cannabis and alcohol on driving safety.
Key Findings
Findings indicate that while cannabis use alone showed …