Smoke Is Smoke: Daily Cannabis Use May Increase Heart Attack, Stroke Risks, New Study Finds
Smoking cannabis is linked to a higher risk of heart attack and stroke, even among those with no existing heart conditions and no history of traditional tobacco use, according to a new study published Wednesday in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
Analyzing data from over 430,000 adults, the research found that both daily and non-daily marijuana users faced a higher risk of heart attack and stroke compared to non-users. The risk increased with the frequency of use, with daily users experiencing a 42% increased risk of stroke and a 25% increased risk of heart attack as compared to those who did not consume cannabis. The risk climbed as the number of days of use of marijuana rose.
Smoke Is Smoke
“Cannabis smoke is not all that different from tobacco smoke, except for the …