Cannabis Use and Its Association with Heart Attack
Marijuana, also known as cannabis, has gained popularity in recent years due to its medicinal and recreational uses. However, a new study suggests that cannabis use may be associated with a higher risk of heart attack and stroke.
The study, published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, examined the relationship between cannabis use and cardiovascular outcomes. The researchers analyzed survey data from over 430,000 adults in the United States from 2016 to 2020. The results indicated that individuals who used cannabis, whether through smoking, eating, or vaporizing, had a higher likelihood of experiencing adverse cardiovascular events.
The risk of coronary heart disease, heart attack, and stroke increased with any form of cannabis use. Daily cannabis users had a 25% highe...