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Pot Use Raises Risks After Severe Form of Stroke
(HealthDay News) Marijuana users may be more likely to develop complications from a severe type of stroke, according to a new study.
2021 Campus Video PSA Contest Winners Announced
For the first time ever, contest organizers awarded first and second place prizes.
Weed May Mess With Your Medicines, Causing Harm
(Health Day News) According to new study, the chemicals in marijuana — THC, cannabidiol (CBD), and cannabinol (CBN) — can have a negative impact on other medications a person is taking.
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Report: Drug Overdose Deaths Surpass 100,000
(Associated Press, November 18) For the first time ever, drug overdose deaths in the U.S. surpassed 100,000 during a 12-month period.
Teens and vaping marijuana: Understanding the dangers of ‘dabbing’
(Chicago Sun-Times, March 5) Among U.S. teens, vaping (the use of e-cigarettes) continues to be very popular. Dabbing – using an e-cigarette to ingest marijuana concentrates – is also gaining in popularity.
Kratom-Related Poisonings Are Soaring, Study Finds
(Health Day News, February 21) U.S. poison control centers are seeing an increase in calls related to the herbal substance kratom.