Frequent Cannabis Use Tied to Higher Heart Attack and Stroke Risk

A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association reports that cannabis use is significantly associated with higher odds of stroke and heart attack, regardless of the method of ingestion. The research analyzed data from 430,000 adults and found that more frequent cannabis use was linked to increased risk of adverse cardiovascular outcomes, with daily users being 25% more likely to suffer a heart attack and 42% more likely to have a stroke compared to non-users. The study suggests that the perception of cannabis as harmless to health is decreasing, and emphasizes the need for public awareness of the potential cardiovascular risks associated with cannabis use.