Risks of Marijuana Use on Heart Health

Recent studies have linked cannabis use to cardiac events, particularly among young, healthier people, highlighting the risks associated with marijuana. The findings will be presented at the ACC’s Annual Scientific Session and published in the journal JACC Advances.

Cancellation of NIH Grants by DOGE

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) cancelled several grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), including funding for programs related to pregnancy prevention for transgender boys and cannabis use in sexual minority gender diverse individuals. Led by Elon Musk, DOGE also stopped grants for transgender experiments on animals.