Risks of Marijuana Use on Heart Health

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
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.

Key Points

  • Recent studies link cannabis use to cardiac events, especially in young, healthier individuals
  • Risk of heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and death increased among cannabis users under 50
  • Impact on heart health could be due to factors like heart rhythm regulation and endothelial dysfunction
  • Additional studies are needed to confirm findings and identify high-risk groups

Cons

  • Increased risk of heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and death among healthy cannabis users under 50
  • Potential impact on heart health due to factors like heart rhythm regulation, oxygen demand, and endothelial dysfunction
  • Lack of clarity on how cannabis use affects heart health due to inconsistencies in data and possible co-use of other substances