Legalize Pot? Cannabis Linked to Higher Risk of Heart attack, Stroke, Cardiovascular Death
Not just “stoned & stupid” but serious health risks…
Marijuana is legal in 24 states, is suspiciously repurposed as “medicinal” in all but ten states, and is poised to become “less criminal” at the Federal level despite clear evidence (summarized below) that it can be lethal to ingest.
Please remember this research (summarized below) the next time the “legalize pot” movement (like in Florida) attempts to gloss-over marijuana’s potential harm.
Cannabis Linked to Higher risk of Heart attack, Stroke, Cardiovascular Death
Scientists found that cannabis use was linked to a higher risk of heart attack, stroke, and even cardiovascular death — but a few details mean you should not jump to conclusions.
Researchers reviewed 24 studies published between 2016 and 2023.. These studies tracked people who used cannabis and measured rates of major cardiovascular problems—such as heart attack (acute coronary syndrome), stroke, and cardiovascular death.
Cannabis users showed a 29 percent higher risk of heart attack, 20 percent higher risk of stroke, and more than double the risk of cardiovascular death compared to non-users.
The stroke risk increase was particularly consistent across different study designs, while the cardiovascular death risk—though based on fewer studies—showed the most dramatic increase at 110 percent.
THC can increase heart rate, blood pressure, and the heart's oxygen demand while potentially disrupting normal heart rhythms. Cannabis may also affect blood clotting and inflammation—both key players in heart attacks and strokes. Think of it like putting extra stress on your cardiovascular system when it's trying to function normally. Over time, these effects could increase strain on the cardiovascular system, especially in people with underlying health issues.
The authors are careful to note that more research is needed, especially since most studies were observational and couldn’t prove cause and effect.*
*From Arnold’s Pump Club Newsletter
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Pot also causes a Psychosis in frequent users, so now we can add cardiovascular effects to the list, from POT. In Toms River, NJ, there are two Pot dispenseries right across the street from each other and one in the ShopRite shopping center in Waretown, NJ. Legalizing Pot was the worst thing that NJ and many other states have done. It also appears that many are consuming liquor and design drinks and smoking Pot. Then they go out and drive a car and possibly the reason for so many increased car accidents. Scary to be on the road and watch that big puff of white smoke coming out of the car in front of you. Lots of sickos doing Pot.