Smoking, Vaping Weed Raises Asthma Attack Risk
A new study links both smoking and vaping cannabis to a significantly increased risk of asthma attacks in young adults.Summary
A recent study published in the journal Chest found a strong association between cannabis use – whether smoked or vaped – and an increased risk of asthma attacks in young adults. Researchers tracked nearly 4,500 individuals aged 18-34 and discovered that those who smoked weed had a 64% increased risk, while those who vaped had an 81% higher risk of experiencing an asthma attack. Those who both smoked and vaped showed a 57% increased risk. While some previous research has suggested potential benefits of cannabis for asthma by opening airways, this study reinforces a growing body of evidence indicating a negative impact. The researchers acknowledge that the study demonstrates an association, not a direct cause-and-effect relationship, and emphasize the need for further investigation into the long-term respiratory effects of cannabis, especially given its increasing prevalence and changing legal status.
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