Even occasional marijuana use linked to 40% higher odds of stroke

New preliminary research involving more than 440,000 American adults has uncovered a concerning association between cannabis use and cardiovascular disease, particularly stroke. The findings suggest that even occasional marijuana use may be linked to higher odds of cardiovascular problems, raising new questions about the health effects of a substance that is becoming increasingly common across the United States. The research, presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2026, found that the association was not limited to people who frequently used cannabis. It also appeared across different methods of consumption…

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