Marijuana use linked to increased asthma risk in youth, says study: ‘Worrisome' health implications
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A study published in Preventive Medicine found that in states where marijuana is legal, the share of teens with asthma is slightly higher than in states where it's still illegal. Experts weighed in.
The research, published in the journal Preventive Medicine in its Feb. 2024 issue, found that in states where marijuana is legal, the share of teens with asthma is slightly higher than in states where it remains illegal. "The accessibility of marijuana and other cannabis products has increased exponentially in the last three years." Melissa Rudy is health editor and a member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to melissa.rudy@fox.com.
The recreational use of cannabis is now legalized in 24 states.
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