What happened to Americans' hearts after cannabis became legal?
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A new study examined data on about 50 million hospitalizations in the United States. The goal of the study was to check what happened to the heart health of Americans after cannabis became legal in various states.
According to the findings, the number of hospitalizations due to heart failure rose by almost 4% each year. Atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm disorder, also rose by slightly more than 2% per year.
The study also examined other conditions, such as stroke, blood clots, and other dangerous heart rhythm disorders. These data show that there are changes in these conditions as well, and therefore the researchers describe the picture as complex.
It is important to remember that studies like this show a connection between two things, but they do not always prove that one thing causes the other. Therefore, additional tests are needed to understand the effect of cannabis on the heart.
In summary, the study points to an increase in several types of heart problems after cannabis became legal in the United States. The findings may help doctors and decision-makers better understand the health risks.
Sources: היום
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