Daily cannabis smoking linked to respiratory issues
A large US study finds daily cannabis smoking is associated with higher odds of asthma and COPD.
Why it matters
- Cannabis smoking may harm lung health, similar to tobacco.
By the numbers
- Study included 379,000 US adults.
- Focused on daily cannabis smokers.
The big picture
- Findings suggest smoking cannabis can increase respiratory health risks.
What they're saying
- Users note that inhaling smoke, regardless of source, likely damages lungs.
- Interest in studying effects of vaping and edibles.
Caveats
- Full details of the study's findings are not provided in the title.
- Exact increase in odds not specified.
What’s next
- Further research could explore effects of alternative cannabis consumption methods.