Cannabis poisoning among older adults in Canada has surged since the pre-legalization period, according to a new study.

Overall, there were more than 2,300 visits to emergency departments for cannabis poisonings among older adults -- people averaging 69.5 years of age -- over the three time periods.

The prevalence of current cannabis use increased among older U.S. adults from 2021 to 2023. Older adults may be susceptible to the adverse effects of cannabis, which may require acute medical care ...

Adults ages 65 and older are the fastest-growing age group to use cannabis in the United States. Cannabis use is particularly high among people living with HIV, an aging population that has ...

Marijuana use among older adults in the US has reached a new high, with 7% of adults aged 65 and over who report using it in the past month, according to an analysis led by researchers with the ...

Marijuana use among older adults in the US has reached a new high, with 7 percent of adults aged 65 and over who report using it in the past month, according to a recent analysis.

Cannabis is gaining popularity among older adults for its potential health benefits. This guide offers insights into starting safely, choosing the right products, and exploring custom strains.

But some older adults may be unaware of the strength of today’s weed, and little is known about the health effects of legalizing edible cannabis on older adults — the age group with the ...

Therefore, preventing cannabis-related harms in older adults requires a multipronged approach, he added, including storing cannabis edibles in locked locations and in clearly identified packaging.

Cannabis poisonings among older adults have tripled, study finds By Kristen Rogers, CNN May 20, 2024 Updated May 20, 2024 0 ...