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 ...

The researchers found that current cannabis use among older adults grew to 7% in 2023, up from 4.8% in 2021 and 5.2% in 2022—a nearly 46% increase in only two years.

Older adults with the highest incomes previously were found to have the lowest prevalence of cannabis use, but by 2023, they had the highest usage increase.

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.

Routine health screening for cannabis use in Veterans Health Administration clinical settings is necessary to identify older adults with cannabis use.

Researchers warn of increased cannabis use among older US adults, as experts link it to health risks and complications in chronic disease management.

Cannabis use disorder is increasing rapidly, especially among older adults and people living with HIV The new findings underscore the need for universal screening and treatment for the disorder ...

Ohio legalized recreational marijuana in 2023, contributing to national trend of increased cannabis use among adults 65 and older.

Cannabis use among older Americans has climbed dramatically, with 7% of adults 65 and older now reporting recent use. This rise isn't just in numbers but also in diversity older users today ...

New data has revealed that cannabis use among older adults is at an all-time high.

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 ...