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Two reasons why amending Vermont's cannabis law would be a step backward - Commentary by physicians published
February 28, 2024, 6:01 am, Opinion by Dr. Catherine Antley and Dr. Lisa K. Catapano-Friedman The House Government Operations Committee...
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Mar 7, 20243 min read
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For Marijuana Users, Even Legalization Doesn’t Guarantee Safety
As The Wall Street Journal reports, marijuana contaminated with arsenic, lead or mold is causing serious, even life-threatening...
Physicians for Healthy Communities
Feb 20, 20241 min read
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Vermont Kids under 10 Experienced the Greatest Increase in Overdose Related ED Visits
Cannabis was among the most common substances. Kids under 10 experienced the greatest increase in non-fatal overdose-related ED visits.
Physicians for Healthy Communities
Oct 31, 20231 min read
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Marijuana addiction is real. Those struggling often face skepticism.
Medical experts and even many proponents of legalized marijuana acknowledge it can be addictive — akin to alcohol or some prescription drugs
Physicians for Healthy Communities
Aug 1, 20231 min read
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ER visits for children sickened from marijuana surged during the pandemic
Children under age 11 saw a 214% increase in ER visits for marijuana poisoning
Physicians for Healthy Communities
Jul 14, 20231 min read
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Marijuana linked to mental health risks in young adults, growing evidence shows
New research, involving millions of people worldwide over decades, adds to worries that heavy use of high-potency cannabis could...
Physicians for Healthy Communities
May 26, 20231 min read
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New Studies Show Cannabis Causes Impairment for Longer Than Previously Known
New studies reveal impairment from smoking cannabis lasts longer than previously thought.
Physicians for Healthy Communities
May 3, 20232 min read
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Vermont cannabis grower pays heavy fine for New York delivery
A Notice of Violation from the Vermont Cannabis Control Board cites video evidence of Devon Deyhle, owner of Tall Truck (a Tier 1 indoor...
Physicians for Healthy Communities
Mar 28, 20231 min read
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CANNABIS CONTROL BOARD ISSUES MEMO ON ENFORCEMENT REMINDERS
CCB Rule 2.8.9 provides that “Retailers shall display a safety information flyer created by the Board at the point of purchase, in...
Physicians for Healthy Communities
Mar 24, 20231 min read
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Bright Orange Marijuana THC Candy Actually Legal for Sale in Vermont?
Edibles, particularly edibles that could easily be mistaken for candy or other food, have been a heated topic of debate in conversations.
Physicians for Healthy Communities
Feb 28, 20233 min read
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California ERs report 1800% rise in pot-related visits for senior citizens
A new study from the University of California San Diego, revealed a stunning 1,808% increase in cannabis-related emergency room visits...
Physicians for Healthy Communities
Jan 12, 20231 min read
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3,000+ young children accidentally ate weed edibles in 2021
3,000+ young children accidentally ate weed. edibles in 2021. an increase of 1,375%.
Physicians for Healthy Communities
Jan 3, 20231 min read
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Mental Health and High-Potency Cannabis
"Cannabis is the third most commonly used drug globally, after alcohol and nicotine."
Physicians for Healthy Communities
Jul 25, 20221 min read
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New studies suggest cannabis users are over 20% more likely to visit the ER
According to a new study, first published on June 27th in the peer-reviewed journal BMJ Open Respiratory Research, marijuana users are...
Physicians for Healthy Communities
Jun 28, 20221 min read
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Is weed also partly to blame for Matthew Hayes' death from an opioid overdose?
Many physicians believe increased availability and destigmatized use of marijuana is partly to blame for the surge in young adult deaths.
Physicians for Healthy Communities
Jun 15, 20222 min read
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IASIC Speaks at the 3rd Annual Teaching Cannabis Awareness & Prevention Conference
IASIC spoke at the third annual Teaching Cannabis Awareness & Prevention Awareness Conference hosted by Stanford University School of...
Physicians for Healthy Communities
Jun 10, 20221 min read
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Columbia University Study Reports a Major Increase in Cannabis Vaping for All Adolescents
A study conducted by Columbia University found that vaping has become the most popular delivery method for cannabis among adolescents
Physicians for Healthy Communities
May 19, 20221 min read
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What would data-driven policy suggest?
The Rutland Herald commentary opened with the question: What would data-driven policy suggest regarding THC cannabis concentrate caps?
Physicians for Healthy Communities
May 11, 20221 min read
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Marijuana THC limits are for the purpose of public health and safety
A commentary submitted by Dr. Catherine Antley, a Burlington physician and member of the Vermont Medical Society.
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May 10, 20222 min read
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Don't Downplay the Risks of Rising Teen Marijuana Use - in Newsweek
The latest column from Dr. Kevin Sabet in Newsweek tackles the health harms to young people from downplaying the risk of marijuana use.
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May 4, 20221 min read
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