Tag Archives: American Heart Association
A Sober Look at Marijuana: What the Latest Research Reveals
Think occasional marijuana use is harmless? Preliminary research linked cannabis use just 1–5 days a month to 40% higher odds of reporting a past stroke. As marijuana use rises, God’s warning is worth heeding. “Be sober-minded; be watchful” (1 Peter 5:8).
Posted in Drugs/Alcohol/Addictions
Tagged Aabha Divya, American Heart Association, American Journal of Psychiatry, cancer, cardiovascular disease, Colorado Department of Health, immune system, Johns Hopkins, Journal of Addiction Medicine, marijuana, Rocky Mountain High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area, stroke
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Never Have U.S. Health Professionals Been So Foolish
Last month, 74 US medical and public health groups released a “U.S. Call to Action,” declaring climate change a “true public health emergency” that can be solved by “urgent action.” The statement calls for a transition away from hydrocarbon energy and a move to a low-carbon economy. But actual weather and health trends don’t support either the alarm or the demanded actions.
Posted in Climate Change
Tagged American College of Physicians, American Heart Association, American Medical Association, Climate change, Dr. Judith Curry, Dr. William Keating, hydrocarbon energy, low-carbon economy, Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Palmer Drought Index, public health emergency, U.S. Call to Action
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