Dr. Barry Dworkin

Young cannabis smoker’s stroke risk may double or it may not because this is an observational study with many confounding factors. More rigourous studies are required to determine if this is true.

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for November 12, 2019

Source:
Stroke risk may double in young pot smokers: study

Reference:
Marijuana Use Among Young Adults (18–44 Years of Age) and Risk of Stroke

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