"The science is clear: Marijuana is safer than tobacco." Research shows that cannabis smokers do not face the same severe respiratory risks as tobacco users. A UCLA study found no elevated lung cancer risk for marijuana smokers, while tobacco smokers had a 20-fold higher risk. Other studies reveal cannabis smoke is less carcinogenic and may even have protective effects due to cannabinoids' anti-cancer properties. Although cannabis lacks the devastating effects of nicotine, some cultivars and components of cannabis products can still cause irritation, bronchitis, dry mouth (promotes dental risks), and hyperinflation."The science is clear: Marijuana is safer than tobacco."
— Dr Caplan (@drcaplan) June 27, 2024
Research shows that cannabis smokers do not face the same severe respiratory risks as tobacco users. A UCLA study found no elevated lung cancer risk for marijuana smokers, while tobacco smokers had a 20-fold higher risk.…
"The Science Is Clear: Marijuana Is Safer than Tobacco," Paul Armento, Daily Montanan, June 26, 2024.
"33 Ways Cannabis May Help Prevent Cancer: The Other 32," Ben Caplan, June 15, 2024. About the anti-cancer benefits of cannabis.
Re: hyperinflation: bit.ly/3zeJiqU.
