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More lethal than car accidents, cancer, or acts of violence, cardiovascular disease is the number one leading cause of death in the United States. According to the American Heart Association, heart disease caused nearly a quarter of all deaths in Massachusetts in 2010 – five times more fatalities than stroke, about eight times more than Alzheimer’s disease and nearly 12 times more than diabetes mellitus.
There’s no disputing the fact that cardiovascular disease is a serious and widespread health issue in Massachusetts – the question is whether marijuana is safe for people who have already been diagnosed. While marijuana has health benefits for many medical conditions, patients diagnosed with heart disease or high blood pressure should consult with a doctor before exploring Cannabis treatments.
CANNABIS HEALTH RISKS:
CARDIOVASCULAR PROBLEMS