Cannabis Use Linked to Quadrupled Diabetes Risk: Study of 4 Million Adults
Cannabis use associated with quadrupled risk of developing type 2 diabetes, finds study of over 4 million adults, is a headline that certainly grabs your attention. It’s like a flashing warning sign, and the immediate thought is, “Woah, is that a real thing?” The study, which is currently only slated to be presented at a scientific conference and hasn’t undergone full peer review, suggests a significant association, but it’s important to unpack what that really means and not jump to conclusions. This study seems to be based primarily on patient-reported cannabis use and epidemiological data, which is a crucial detail to remember.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood