44. Cannabis and CV Outcomes

44. Cannabis and CV Outcomes    In episode 44 we discuss the association between cannabis use and cardiovascular outcomes.    Jeffers AM, Glantz S, Byers AL, Keyhani S. Association of Cannabis Use With Cardiovascular Outcomes Among US Adults. J Am Heart Assoc. 2024 Mar 5;13(5):e030178. doi: 10.1161/JAHA.123.030178. Epub 2024 Feb 28.  We also discuss the DEA rescheduling cannabis, and the failure of the menthol ban.    Department of Justice: Justice Department Submits Proposed Regulation to Reschedule Marijuana     Stat News: Biden administration punts menthol cigarette rule indefinitely  ---  This podcast offers category 1 and MATE-ACT CME credits through MI CARES and Michigan State University. To get credit for this episode and others, go to this link to make your account, take a brief quiz, and claim your credit. To learn more about opportunities in addiction medicine, visit MI CARES.  ---  Original theme music: composed and performed by Benjamin Kennedy  Audio production: Erin McCue  Executive Producer: Dr. Patrick Beeman  A podcast from Ars Longa Media  ---  This is the Addiction Medicine Journal Club with Dr. Sonya Del Tredici and Dr. John Keenan. We practice addiction medicine and primary care, and we believe that addiction is a disease that can be treated. This podcast reviews current articles to help you stay up to date with research that you can use in your addiction medicine practice.     The best part of any journal club is the conversation. Send us your comments on social media or join our Facebook group.    Email: [email protected]   Facebook: @AddictionMedJC  Facebook Group: Addiction Medicine Journal Club     Instagram: @AddictionMedJC   Threads: @AddictionMedJC   Twitter/X: @AddictionMedJC   YouTube: addictionmedicinejournalclub    Addiction Medicine Journal Club is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. The views expressed here are our own and do not necessarily reflect those of our employers or the authors of the articles we review. All patient information has been modified to protect their identities.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices