Cannabis Use Soars as Alcohol Declines | Charleston News

Marijuana use in the U.S. is hitting record highs—with 17% of adults now smoking it, up from just 7% a decade ago—and edibles are surging too, as alcohol consumption plummets to its lowest level in decades. Experts debate whether cannabis is replacing booze, especially among younger adults, but data shows daily cannabis use is rising without a matching drop in heavy drinking. Stronger products and aggressive marketing fuel the trend, particularly among those under 50. As more states legalize, the real danger remains: impaired driving, whether from alcohol or weed, still poses a deadly risk on the roads. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/702b5333e5fb772a