What Should Consumers Do?
Given the growing evidence linking cannabis use to heart problems, health experts advise caution. Dr. Kamel recommends that clinicians routinely ask patients about cannabis use as part of their cardiovascular risk assessment. He also urges policymakers to ensure that consumers are adequately informed about the potential risks.
For individuals who use cannabis, it is essential to be honest with healthcare providers about consumption habits. “Patients should be forthcoming with their doctors and remember that we are their number one advocate, and having the full story matters,” Dr. Kamel said.