Is that candy or cannabis?
UVA Health’s Blue Ridge Poison Center advises families on what to watch for on Halloween.UVA Health’s Blue Ridge Poison Center advises families on what to watch for on Halloween. Read More
Edibles Surge In The Heartland: MariMed’s Play For Missouri And Illinois Cannabis Dominance
MariMed, a multi-state cannabis operator, is doubling down on its growth strategy by launching manufacturing operations in Missouri.MariMed, a multi-state cannabis operator, is doubling down on its growth strategy by…
Candy or cannabis? Experts warn parents to check their children’s bags on Halloween
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- In 2023, there were over 6,000 calls to U.S. poison centers about children ingesting cannabis edibles, a sharp increase from just 816 calls in 2018.CHARLOTTESVILLE,…
‘A steep increase’: Ohio sees alarming rise in children exposed to marijuana edibles
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‘A steep increase’: Ohio sees alarming rise in children exposed to marijuana edibles
Poison centers across Ohio, including at Cincinnati Children's, have reported a sharp spike in children falling ill after exposure to marijuana.Poison centers across Ohio, including at Cincinnati Children's, have reported…
Claim that there are “no deaths from cannabis use anywhere” is misleading
Cannabis (also known as marijuana or weed) is derived from the plant Cannabis sativa. It contains the chemical compound tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which is primarily responsible for the mind-altering effects of…
Halloween safety: Keeping cannabis edibles out of kids hands and bowls
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Halloween is just around the corner and kids are gearing up for this year’s spooky holiday. But, you have to remember that some sneaky snacks look…
Blue Ridge Poison Center: Parents cautioned about THC-laced edibles at home on Halloween
Rumors have arisen for years that dangerous drugs or poisons could be introduced into children’s Halloween candy. Rumors have arisen for years that dangerous drugs or poisons could be introduced…
Keeping children safe from cannabis edibles
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- Halloween means lots of treats, and the Blue Ridge Poison Center has some advice to help parents keep their children safe.CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) --…
Health Highlights | Protecting kids from cannabis
Key takeaways:When children eat cannabis edibles, they may suffer from vomiting, fatigue and hallucinations. Long term impacts could include breathing problems, seizures and intellectual deficits.If your child eats an edible,…