The COVID-19 cannabis health study: Results from an epidemiologic assessment of adults who use cannabis for medicinal reasons in the United States
Denise C. Vidot, Jessica Y. Islam, Marlene Camacho‐Rivera, Melissa B. Harrell, Devika Rao, Jennifer V. Chavez, Lucas G. Ochoa, WayWay M. Hlaing, Michelle Weiner, Sarah Messiah
Abstract
The majority of MCUs reported at least one preexisting chronic health condition. Over half report fear of COVID-19 diagnosis and giving the virus to someone else; yet only some switched from smoking to nonsmoking forms of cannabis. Clinicians may consider asking about cannabis use among their patients, particularly those with chronic health conditions.
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CannabisMedicineMental healthEffects of cannabisPandemicPsychiatryOdds ratioCoronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)Internal medicineCannabidiolDiseaseInfectious disease (medical specialty)Cannabis and Cannabinoid ResearchCOVID-19 and Mental HealthBipolar Disorder and Treatment