People who have suffered a heart attack or received cardiac intervention should steer clear of marijuana. According to new research from the American Heart Association, smoking marijuana increases the risk of complications after cardiovascular procedures. Marijuana users were also more likely to be readmitted to the hospital for recurrent heart attack or coronary procedures.
As more countries continue to make recreational marijuana legal, people need to know the risks associated with the drug. The use of marijuana (also known as cannabis) is becoming more popular in the U.S. However, experts are warning about the potential risks for those with heart disease….