New scientific evidence suggests health damage to young people who reveal cannabis ashume and cardiovascular effects under the 1950s
Cannabis: From recreation recreational substance to a concrete clinical risk
For a long time is the debate about the use of hemp It was almost exclusively focused on its neuropsychiatric effects, often underestimated or even trivialized in public opinion.
However, new scientific data is now the emphasis on another crucial aspect: the direct link between consumption of cannabis and severe cardiovascular disease, including heart attacks, strokes and arrhythmias, even with apparently healthy young adults.
This was confirmed by the vice president of theOrder of Doctors of Rome” Stefano de LilloReferring to a series of recent studies conducted in the United States, which do not leave any room for ambiguous interpretations.
American studies: a risk that is six times greater than a heart attack
The evidence presented at the congress of theAmerican College of Cardiology (March 2025) and published in magazines such as Jacc Advances E Journal of American Heart Association They speak clearly. People younger than 50 who Consume cannabis They have up to six times more chance of a heart attack than non -consumers.
Sporadic use is also dangerous, which increases the risk of ischemic events of 25% and that of a stroke by 42%. The danger is more marked in men under 55 years of age and in women younger than 65, which emphasizes how young people and apparent good health do not offer protection.
Therapeutic cannabis and atrial fibrillation: a further alert
Another study conducted in Europe, published onEuropean Heart JournalHas expressed concern, even for the therapeutic use of cannabis. Patients treated with cannabinoids for medical purposes have shown a double risk of developing atrial fibrillation compared to those who do not use it.
In addition to endangering heart function, this condition is closely related at the start of the brain stroke. Even in the clinical field, a careful assessment of the benefits and risks with regard to the intake of cannabinoids is necessary.
A dedication to prevention: the response of the order of Doctors of Rome
The order of Rome doctors responded to these alarms with the establishment of a committee for the prevention of addictions, in particular aimed at teenagers. The aim is to raise awareness among young people, families and teachers through educational programs in schools, sports centers and speakers.
De Lillo underlines the importance of involving the entire community -medics, media, institutions and citizens -to stop considering “light” A substance that can cause serious and permanent damage in the light of current knowledge.