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An article published by The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) on Monday showed that use of marijuana among seniors is growing dramatically. In 2006, just 0.4% of seniors reported using pot. By 2015, that percentage had risen to 2.4%, and in 2018%, it was up to 4.2%.
With about 47 million seniors living in the U.S., that's roughly 2 million people over the age of 65 who are using pot. One of the reasons for the spike is due to the growing popularity and broader public acceptance of the drug. Dr. Benjamin Han, who co-authored the paper, stated that "What I'm seeing in my clinic are a lot of older adults who are very curious about cannabis to treat this or that chronic disease and symptoms."
Among the more concerning findings for the researchers was that cannabis use was up by an even greater amount -- 180% -- among seniors who have diabetes. And among seniors who also drink, the percentage of marijuana users rose from 2.9% in 2015 to 6.3% in 2018.
An article published by The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) on Monday showed that use of marijuana among seniors is growing dramatically. In 2006, just 0.4% of seniors reported using pot. By 2015, that percentage had risen to 2.4%, and in 2018%, it was up to 4.2%.
With about 47 million seniors living in the U.S., that's roughly 2 million people over the age of 65 who are using pot. One of the reasons for the spike is due to the growing popularity and broader public acceptance of the drug. Dr. Benjamin Han, who co-authored the paper, stated that "What I'm seeing in my clinic are a lot of older adults who are very curious about cannabis to treat this or that chronic disease and symptoms."
Among the more concerning findings for the researchers was that cannabis use was up by an even greater amount -- 180% -- among seniors who have diabetes. And among seniors who also drink, the percentage of marijuana users rose from 2.9% in 2015 to 6.3% in 2018.
Seniors are most likely to be using it for legitimate medical reasons though as opposed to simply wanting to get high.
Republicans still want to deny it but certain strains are a great alternative to opiates for chronic pain.
In related news there is a new air quality concern surrounding retirement communities. Apparently the smog in the AM and around 6:00pm is causing reduced visibility, increased appetites, and fits of laughter. Surprisingly it seems to cause a reduction in intake of pain and anxiety medication in these communities.
Lots of meds given to deal with lack of appetite, or arthritic pain. I'm going all in on the weed when it hurts for me to get up in the morning -- lol.
Finally older people are getting some comfort from meds that don't give them side effects they don't want.
Lots of meds given to deal with lack of appetite, or arthritic pain. I'm going all in on the weed when it hurts for me to get up in the morning -- lol.
Finally older people are getting some comfort from meds that don't give them side effects they don't want.
Edibles the way to go for sure -- lol.
Side effects, but also just the length and PAIN of the procedures in hospitals for simple things that weed can cure at MUCH less cost.
The republicons don't like their pharma corporations missing opportunities...
A natural plant that’s medicinal is discouraged? Why. A slight buzz as side effect? Heaven forbid Let’s not help people if they can feel better and have a giggle at the same time.
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