As marijuana becomes legal in more states (not in Texas), many people are asking if this means it’s safe.
Before you light up, be sure to get your facts straight. Remember: Just because something is legal doesn’t mean it’s harmless. Look at alcohol and tobacco!
Whether marijuana has health benefits that outweigh its risks is a question researchers are still working out. But here’s what we do know.
Topics: marijuana, health risks with marijuana
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