Even occasional marijuana use linked to higher stroke risk, study finds

Fox News · Khloe Quill · 2026-11-06 12:00 UTC

A study of nearly 450,000 adults found that both casual and heavy marijuana users faced higher odds of stroke and cardiovascular disease than non-users.

A new study of nearly 450,000 American adults links cannabis use to an increased risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease.

The findings, scheduled for presentation at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2026 in Chicago Nov. 6–9, show that both casual and heavy marijuana users have higher odds of heart conditions compared to non-users.

Researchers analyzed survey responses collected between 2020 and 2024 through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System.

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