Marijuana smoke contains more cancer-causing agents than tobacco smoke. The way in which marijuana is smoked deeply, inhaled and held in the lungs for a long period, enhances the risk of cancer. Combined with alcohol, marijuana can produce a dangerous multiplied effect. These substances initially produce feelings of euphoria often followed by drowsiness, nausea, and vomiting. An overdose may result in convulsions, coma, and death.
Tolerance develops rapidly and dependence is likely.
Some 170,000 people in the United States die each year from smoke-related coronary heart disease. Lung, larynx, esophagus, bladder, pancreas, and kidney cancer strike smokers at increased rates. Emphysema and chronic bronchitis are ten times more likely among smokers. Additional information concerning health risks may be found in the Health and Wellness office. You should also consult your personal physician about the health risks associated with drug and alcohol abuse.