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Study Examines Effects of Prenatal Cannabis Use

"As we continue to learn about the potential harms and benefits of prenatal cannabis use, clinicians must provide coordinated, nonstigmatizing care and education to support pregnant individuals in making informed decisions about cannabis use," noted study authors.

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    Prenatal cannabis use may increase risks of gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, and placental abruption; decrease the risk of gestational diabetes.

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    Study sample included 316,722 pregnancies in Northern California.

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    Associations were found with maternal health outcomes.

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    No associations with prenatal cannabis use and certain conditions and severe maternal morbidity.

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    Study funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse.

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    Study highlights the need for continued research on prenatal cannabis use and maternal health.

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Study Examines Effects of Prenatal Cannabis Use

"As we continue to learn about the potential harms and benefits of prenatal cannabis use, clinicians must provide coordinated, nonstigmatizing care and education to support pregnant individuals in making informed decisions about cannabis use," noted study authors.

  • by Conexiant News Staff

  • July 23, 2024

  • 3 min

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