The University of Washington (UW) has identified a condition tied to chronic cannabis use that is now recognized as an official diagnosis by the World Health Organization (WHO). This development comes after UW researchers observed trends among individuals who frequently consume cannabis, leading to further investigation into the health impacts associated with prolonged use.
According to the University of Washington School of Medicine (UWSOC), doctors have been tracking a syndrome that appears more commonly in chronic cannabis users. The formal recognition by WHO signifies an important step towards understanding and addressing the potential long-term effects of frequent marijuana consumption.
In parallel, researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine are delving deeper into the genetic underpinnings of cannabis use through a large-scale study involving 23andMe. Their findings suggest that certain regions in the human genome may be linked to cannabis use and could also influence psychiatric, cognitive, and physical health outcomes.
