New Study Links Cannabis Use to Cancer, Aging, and Birth Defects

Research from the University of Western Australia reveals cannabis as a genotoxic substance with potential transgenerational impacts.

Cannabis is identified as a genotoxic substance, potentially causing DNA mutations, increased cancer risk, and accelerated aging.
The study highlights a significant rise in testicular cancer risk among cannabis users, with a 2.6 times higher incidence.
Cannabis use is linked to severe birth defects, including cardiovascular and limb abnormalities, due to DNA mutations passed to offspring.
Researchers emphasize that cannabis potency has increased, with THC levels now reaching 25-30%, possibly exacerbating health risks.
The findings call for a reassessment of cannabis legalization policies, focusing on its long-term genetic impact across generations.