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Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends that pregnant women, those planning pregnancy, and breastfeeding women avoid cannabis use due to evidence linking it to adverse birth outcomes and developmental issues in children.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Daily Mail
A study warns that up to 280 million Americans are at risk of lifelong health issues due to arsenic in tap water, which can cause premature births, low birth weight, and developmental delays, with disparities observed across racial groups. Even levels below current EPA limits may pose risks, highlighting the need for stricter water safety measures.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
A new study has found that infants born to mothers who used marijuana during pregnancy were twice as likely to be underweight and nearly twice as likely to be premature compared to infants not exposed to cannabis. Cannabis-exposed infants were also 2.5 times more likely to be admitted to a neonatal intensive care unit. Prenatal exposure to cannabis can cross the placenta and bind to receptors in the fetal brain, potentially leading to adverse birth outcomes. While there was no increased risk of birth defects or infant death, marijuana use during pregnancy was associated with low birth weight and increased risks of developmental delays, ADHD, learning disabilities, emotional problems, and premature delivery. Experts advise pregnant women using marijuana to discuss the issue with their doctors and discontinue use due to concerns about impaired neurodevelopment and adverse effects on maternal and fetal health.