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Check out the Vive 18 podcast. In this episode of the Drug Prevention Power Hour, host Jake White speaks with Joe Eberstein, Director of Community Engagement for the Center for Community Research and the San Diego County Cannabis Public Health Initiative. They discuss the pressing issues surrounding drug prevention, particularly the fentanyl crisis, the implications of cannabis consumption lounges, and the importance of education and community engagement in prevention work. Joe shares insights on effective prevention strategies, the need for uplifting programs, and the role of data in informing their initiatives. They also address misconceptions about cannabis, the mental health implications of its use, and the importance of media advocacy in raising awareness about these critical issues.
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A new public service announcement (PSA) highlights the dangers of mislabeled THC products. From unintentional overconsumption to impaired driving, mislabeled potency levels can lead to intense and potentially dangerous experiences.
Accurate labeling is crucial for safe, responsible use—know what you’re consuming to protect yourself and others. Parents and caregivers need to be aware of the risks of mislabeled THC products and ensure that all products that may contain cannabis are kept secure and out of reach of children. You can find more information at www.sdsheriff.gov/resources/THC.
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The San Diego County Sheriff’s Office is raising awareness about the growing issue of THC products being mislabeled and deceptively marketed to children. Watch Sheriff Kelly A. Martinez host a news conference held on October 25, 2024. She was joined by District 2 County Supervisor Joel Anderson and Natalie Laub, M.D. of Rady Children’s Hospital. Representatives from the San Diego County Chiefs' and Sheriff’s Association, California Department of Alcohol and Beverage Control (ABC), Neighborhood Market Association (NMA), Center for Community Research, Mano A Mano Foundation and SAY San Diego were also in attendance at the news conference.
THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is the active compound in cannabis that causes the high sensation. Many food products or edibles such as candy, chocolate, cookies, brownies, and drinks claim to have little or no THC, but the San Diego County Sheriff's Regional Crime Laboratory's tests found they contain high levels of the drug. The consumables are sold at gas stations, smoke shops, convenience and liquor stores, dispensaries, and even major retail stores. They are often packaged in flashy, colorful designs meant to attract children and can lead to accidental consumption.
Parents and caregivers need to be aware of the risks of mislabeled THC products and ensure that all products that may contain cannabis are kept secure and out of reach of children. You can find more information at www.sdsheriff.gov/resources/THC.
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Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is a gastrointestinal condition associated with frequent and long-term use of cannabis (marijuana).
CHS causes acute onset of recurrent episodes of severe nausea, bouts of vomiting, and intense abdominal pain that last less than 1 week. The symptoms typically start abruptly within 24 hours of the last cannabis use. People with CHS often report temporary relief of symptoms when taking hot showers or baths, which may lead to compulsive bathing
Although the exact number of people with CHS is unknown,based on emergency department surveys, CHS is estimated to affect about 2.75million people in the US yearly. From 2017 to 2021, emergency department visitsfor CHS doubled in the US and Canada and were most common among males aged 16to 34 years.
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