Since March 11, Arkansans have bought nearly $24.4 million worth of so-called “medical” marijuana, according an article published by KUAR.
The major increase in “medical” marijuana sales tracks with the COVID-19 outbreak — and public health officials encouraging Arkansans to stock up on supplies.
According to officials from Arkansas’ Department of Finance and Administration, some “medical” marijuana users appear to be spending upwards of $2,000 per month on marijuana, on average.
Like we have said before, marijuana is big business in Arkansas.
The state’s “medical” marijuana amendment is so open-ended that practically anybody can buy and use marijuana.
Marijuana use is tied to a host of health problems.
A 2019 study presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions found that marijuana addiction among young people is tied to increased risk of heart problems.
A second study found regular marijuana use increases a young person’s risk of suffering a stroke.
Marijuana use is tied to stroke as well as permanent loss in IQ and an increased risk for schizophrenia.
That’s part of the reason why the U.S. Surgeon General has issued warnings about marijuana.
As we have said for years: Marijuana may be many things, but “harmless” simply is not one of them.
