New Study Finds Significantly Increased Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke Among Cannabis Users New Study Finds Significantly Increased Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke Among Cannabis Users Josh Klapperick / Wednesday, October 1, 2025 0 72 Cannabis use increases the risk for heart attack and stroke, including among young people with no prior history of cardiovascular issues, according to a new study. Researchers analyzed data on 200 million people aged 19 to 59 and found that cannabis users had a 29% higher risk of heart attack and 30% higher risk of stroke compared to nonusers. Cannabis users were also twice as likely to die from cardiovascular disease. Read more
Share Clear Messaging During Birth Defect Awareness Month to Help Prevent Lifelong Effects Share Clear Messaging During Birth Defect Awareness Month to Help Prevent Lifelong Effects Kim Simpson / Thursday, January 2, 2025 1 7514 January is Birth Defects Awareness Month, a call to action for social workers to share a key message: for a healthy pregnancy, it is safest to avoid alcohol, smoking, and other recreational drugs. Read more
We’re Listening: Tell Us About Your Work with Clients on COVID-19 Vaccines We’re Listening: Tell Us About Your Work with Clients on COVID-19 Vaccines Kim Simpson / Monday, July 1, 2024 0 14168 Do you have eight minutes to help your fellow social workers? We want to know your thoughts on discussing COVID-19 vaccines with clients, and your experience with NASW’s Connect to End COVID-19 initiative. Read more