Physicians for Healthy Communities

Physician-led nonprofit organization that provides education on the science of prevention to improve public health and to prevent addiction and mental illness.

[Physicians for Healthy Communities @physiciansvt]

Keeping Marijuana Candy Away from Children to avoid poisoning is a national issue and now rising rapidly in Vermont. Find out what can be done to reduce the risks. #vtpoli
https://t.co/akxo8uIYTl

[Toula Kourgiantakis @DrKourgiantakis]

A tragic story of a mother being stabbed by her son who had cannabis-related psychosis. Many examples in this story of the family being excluded from treatment even though they could see their loved one's state worsening. @FARCANADA
https://t.co/Id9zoOssP4 via @lp_lapresse

[ellen snelling @LNseven5]

Ban THC candy! Keep kids safe!
“Deputies responded to East St. John Preparatory Academy in LaPlace in reference to four juveniles being under the influence of THC edibles including one of the four being sent to a local hospital,” the sheriff’s office said. “The students’ ages are age 12, 11 and two 10-year-olds. ... The edibles were brought to school by an 11-year-old student, who also ate the drug while at school.”https://t.co/qBp1RRnDaT

[🌎 Every Brain Matters 🧠 @EveryBrainMatt]

In our latest newsletter, we address the critical issue of marijuana's impact on special education students, who often face systemic neglect. Our spotlight article emphasizes the need for awareness and advocacy to protect these vulnerable individuals from the pervasive drug culture. Join us in empowering families with authentic stories and resources for recovery. Learn more about our mission and advocacy efforts.
Read our newsletter here: https://t.co/H6CZRcQ74f

#SpecialEducation #MarijuanaAwareness #Advocacy #MentalHealth #EveryBrainMatters

[Jonathan Choe @choeshow]

GETTING CLOSE: The mom of 26 year old Danny Finnegan is in Seattle right now searching for her missing son.
He was just spotted a few days ago in the University District. There is a $10K cash reward. Let's bring Danny home.

[PopPot NY @PoppotNewYork]

Waterford, NY on June 29, 2024
Teen driver crashed and killed Kiera Ebert, 14, and seriously injured her 16-year-old brother.
"An investigation found that Hatlee was impaired by marijuana at the time, police said."
(Pot was the only drug)
https://t.co/85BYTxcXJ0

[Intl. Academy on the Science & Impact of Cannabis @IASIC3]

Spejcher had suffered an episode of cannabis-induced psychosis. This was agreed in criminal court and she was convicted of involuntary manslaughter — lessened from murder — for which she received a non-custodial sentence in March.

https://t.co/wCLByQYJjC

[Intl. Academy on the Science & Impact of Cannabis @IASIC3]

A positive association between cardiovascular disease mortality and heavy lifetime cannabis use was observed among females. Longitudinal studies are needed in general populations to investigate the potential effects of cannabis on mortality.

https://t.co/AvEtzvZPhJ

[Intl. Academy on the Science & Impact of Cannabis @IASIC3]

📢IASIC Speaker Series

The Intersection of High THC, Psychosis, Violence, and Suicide

Register now ➡️ https://t.co/yQvInI6RuB
#cannabis #violence #psychosis #suicide

[Intl. Academy on the Science & Impact of Cannabis @IASIC3]

Teens that had undergone hair toxicology testing, 23% of participants who used CBD products had THC in their hair, suggesting that some parents may be unknowingly giving their kids CBD products that contain THC. https://t.co/88SPeeCw9d

[MATFORCE @MATFORCEAZ]

One puff is too much.

https://t.co/TYVB8MrfYw

#stopvaping
#vape
#vaping
#juul
#puffbar
#nicotine
#addiction
#THC
#elfbar
#vapingkillsyou

[Intl. Academy on the Science & Impact of Cannabis @IASIC3]

💔https://t.co/zlhadQbcdR
#cannaibs #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

[Intl. Academy on the Science & Impact of Cannabis @IASIC3]

The expectations surrounding rescheduling are highly inflated.
1⃣ rescheduling still might not happen.
2⃣ rescheduling to a lower schedule under the CSA will not greatly improve the fortunes of the marijuana industry.
https://t.co/mW0Rvwnqq0

[Bobby Smyth @BobbySmyth4]

More evidence of Canada's "worst in the world" status regarding adolescent cannabis use

Prevalence of past month use highest of the 42 countries in new HBSC survey 2021/22, more than double the average

Why would any country contemplate copying Canada's cannabis policies?

[PediPsych @pedipsych]

Parental substance use leading to child abuse and neglect leading to child mental health problems leading to psychiatry appointment to "fix it." Hey @Mad_In_America, if you really want to reduce medication use, maybe devote a little bit of energy on stopping this cycle early?

[Physicians for Healthy Communities @physiciansvt]

Marijuana makes Vermont's roads more dangerous.

Today, we remember Richard Tom, 47, and Joseph Marshall, 17, of Vermont. Joseph was driving under the influence of marijuana when he crashed into Richard, who was riding his bike, killing them both.
https://t.co/MiSFGmPbiL

[Physicians for Healthy Communities @physiciansvt]

This is a very important critical testimony for the Vermont Senate Health and Welfare Committee.
Dr. Libby Stuyt, an addiction psychiatrist from Colorado, warns them to not expand access to high-potency cannabis products. Timestamp 1 hr 23 mins. https://t.co/CbzuRdUSJ0

[Intl. Academy on the Science & Impact of Cannabis @IASIC3]

Mixed findings on cannabis & PTSD

1⃣Treatment attendance was lower in COPE than other treatments, with no difference between those who used or did not use cannabis.

2⃣Participants with CUD had slower improvement in PTSD symptoms than those without CUD.

https://t.co/gkq6QBHnsw

[Intl. Academy on the Science & Impact of Cannabis @IASIC3]

90% of smokable hemp products are illegal.
https://t.co/z2re0EGWOs

[NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas @NBCNightlyNews]

As more states legalize recreational cannabis products, there’s been greater consumer demand for more powerful marijuana.

@tvkatesnow talks to a mother whose son experienced psychotic episodes that she blames on marijuana.

[Intl. Academy on the Science & Impact of Cannabis @IASIC3]

🗣️🥼 IASIC Speaker Series -- Register for free!

As more states make cannabis more readily available, two worlds collide with numerous drug interactions. This presentation will review their severity and impact.

Register here 👉https://t.co/q8kOP3uCng