Study highlights stroke risk linked to recreational drugs(Cannabis, Cocaine and Amphetamines), including among young users (www.cam.ac.uk)

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Our analysis suggests that it is these drugs themselves that increase the risk of stroke, not just other lifestyle factors among users —Eric Harshfield

The recreational drugs cannabis, cocaine and amphetamines significantly increase the risk of stroke – including among younger users – Cambridge researchers have concluded after analysing data from more than 100 million people.

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[-] XeroxCool@lemmy.world 2 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago)

What exactly is "mental impairment" in that chart? Is it permanent impairment or does it include temporary impairment, as in, being high as intended? LSD and Mushrooms sure look enticing with the UK's endorsement, but I'm not clear on their "health, mental impairment, and dependence" concerns