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Differential Effects of Cannabis and Tobacco on Lung Function in Mid-Adult Life.

Abstract

Rationale: Evidence suggests that the effects of smoking cannabis on lung function are different from tobacco. However, long-term follow-up data are scarce and mostly based on young adults. Objectives: To assess the effects of cannabis and tobacco on lung function in mid-adult life. Methods: Cannabis and tobacco use were reported at ages 18, 21, 26, 32, 38, and 45 years in a population-based cohort study of 1,037 participants. Spirometry, …

Authors

Hancox RJ; Gray AR; Zhang X; Poulton R; Moffitt TE; Caspi A; Sears MR

Journal

American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Vol. 205, No. 10, pp. 1179–1185

Publisher

American Thoracic Society

Publication Date

May 15, 2022

DOI

10.1164/rccm.202109-2058oc

ISSN

1073-449X