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This study found that cannabinol appears to increase morbidity and increase mortality in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Comment: Cannabinoids are popular given recent relaxation of legal restrictions, and touted to help or cure a myriad of conditions. However, we need to proceed cautiously and stick with objective research findings prior to recommending cannabinoids for people with COPD.



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