Evidence review raises concern about cannabis use in pregnancy

An updated systematic review finds that consuming cannabis while pregnant appears to increase the odds of preterm birth, low birth weight and infant death.

The study by researchers at Oregon Health & Science University published today in the journal JAMA Pediatrics.

The lead author is a physician-scientist who provides prenatal care for high-risk pregnancies at OHSU.

“Patients are coming to me in their prenatal visits saying, ‘I quit smoking and drinking, but is it safe to still use…

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