Marijuana products, or cannabis products, come in a variety of forms. There are health risks associated with using cannabis regardless of how it is used. Cannabis use may have a wide range of health effects on the body and brain.

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Marijuana use during pregnancy is a no go!

Chemicals in cannabis (specifically tetrahydrocannabinol, known as THC) pass through your system and can harm your baby. Some research shows that using marijuana can affect your child's development - changing their ability to pay attention or to learn, which can impact them their entire lives.

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Using cannabis, or being under the influence, while driving is dangerous and illegal.

THC affects the area in the brain that controls body movements, balance, coordination, memory and judgement - all functions that are needed to drive safely! THC can slow reaction time and impair coordination and perception in case of a quick lane change or judging distance, leading to accidents causing injury or death.

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For more information on marijuana and driving in Michigan click here: Marijuana & Driving (michigan.gov)

Safe storage can help lower the risk of marijuana accidentally being ingested.

Cannabis products should always be stored out sight and reach of children. Other safe storage tips include:

1. Making a list of cannabis products in your home. Knowing exactly what you have in your home can help in case of accidental ingestion.

2. Store cannabis products in their original containers and keep the label. Labels will have important information including how much THC is in the product. Labels also lower the risk of someone ingesting marijuana not knowing what it is.

3. Keep cannabis locked up. Consider using a safe or lockbox with a combination lock or keypad.

Source: Safe Storage (ct.gov)