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Daily cannabis use is linked to a higher risk of severe heart disease, similar to the risks faced by frequent cigarette smokers. Studies suggest a 34% increased risk of heart failure and a link to life-threatening brain and heart complications in older hospitalized patients with pre-existing cardiac and metabolic problems.
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