Unfortunately, it simplified a scientific discussion into a misleading headline
32 The authors recommend that carboxyhemoglobin (COHb) levels of the blood should be analysed at acute admissions with a shisha smoking history, presenting with nausea, vomiting, headache, and muscle lethargy
The study had the following to say: Lack of evidence for marijuana SHS causing acute cardiovascular harm is frequently mistaken for evidence that it is harmless, despite chemical and physical similarity between marijuana and tobacco smoke. In Conclusion In short, we would agree with Wolff et als assessment in their research review, stating, In light of this review, cannabis has to be considered as harmful and the cerebrovascular risk when cannabis is consumed is probably underestimated. Though almost all sources point out that more research is needed, it is undeniable that the physical effects of marijuana / pot on the heart, lungs, and brain are real
Cigarettes, and much more recently e-cigarettes or vapes, have actually been crafted to successfully deliver pure nicotine right into the body
