| Dispelling myths is important, but individuals, parents | | | | Fact #3: Marijuana is the #1 used illegal drug and |
| and society also need to know the cold hard facts | | | | many believe that it is harmless |
| about Marijuana usage. It can lead to problems lasting | | | | Marijuana is harmful and because it is the most |
| much longer than adolescence. Here are some facts | | | | commonly used illegal drug it is a real concern to |
| that you and your loved ones should know! | | | | society. No research has ever shown that smoking or |
| Fact #1: Five times more likely to have a heart | | | | eating Marijuana is safe for any purpose. Over time |
| attack | | | | the body can suffer the effects of Marijuana through |
| For up to one hour after smoking pot, the user is | | | | the lungs, kidneys, heart and reproductive system. |
| five times more likely to have a heart attack. This is | | | | Taking the time to know the facts is the most |
| because of the high concentration of chemicals and | | | | important step in stopping the habit or helping |
| also the effect on the heart and blood pressure. | | | | someone quit. Society needs to understand that |
| Fact #2: Higher risk of cancer | | | | Marijuana is not a harmless drug that the law is |
| Because Marijuana contains over 400 chemicals and is | | | | keeping from them for fun. It causes accidents, |
| twice as potent as a cigarette the risk of cancer | | | | health concerns and a general lack of concern for |
| doubles. Lung tissue is destroyed faster when | | | | others. It is a true concern for the public and the |
| smoking Marijuana leading to a higher risk of cancer | | | | best way to win the war is educating others. |
| and other breathing related diseases. | | | | |