Cannabis Use Surging in Older Adults, Risks Underestimated…

Cannabis Use Surging in Older Adults, Risks Underestimated Cannabis use among older adults is rising rapidly, but experts warn many do not realize today's marijuana is far more potent than the cannabis of the 1970s and 80s. A study published May 15, 2026, found cannabis use in adults over 65 has more than tripled in the past decade. Many older users assume marijuana is relatively harmless based on experiences from decades ago. But today's cannabis products contain THC levels 3-5 times higher th