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However, new research warns of the harms of marijuana use after finding that the drug may have negative implications for cardiovascular health.<\/p>\n<p>New research has found a link between marijuana use and greater cardiovascular risk.<\/p>\n<p>From an analysis of more than 20 million health records across the U.S., researchers have uncovered a link between marijuana use and an increased risk of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/7624.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">stroke<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/156849.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">heart failure<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/316242.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"button\">For more <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Written by Honor Whiteman&nbsp;&nbsp; Published: Friday 10 March 2017 In the United States, marijuana is becoming increasingly legalized for medicinal or recreational purposes. However, new research warns of the harms of marijuana use after finding that the drug may have negative implications for cardiovascular health. 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