| Autor: |
Fahey, Margaret C., Walters, Kyle J., Benitez, Andreana M., Tomko, Rachel L., Kleykamp, Bethea A., McClure, Erin A. |
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Journal of Aging & Health; Jan2025, Vol. 37 Issue 1/2, p96-105, 10p |
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Objectives: To descriptively assess cannabis perceptions and patterns of use among older adult cancer survivors in a state without a legal cannabis marketplace. Methods: This study used weighted prevalence estimates to cross-sectionally describe cannabis perceptions and patterns of use among older (65+) adults (N = 524) in a National Cancer Institute-designated center in a state without legal cannabis access. Results: Half (46 %) had ever used cannabis (18% following diagnosis and 10 % currently). Only 8% had discussed cannabis with their provider. For those using post-diagnosis, the most common reason was for pain (44%), followed by insomnia (43%), with smoking being the most common (40%) mode of use. Few (<3%) reported that cannabis had worsened any of their symptoms. Discussion: Even within a state without a legal cannabis marketplace, older cancer survivors might commonly use cannabis to alleviate health concerns but unlikely to discuss this with their providers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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