While more research is needed to determine if smoking weed can cause lung cancer, we do know that inhaling any kind of smoke isnt good for the lungs. How Smoking Weed Causes Lung Damage According to the American Lung Association, smoking marijuana can damage the lungs, it can: Damage the cell linings of the lungs, which can lead to chronic cough, phlegm, upper respiratory infections, bronchitis or pneumonia Affect the immune system making it harder to fight disease and infection Expose the lungs to the same toxins and carcinogens as found in tobacco Weed has been shown to contain tar, similar to whats found in cigarettes
Use is restricted in schools and some public spaces
Companies that manufacture or sell e-cigarettes must present evidence to the FDA that their product is appropriate for the protection of the public health,' but sound data is at the heart of making that determination, says Andrew Hyland, PhD, Chair of the Department of Health Behavior at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
It's more than just unpleasant, it can also impact indoor air quality , occupants' health, and rental property value