Winnipeg Free Press By: Editorial | Posted: 7:00 PM CDT Friday, Apr. 23, 2021
Editorial
Beneath the all-consuming waves of the coronavirus pandemic, another deadly public health crisis has been festering in obscurity.
Beneath the all-consuming waves of the coronavirus pandemic, another deadly public health crisis has been festering in obscurity.
Last year, 372 people died of drug overdoses in Manitoba a horrifying 87 per cent spike over 2019 fatalities, according to data released by the office of the chief medical examiner last week. Behind those data points are parents, spouses, friends and family members who have been failed by government inaction.
Drug overdose deaths spike by 87 per cent in 2020
What we know about cannabis, COVID-19 and vaccines
What we know about cannabis, COVID-19 and vaccines
There’s some evidence to suggest that anti-inflammatory properties in weed can mute the effects of the virus, but the feds say don’t believe it By Enzo DiMatteo
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You just got your vaccine shot. You’re feeling great. Is it okay to celebrate with a joint? How long should you wait to fire one up?
Since COVID-19 is a respiratory disease, caution is advised. The research that’s out there suggests it’s a good idea to wait a few days after your shot to begin indulging – at least until the swelling in your arm is gone. Also, it will take a few days for any side effects from the vaccine (flu-like symptoms, for example) to subside.
What we know about cannabis, COVID-19, and vaccines There’s some evidence to suggest that anti-inflammatory properties in weed can mute the effects of the virus, but the feds say don’t believe it by Enzo DiMatteo on April 13th, 2021 at 10:00 AM 1 of 1 2 of 1
You just got your vaccine shot. You’re feeling great. Is it okay to celebrate with a joint? How long should you wait to fire one up?
Since COVID-19 is a respiratory disease, caution is advised. The research that’s out there suggests it’s a good idea to wait a few days after your shot to begin indulging at least until the swelling in your arm is gone. Also, it will take a few days for any side effects from the vaccine (flu-like symptoms, for example) to subside.