Cannabis Use Among U.S. Seniors Has Surged 46% in Just Two Years

Source: Google News - HealthMarijuana use among U.S. adults aged 65 and older has climbed to a record 7%, up nearly 46% from 2021 to 2023. The trend is especially pronounced among college-educated, married, and higher-income individuals—particularly women. Usage also rose more in states with legalized medical marijuana and among seniors with chronic health conditions. Researchers urge caution because cannabis use can interact with age-related changes and complicate...