The Blunt Truth About Cannabis-Impaired Driving

About this episode

This episode discusses the health and safety risks associated with cannabis-impaired driving following its legalization in Rhode Island.

When Rhode Island voted to legalize cannabis use for adults in 2022, it signaled a shift in public attitudes toward the drug. But as cannabis becomes more widely used, health and safety risks like impaired driving can be a serious concern. Make no mistake – driving under the influence is illegal and dangerous no matter the substance. However, studies have shown that cannabis may not be perceived in the same light as alcohol or other drugs. In this episode, Mark Schieldrop, of AAA Northeast, t...

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Philip Chan

Guest: Mark Schieldrop

Topics covered

• cannabis
• impaired driving
• public health
• legalization
• safety risks

Keywords

• cannabis
• impaired driving
• Rhode Island
• public health
• AAA Northeast

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: AAA Northeast

Places: Rhode Island

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