Dr. Aaron Sibley says since the legalization of cannabis edibles last December, several young children have shown up at the ER, after accidentally ingesting the products. Dr. Christina Grant says more needs to be done to help bring awareness to the risks associated with children and cannabis edibles. "Probably one of the more concerning features of cannabis toxicity in young children is actually difficulty with their breathing.... Marketing rules and regulationsBefore the legalization of cannabis edibles, the CPS lobbied Health Canada to prevent manufacturers from producing edibles that look like candy, and would appeal to children. "The regulated producers of cannabis products in Canada supply their products according to strict regulatory standards designed with the safety of kids in mind.

Source: CBC News October 09, 2020 22:52 UTC