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SHADAC and UMN Cannabis Research Center (CRC) Release New Brief: Cannabis Use Across the States in the Early Legalization Era
In this brief, titled "Cannabis Use Across the States in the Early Legalization Era", we use data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) to understand how legalization may be impacting cannabis use prevalence between states and age groups.
Adult Excessive Alcohol Consumption Rate Trends in the United States
From pre-pandemic to during the pandemic, heavy alcohol use among Americans rose nearly 20%. This increase in drinking was sustained through 2022.
Sobering Statistics: Acceleration of Alcohol-Attributable Deaths Across the United States During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Alcohol attributable deaths have been rising since 2006. Alcohol death rates accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic - learn more about how this is affecting different demographic groups in our latest brief.
New Brief from SHADAC and UMN Cannabis Research Center: Using the Minnesota Student Survey to understand cannabis use and perceptions among high school students
As of 2023, Minnesota legalized cannabis for non-medical use by adults, becoming one of the now 24 states with such policies. Minnesota’s cannabis legislation limits legal cannabis use to adults aged 21 and older, similar to other states’ legislation for cannabis, tobacco, and alcohol use as well.… Read more
Understanding cannabis use and perceptions among Minnesota high school students
Most 9th and 11th graders report never having tried cannabis, but rates of recent use vary by demographic groups. In 2023, Minnesota became one of a growing number of states that have legalized cannabis for non-medical use by adults. When lawmakers crafted Minnesota’s legislation, they established… Read more
Cancer Screening Data: Adults Who Have Received Recommended Cancer Screenings by Coverage Type, Education Level, and Race/Ethnicity in 2022
Cancer screening for adults plays a pivotal role in early detection, increasing the chances of successful treatment and preventing thousands of cancer deaths.
Perceptions and Opinions Relating to Cannabis in Minnesota
Using data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), this brief explores people’s perceptions and opinions related to cannabis and cannabis use prior to its 2023 legalization in Minnesota. The brief begins with an overview of the context of cannabis policy and use in the United… Read more
Measuring Perceptions and Opinions on Cannabis Use and Access in Minnesota
Even before legalization, most Minnesotans reported that cannabis was easy to obtain; only one-third disapproved of use by adults
Public Health Implications of Cannabis Policy in Minnesota
This brief uses data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) to understand issues related to public health implications of Minnesota cannabis use prior to its 2023 legalization.
SHADAC and CRC Brief Provides Pre-Legalization Data on Minnesota’s Cannabis Landscape
 Even before legalization, cannabis use was rising in Minnesota  Cannabis policy in the United States has evolved during the past decade.
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