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CBD AND DELTA 8 PRODUCTS
Delta 8 products have soared in popularity.
Warnings about harms from their use, contaminated products, and poisonings in children have also increased.
— Concerns about delta 8 include the presence of unregulated chemicals or heavy metals.
— Potential side effects of using delta 8 include hallucinations, vomiting, tremors, anxiety, dizziness, and confusion.
— Similar to cannabis, children are more likely to experience severe toxicity from delta 8 poisoning.
Resources:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/consumer-health/expert-answers/is-cbd-safe-and-effective/faq-20446700
https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/5-things-know-about-delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol-delta-8-thc
https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-issues-warning-letters-companies-illegally-selling-cbd-and-delta-8-thc-products
https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/cbd-products-are-everywhere-but-do-they-work
For help and more information, contact:
Lauren McArdle, Ph.D., District 95 at 847-540-4973
or Sara Marx, LCPC, NCC, Ela Township at 847-540-8380
