Cannabis-linked hospital admissions climb sharply in Victoria
Monash University research found cannabis-related hospital admissions in Victoria rose 49% between 2013 and 2023. Psychotic disorders were the most common primary diagnosis, accounting for 40% of admissions, and women and girls saw a 75% increase. The study analyzed nearly 40,000 admissions and noted many required multi-day stays or intensive care.
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