Publications by authors named "Savreen Saran"

Article Synopsis
  • This study examines how using both cannabis and nicotine vapes affects mental health symptoms (MHS) compared to using just one of the substances.
  • Researchers surveyed 492 adults about their vaping habits and related mental health, finding that dual users had worse MHS.
  • Results show that younger age and marital status influenced depression and stress levels in dual users, while having a medical cannabis card was linked to increased anxiety.
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Cardiovascular disease (CVD), including heart disease and stroke, continues to be the leading cause of death worldwide. Patients with mental health disorders, including schizophrenia (SCZ) are known to have an increased risk for CVD. Given the association with metabolic syndrome, patients with SCZ are often prescribed metformin and statins but its impact remains unsatisfactory.

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Background: Electronic delivery systems (e.g., vapes, e-cigarettes) are now popular modes of cannabis and nicotine administration that are often used by the same individuals; however, we still know little about dual nicotine and cannabis vaping.

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