Effects of air pollution on adverse birth outcomes and pregnancy complications in the U.S. state of Kansas (2000-2015).

Neonatal mortality and morbidity are often caused by preterm birth and lower birth weight. Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and gestational hypertension (GH) are the most prevalent maternal medical complications during pregnancy. However, evidence on effects of air pollution on adverse birth outcomes and pregnancy complications is mixed.

Development of a Cannabis Assessment Tool (CAT-1) to measure current and lifetime marijuana use among older Veterans.

Objective: To develop a tool to assess current (past 30 days) and lifetime marijuana use in older Veterans.

Setting: US Veteran's Affairs Healthcare System.

Participants: 704 older Veterans were screened, 339 completed the initial survey, 100 completed the follow-up.

Risks and Benefits of Marijuana Use: A National Survey of U.S. Adults.

Background: Despite insufficient evidence regarding its risks and benefits, marijuana is increasingly available and is aggressively marketed to the public.

Objective: To understand the public's views on the risks and benefits of marijuana use.

Design: Probability-based online survey.