Safety
Cannabis
Sources
The Guide to Safer Cannabis Consumption. New York State Office of Cannabis Management. LearnAboutCannabisWA.org, University of Washington Addictions, Drug & Alcohol Institute (ADAI) Cannabis Concentration and Health Risks. A report for the Washington State Prevention Research Committee (PRSC)
Basics
Cannabis
Cannabis Basics
What is Cannabis? Cannabis, also known as marijuana, weed, or pot, generally refers to the dried leaves, flowers, stems, and seeds from the cannabis plant (plant family Cannabaceae). ... read more Types of Products Cannabis can be consumed, inhaled, or applied to the skin. The method of use and THC
Basics
Cannabis
Is it a Legal Product? How to Know
For those not familiar with the legal cannabis system, it may be difficult to know whether you are buying a legal product. Here are some things to keep in mind. Are you buying from a licensed retailer? There are over 500 licensed cannabis stores across the state. If you aren’t sure if a store is
Health
Cannabis
Use for Medical Purposes
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) oversees the state’s medical cannabis program. Conditions that qualify for obtaining medical cannabis authorization from a medical provider are listed on the DOH website. The website also contains more information for patients and consumers
Basics
Liquor
Health
Alcohol’s Effect on Individuals
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) BAC is the amount of alcohol that is present in the bloodstream. For example, having a BAC of 0.10 percent means there is about one drop of alcohol for every 1,000 drops of blood present in the body. At certain BAC levels, alcohol alters a person’s visual functions
Liquor
Safety
Ways to Reduce Risks
Excessive drinking is linked to many health and behavioral problems. (To learn more, see Alcohol and Your Health.) Anyone can take steps to reduce these risks. Keep track of how much you drink. Know what a standard drink size is to accurately count your drinks. (See Alcohol Basics.) Do not consume
Basics
Liquor
What Is Alcohol and Why Is It Regulated?
Alcohol is produced naturally by the fermentation of yeast, sugars, and starches found in grains, fruits, and vegetables. An additional process of evaporation and condensation is used to create distilled spirits and liquor. The alcohol content of distilled spirits is greater than that of beers and
Cannabis
Resources
When cannabis was legalized for adult use in 2012 by voters (Initiative 502), the law included funding for a website that would have science-based information for the public. The website, LearnAboutCannabisWA, offers information on a variety of topics. These include: Health effects Products and
Liquor
Safety
Safe Liquor Storage
According to the 2018 Washington Healthy Youth Survey, of those students who reported getting alcohol in the past 30 days, 46% of 8th graders and 31% of 10th graders got it at home with, or without permission. Put alcohol in a locked cabinet to keep it out of the reach of minors. This is especially
Basics
Cannabis
Reading a Product Label
In addition to the business information for the cannabis producer or processor, labels on cannabis packaging must provide specific information to help you understand some aspects of the product you are buying. The first step is knowing the terms on the label and why that information is important
Basics
Liquor
Health
Levels of Drinking
Drinking in moderation According to the “Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025,” U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Department of Agriculture, adults of legal drinking age can choose not to drink or to drink in moderation by limiting intake to two drinks or less in a day for
Liquor
Laws
Safety
If You Are Under 21
Zero Tolerance Law In Washington State if you are under the age of 21, you don’t even have to be “buzzed” to be busted while driving. On your first offense with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of .02-.07 percent, you could lose your license for 90 days. On a next offense, you could lose your