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THC From Cannabis Could Linger in Breast Milk For a Long Time


Cannabis use among breastfeeding parents in the US is increasing, and yet it's unclear how much of the drug ends up in breast milk, and for how long, let alone whether it's safe for newborns.

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THC lingers in breastmilk with no clear peak point