Kids and Cannabis: A Dangerous Rise | Columbus News

Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 2, 2026 · 1m

Kids under six are getting into cannabis edibles at alarming rates—with a staggering 3,300% spike in marijuana ingestions over the past 25 years. Nearly half of these cases involve edibles, and nationwide, exposure jumped over 2,300% between 2015 and 2024. Ohio saw a 53% increase last year alone, with 800 kids under 12 exposed. Experts warn these incidents are mostly preventable: lock products away, don’t leave them in bags or near food, and avoid using cannabis around children. While opioid ingestions rose briefly, the urgent message remains—secure your products. If you suspect poisoning…