From West Mercia Police:
We have recently been asked about the dangers of ‘liquid cannabis’, and what the difference between CBD and THC is.
As the legal use of hemp and other cannabis products grows, consumers are becoming more curious about their options. This includes cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), two natural compounds found in plants of the Cannabis genus.
CBD can be extracted from hemp or cannabis. Hemp and cannabis come from the Cannabis sativa plant.
CBD is used to treat a number of health conditions and can be legally purchased in store or online. CBD is sold in the form of gels, gummies, oils, supplements, extracts, and more.
THC is the main psychoactive compound in cannabis that produces the highsensation. It can be consumed by smoking cannabis. It’s also available in oils, edibles, tinctures, capsules, and more.
Both compounds interact with your body’s endocannabinoid system, but they have very different effects.
Whilst CBD products are legal, any products containing THC would be illegal.
The below article, released by Durham Police in September 2021 shows the dangers involved in vaping these substances.
“Officers are warning young people and their parents of a dangerous new trend involving vaping after one boy was left debilitated.
It is believed the teenager vaped a mixture of CBD and THC oil – a harmful concoction which can cause a range of nasty side effects.
Thankfully the teenager was at home at the time and was able to get help when he became unwell, but officers particularly want to warn any young people who may be offered or use the liquid.
A large quantity of the dull yellow liquid – is being sold in sport bottles and distributed in small, unlabelled bottles – has already been seized by police.
Remember, it is illegal to purchase e-cigarettes or associated products under the age of 18.
It is also illegal to be in possession of cannabis (containing THC) in any form.
For more information visit Cannabis: the facts – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
The full article can be read here: https://www.durham.police.uk/News/News-Articles/2021/September/Warning-over-dangerous-new-vaping-trend.aspx
