Cannabis: An Emerging Occupational Allergen?

Ann Work Expo Health. 2020 Aug 6;64(7):679-682. doi: 10.1093/annweh/wxaa043.

Abstract

Cannabis is the most commonly used psychoactive drug. In recent years, Cannabis access has expanded for both medicinal and non-medicinal has grown. This is also marked with an increasing number of individuals gaining employment in this emerging industry. In this article, we briefly discuss the health hazards associated with Cannabis exposure with an emphasis on the potential for allergic reactions in workers who handle and process Cannabis plant.

Keywords: allergens; asthma; dermal exposure; immunoassays; microbial exposure.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Allergens
  • Cannabis / adverse effects
  • Humans
  • Hypersensitivity*
  • Industry
  • Occupational Exposure*

Substances

  • Allergens