Alaska amends recommendations involving marijuana and driving

FAIRBANKS — A “Get the Facts about Marijuana” Web page published by the state of Alaska attempts to address health and social issues following the legalization of marijuana. But offering relevant and helpful information has proved challenging in the midst of the burgeoning cannabis culture — particularly regarding driving under the influence. 

The website — published by the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services — outlines health facts, tips for safe storage and talking with children, law basics and addiction resources regarding the active drug in marijuana, tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. 

A section of the website originally provided estimated timelines for safe driving after smoking pot. After noticing the timelines, which were taken from a review by the Colorado Department of Health & Environment,  the chief medical officer for the state of Alaska decided to alter the recommendations. 

The guidelines were generalized to eliminate timelines and to stress caution. 

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