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Public Health, Regulation & Community Impact

This page shares research and public-health information from official sources such as the Maine Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP), the CDC, and the NIH. Our goal is to make reliable data accessible so Blue Hill residents can make informed decisions and explore trusted resources on their own.

Highlights

• Strict ID checks and licensing reduce youth access.

• CDC data show no rise in teen use after legalization; some measures have declined.

• Regulated markets require testing, potency controls, and age limits to reduce harm.

• Maine’s cannabis industry contributes jobs, licensing revenue, and local economic activity.

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More Resources

• Maine Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP): https://www.maine.gov/dafs/ocp

• CDC – Cannabis & Public Health: https://www.cdc.gov/marijuana

• NIH / NIDA – Cannabis Research: https://nida.nih.gov/research-topics/marijuana

• SAMHSA – Cannabis and Health: https://www.samhsa.gov/marijuana

• University of New England – Cannabis Education Programs: https://cannabiseducation.online.une.edu

Download the full Public Health FAQ (PDF)