Pubdate: Thu, 23 Oct 2014 Source: Denver Post (CO) Copyright: 2014 The Denver Post Corp Contact: http://www.denverpost.com/ Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/122 Author: Mikaila Cutone-dion Referenced: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v14/n820/a04.html Re: "Edibles ban proposed then quickly shelved," Oct. 21 news story. MARIJUANA EDIBLES AND CHILDREN It seems hard to believe that many forms of edible marijuana are made to look like candy and treats that children often eat, yet the public is supposed to believe that the marijuana industry isn't marketing to the youth. It has been reported that nine children have been treated at local hospitals after ingesting marijuana edibles. Further, one college student jumped off of a balcony after eating a cookie that contained marijuana. Now, parents are being warned more than ever before to check their children's Halloween The Growing Kitchen candy, suggesting in Boulder. Brennan that if they see any Linsley, Associated Press file thing that looks unfamiliar or strange, it could be a form of edible marijuana and should be thrown out. For these reasons and for the health and safety of all youth in Colorado, banning edible marijuana seems like the clear choice. It would be really refreshing to see the marijuana industry take a proactive approach to dealing with the social issues and unintended consequences legalization brings. If adults choose to use edible marijuana (or any other form, for that matter), it is their responsibility to protect children from it. However, kids will be kids and they will be tempted to eat something that looks like a gummy bear or a cookie. The marijuana industry should not worry about what they are legally expected to do, but should be at the forefront of creating packaging that is as childproof as possible. Do we have to drag the marijuana industry kicking and screaming to the table like we did with the tobacco and alcohol industries? It's about our children, for crying out loud! Mikaila Cutone-dion, Lakewood - --- MAP posted-by: Jay Bergstrom