New study reveals a strong link between cannabis use and later tobacco addiction among teens and young adults. Researchers found that cannabis use could be responsible for about 13% of all new cases of regular tobacco use in the US. The study suggests a 'reverse gateway' effect, where cannabis use might lead to starting other addictive habits like tobacco. Health experts are now rethinking how to communicate the long-term impacts of cannabis and tobacco use to young people.

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