The gray wave has officially rolled into Massachusetts cannabis shops, and it is spending real money. Across the state, older shoppers have quietly turned into one of the most dependable customer groups, reaching for edibles, tinctures and higher-priced “wellness” products to handle pain, sleep problems and anxiety. Retailers say the shift is modest but constant, with regulars in their 50s, 60s and 70s now coming in for products that were once only available in the shadows. Clinicians, however, warn that the surge comes with real risks when people self-medicate without medical guidance or underestimate the strength of today’s products.
Numbers Tell The Story
State data show daily cannabis use among 56- to 65-year-olds jumped about 70% from 2019 to…..