article_snippet.sent: "Spice" and other similar synthetic drugs are often marketed as legal plant material coated with chemicals that are supposed to mimic the effects of marijuana, according to a statement from the governor's office.
article_snippet.sent: Since the exact compounds contained in synthetic cannabinoid products change so frequently, it's often impossible for users to know exactly what they are putting in they body," acting New York State Health Commissioner
article_snippet.sent: Symptoms after use have a wide range of severity, from confusion, drowsiness and headaches to increased heart rate, seizures and loss of consciousness, according to the New York State Department of Health.
article_snippet.sent: Synthetic marijuana is popular among teens because Synthetic marijuana is marketed as incense or natural products to "mask Synthetic marijuana true purpose," a statement from the governor's office said.
article_snippet.sent: Young people may be fooled into thinking that these substances are safe because Young people are sold over the counter or are in colorful packaging, but Young people are not made for human consumption," New York Alcohol and Substance Abuse
article_snippet.sent: They are dangerous and can have significant, long-term effects on the brain.
article_snippet.sent: Mississippi health officials are also concerned that synthetic marijuana is on the rise.