Novel study shows pattern of cannabis use impacts postop recovery

Recent years have seen a relaxation of laws in multiple US states around the use of medical and non-medical cannabis, prompting ongoing research into the effects of cannabis on health. Now, a first-of-its-kind study has found a connection between diffe… Continue reading Novel study shows pattern of cannabis use impacts postop recovery

Daily cannabis use linked to spike in coronary artery disease

The pros and cons of marijuana usage are complicated, and are constantly being updated as new research emerges and the drug gains popularity thanks to decriminalization legislation. Unfortunately for fans of the drug, a new study led by researchers at … Continue reading Daily cannabis use linked to spike in coronary artery disease

Gaize is like a VR-based breathalyzer for drug use

While breathalyzers make it quick and easy to tell if someone is drunk, it takes more time and effort to determine if they’re intoxicated by drugs such as cannabis. A new device known as Gaize could reportedly soon change that.Continue ReadingCategory:… Continue reading Gaize is like a VR-based breathalyzer for drug use

Study provides new understanding of how CBD reduces epileptic seizures

Over the last 20 years, the use of cannabidiol (CBD) to treat epileptic seizures has gained traction, particularly where anti-seizure medications have failed. CBD’s anticonvulsant properties are well-known; however, a new study has highlighted a previo… Continue reading Study provides new understanding of how CBD reduces epileptic seizures

CBD oil proves no better than placebo for cancer pain and distress

Newly published results from a clinical trial testing the effects of cannabidiol (CBD) oil on symptoms of pain and distress in cancer patients suggest the popular product may be no more effective than a placebo. The findings add to an inconclusive body… Continue reading CBD oil proves no better than placebo for cancer pain and distress

CBD oil proves no better than placebo for cancer pain and distress

Newly published results from a clinical trial testing the effects of cannabidiol (CBD) oil on symptoms of pain and distress in cancer patients suggest the popular product may be no more effective than a placebo. The findings add to an inconclusive body… Continue reading CBD oil proves no better than placebo for cancer pain and distress

Trial finds increasing CBD levels does not make cannabis safer

Research indicates high levels of CBD in cannabis will not buffer a user from the potential adverse effects of THC intoxication

The results of a fascinating clinical trial challenge popular assumptions regarding “safer” strains of cannabis. The research found higher levels of cannabidiol (CBD) do not negate any potential adverse effects from smoking cannabis.

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Cannabis legalization in US projected to cost big pharma billions

New research from a team of economists has estimated the legalization of medical and recreational cannabis over the past 25 years has cost pharmaceutical companies billions of dollars in lost sales. And, if the US were to legalize cannabis across the w… Continue reading Cannabis legalization in US projected to cost big pharma billions

Cannabis legalization in US projected to cost big pharma billions

New research from a team of economists has estimated the legalization of medical and recreational cannabis over the past 25 years has cost pharmaceutical companies billions of dollars in lost sales. And, if the US were to legalize cannabis across the w… Continue reading Cannabis legalization in US projected to cost big pharma billions