
Cornell University study shows a decline in prescription medicines in US states with legal adult-use cannabis
A Cornell University research program, reviewing Medicaid patient data over the past decade in 10 states and Washington DC where recreational marijuana has been legalized, has found that drug prescriptions for anxiety, sleep, pain and seizures have fallen as a result of cannabis legalization, going beyond the findings of similar studies about the impact of cannabis on prescription medicine usage.
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Washington "Joints for Jabs" Campaign Offers Marijuana To Promote Vaccinations
The state of Washington’s new “Joints for Jabs” campaign offers free marijuana joints to promote vaccinations.
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Remembering The Incredible Life of Charlotte Figi
Charlotte Figi, the amazing girl who brought national attention to the issue of medical cannabis passed away on Tuesday, April 7th at the age of 13.
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Exploring The Potential For Cannabis Anxiety Treatments
Over 40 million Americans suffer from anxiety. Some patients have begun to use cannabis anxiety treatments to treat some of the crippling side effects.
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NHS Approves Two Medicines Derived From Cannabis in England
This week, the NHS approved two cannabis-derived medicines for the first time. It is a positive step for the future of legal cannabis in England.
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Dr. Raphael Mechoulam Continues His Cannabis Research
Dr. Raphael Mechoulam has continued his cannabis research and made discoveries that help to create an understanding of the benefits of the cannabis plant.
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Research Suggests CBD Depression Treatment May Be an Option
A number of studies have researched if CBD has potential as a treatment for depression and other mental health ailments. The results are promising.
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New Study Reviews Effects of Using Cannabis During Pregnancy
A new large scale study about the effects of using cannabis during pregnancy has been released by the Journal of the American Medical Association.
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Veterans Turning to Medical Cannabis Over Alcohol or Prescription Drugs
Many veterans believe cannabis to be a safer alternative to alcohol and addictive drugs, but many are not receiving medical advice related to cannabis.
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Treating Brain Injury With CBD May Become A Reality
There is yet no known cure for TBI. Some scientific evidence that suggests a CBD brain injury treatment may relieve some of the side effects.
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What Is Driving The Increasing Popularity of CBD
The popularity of CBD has grown due in large part to research that the compound has a number of medicinal uses and relatively few negative side effects.
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How Cannabis and Fitness Can Work Together for Your Health
Understanding the relationship between cannabis and fitness is key to unlocking the plant’s myriad of beneficial affects to those who work out regularly.
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Study Suggests Medicinal Benefits of THC May Outweigh Those Of CBD
Researchers at the University of New Mexico published a study that found the medicinal benefits of THC are proving more therapeutic than originally thought.
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Trouble sleeping? Try CBD to help get better sleep.
Do you have trouble sleeping? A newly published report indicates that CBD can help improve sleep, especially for those suffering from anxiety.
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Lawmakers Introduce Florida Cannabis Legalization Bill
Recently, a Democratic representative introduced a bill that would completely legalize cannabis in the…
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THCV: How cannabis can help with weight loss
Studies are finding that THCV can help with weight loss as an appetite suppressant and help reduce body weight by increasing energy expenditure.
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Examining Who Uses Medical Cannabis Treatments and Why
Medical cannabis treatments are being used often. A survey conducted in California found that people are using cannabis to treat a variety of conditions.
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CBD Seasonal Affective Disorder Treatment Provides Hope
CBD seasonal affective disorder treatment options could work to help alleviate some of the crushing symptoms of seasonal affected mental health conditions.
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Doctors Can Now Prescribe Cannabis Drug Epidiolex in All 50 States
The ability for doctors to prescribe Epidiolex throughout America makes it the first pharmaceutical cannabis drug, that is legal in every state.
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How Cannabis Reduces Opioid Prescriptions
A recently released study from the University of California-San Diego and Weill Cornell Medical College found that cannabis reduces opioid prescriptions.
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Cases Of Cannabis Poisoning Pets Rise After Cannabis Legalization
Over the past 6 years, the Veterinary Services Poison Helpline saw a 448 percent increase in calls about cannabis poisoning pets after accidental ingestion.
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Medicinal Cannabis Compound CBD Is The Advil Of The Cannabis Plant
CBD, or cannabidiol, is quickly becoming one of the most well-known compounds found within the cannabis plant. It has many non-psychoactive health benefits. Keyword: cannabis compound CBD
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Medical Marijuana In NBA Supported By Former Commissioner David Stern
Player use of medical marijuana in the NBA has always been against league policies. Former commissioner David Stern believes the NBA needs cannabis reform.
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Study Suggests Cannabis Lowers Obesity Rates
Most think cannabis induced munchies are bad for health. But a new study supports the theory that cannabis lowers obesity rates.
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