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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Study Finds Potential for CBD Coronavirus Treatment
In a surprising turn of events, a Canadian study has found promising evidence suggesting the potential for a CBD coronavirus treatment.
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Better Understand Cannabis With The Medical Cannabis Handbook
The newly released Medical Cannabis Handbook for Healthcare Professionals is one of the most thorough options to best understand medical cannabis.
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Presidential Candidate Joe Biden Perpetuates Cannabis Myths
Presidential candidate Joe Biden recently rehashed one of the most common cannabis myths. He called cannabis a “gateway drug” during a campaign event.
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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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Opioids and Medical Cannabis: An Update on the Latest Information
Medical Marijuana 411 values providing our readers with information about the latest cannabis related topics for educational purposes and not for the intention of advocacy. This is not an advocacy based organization. For ailment specific questions, please consult your primary care physician.
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Most CBD Products Online Are Mislabeled
Many medical marijuana patients are able to purchase CBD products online. A new study found that almost 70% of those products are mislabeled.
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Effective Use Of Cannabis For Asthma Treatment
The anti-inflammatory properties of Cannabis can help treat asthma, which causes lung inflammation. See how patients are using cannabis for asthma treatment.
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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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Melanoma Cannabis Treatment Helps Kill Cancer Cells
The rapid progression of melanoma make it the most dangerous form of skin cancer. A scientific study has shown effective melanoma cannabis treatment in mice.
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CBD For Opiate Withdrawal
President Trump declares the opioid epidemic a national emergency. An estimated three million Americans are addicted to opioids. There is evidence that CBD for opiate withdrawal can help ease this health crisis.
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Cannabis Treatment For Alcoholism
Alcoholism and alcohol abuse kill nearly 100,000 people a year. Traditional treatments often don’t work well. Learn about cannabis treatment for alcoholism.
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Marijuana Is Effective Treatment For Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms
For people with multiple sclerosis, each day can be a fight for any semblance…
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Marijuana Helps Crohn's Disease Symptoms
According to researchers, marijuana helps Crohn’s disease symptoms. Along with reduced symptoms, participants said their quality of life increased.
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Cannabis Is Best Treatment For Post-Traumatic Stress Syndrome
Marijuana is a common treatment for PTSD or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Cannabis helps counteract the symptoms of endocannabinoid deficiency from PTSD.
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Marijuana Legalization Vastly Lowers Opioid Hospitalization and Overdose
The opioid epidemic sweeping the United States killed nearly 35,000 people in 2015, according…
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Study Shows Cannabinoids Increase Effectiveness of Chemotherapy Drugs on Leukemia Cells
A study in the International Journal of Oncology found that combining certain cannabinoids can increase effectiveness of chemotherapy drugs on leukemia.
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Marijuana Before Exercise Can Boost Performance
No longer a “stoner” drug, using marijuana before exercise can provide the user with a noticeable boost in energy, output, and performance.
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Marijuana Can Be Used to Counteract the Effects of Aging in the Brain
A study is proving that medical marijuana can have a positive impact on age-related cognitive…
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Israeli Ministry of Health Begins Groundbreaking Marijuana and Autism Study
The Israeli Ministry of Health is beginning a hundred person study into whether or not CBD can be used to treat the symptoms of autism.
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Mexico Lawmakers Approve Medical Marijuana
Mexico lawmakers in the Mexican Chamber of Deputies approved the legal use of medical marijuana for patients and for scientific research.
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Republican Morgan Griffith Introduced Bill To De-Schedule CBD
Griffith introduced another similar bill in 2014 called “Legitimate Use of Medicinal Marijuana Act.” In 2015 Griffith introduced “Compassionate Access Act.”
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Medical Marijuana and Acute Pain Study
“Listen, don’t give me any of that oxycodone garbage. … I’m just going to…
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Marijuana Phenotypes And Genotypes
Genetics Of Marijuana Marijuana Phenotypes And Genotypes – With marijuana sometimes the same strains can have…
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