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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Patient Story: Retired Marine Finds His Remedy
Two years ago Ryan Kohrig retired from the military. “It wasn’t easy.” He told…
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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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Examining the Potential Of CBD Autism Treatment
A study, published at the beginning of 2019, suggested that that CBD autism treatment in children may be successful in relieving disruptive symptoms.
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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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Pennsylvania Makes Anxiety A Medical Cannabis Qualifying Condition
In 2019, Pennsylvania added anxiety disorders to the list of medical cannabis qualifying conditions, making cannabis available to those with anxiety.
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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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CBD, the Next Superbug Treatment?
New research is emerging that CBD may be part of the next wave of antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections, including superbugs like MRSA.
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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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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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CBD For Dogs Becoming More Appealing to Pet Owners
CBD for dogs is becoming one of the more popular ways to keep man’s best friend in good health. Whether treating cancer or epilepsy, CBD may help dogs.
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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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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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U.S. Surgeon General Calls for Cannabis Reclassification
The United States is at the forefront of the battle for cannabis legalization. Though…
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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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What to Expect from the Cannabis Industry in 2019
As people around the world ring in the new year, it is important that…
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Months After FDA Acceptance, CBD Drug Epidiolex Gains DEA Approval
In June of 2018, the FDA approved, for the first time, a cannabis based drug. Epidiolex, is a CBD drug used to treat Dravet Syndrome.
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New Study Finds Seniors Using Cannabis at Increased Rates
A new study released Thursday found that rates of seniors using cannabis has risen in America and has hit what may have been an all-time high.
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Study Finds Majority Of U.S. Doctors Support Cannabis Research
The Journal of Clinical Oncology found that the majority of U.S. doctors studied support cannabis research and more information on medicinal cannabis.
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University of Michigan Poll Shows Older Americans Support Cannabis Legalization
A new poll shows that older Americans support cannabis legalization at a high rate. 80% of participants say they support medical cannabis use.
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