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New research suggests alcohol, not cannabis, is the real ‘gateway’ drug
Researchers say cannabis use before alcohol or tobacco is ‘rare’ and may even protect against future substance misuse issues.
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Cannabis can reduce liver damage caused by alcohol – study
Cannabinoids were shown to reduce toxicity in the liver caused by ethanol.
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Medical cannabis access linked to reduced alcohol sales – study
The findings suggest that cannabis is a ‘substitute’ for alcohol rather than a ‘complement’ to.
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Are teens ditching alcohol for cannabis? Study reveals major shifts in substance use
A 20-year US study shows alcohol abuse is declining while the consumption of cannabis edibles is on the rise.
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OPINION: ‘As a recovering alcoholic, cannabis has helped me immensely’
Casper James* says the plant has helped him recover from alcohol addiction and embrace his creativity.
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Cannabis no more of a risk than tobacco and alcohol – study
“In terms of mental health problems, cannabis appears to be at least as safe as the legal drugs alcohol and tobacco.”
Health
Canadian cannabis patients use less opioids and alcohol – study
Just under half of patients say they have reduced their use of other controlled substances.
Food & Drink
Euphoria, without the hangover? The new hemp-based, alcohol-free spirit
A new hemp-based ‘spirit’ – from the creators of Seedlip – claims to trigger the feelings of pleasure and relaxation which we look for in alcohol, without the unwanted after-effects […]
Mental health
Can CBD help you lower your alcohol intake?
Thanks to long days working from home and home schooling stresses, many of us have upped our alcohol intake during the Covid-19 pandemic – can CBD help us put down […]
Health
Study: Could cannabis be a useful intervention in tackling alcohol abuse?
Cannabis has been linked to a decrease in the amount of alcohol consumed by individuals seeking treatment, according to a new study. Researchers from the University of Colorado at Boulder […]
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Most Americans view cannabis as less harmful than alcohol
The majority of Americans perceive cannabis as less dangerous than alcohol, a new survey finds. Most people in the US view cannabis as having medical purposes and believe it to […]
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Parents swap alcohol for cannabis during COVID-19
Increasing numbers of adults have ditched alcohol and turned to cannabis since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, according to reports from the US. The online survey, run by The […]
Industry
From alcoholic wine to cannabinoids: one teetotaller’s journey to CBD
The founder of a cannabinoid drinks company who swapped her evening tipple for cannabis with a twist talks to Cannabis Health. When Alana Burstein, founder and president of Viv & […]
Patients
Medical Cannabis at Work: Why Employers Need a Policy
Introducing The Medical Cannabis Employer Handbook
Science
Cannabis Compounds CBD and CBG Show Promise in Fighting Fatty Liver Disease
Two non-psychoactive cannabis compounds may help treat the most common form of chronic liver disorder.
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Medical Cannabis Patient Wins Two-Year Legal Fight Over Wrongful Driving Conviction
The case highlights the need for clear and consistent guidance on driving when prescribed medical cannabis.
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German Researchers Publish Findings on Short-Term Effects of Cannabis Laws
Early findings on the impact of the partial legalisation of cannabis suggest no short-term spike in consumption or drug-driving.
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How to Read a Cannabis Research Paper
A comprehensive guide on how to read and interpret cannabis research.
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Study Finds Evidence of ‘Reverse Spin Bias’ in Medical Cannabis Research
A previously unrecognised form of reporting bias may be skewing how research on medical cannabis is presented.
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Researchers Propose ‘THC Units’ for Safer Cannabis Use
Researchers say the new thresholds – modelled on alcohol units – could help people avoid potentially harmful consumption.
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12 Things We’ve Learned About Medical Cannabis in 2025
Dr Simon Erridge reflects on some of the key findings published on medical cannabis this year.
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Cannabis Health Symposium 2025: Key Takeaways Part 1
On Tuesday, November 25, nearly 200 healthcare professionals, patient advocates, cannabis educators, and industry leaders converged on London’s Conway Hall for the inaugural Cannabis Health Symposium. The event embodied the UK medical cannabis industry’s […]
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Early Results From Swiss Cannabis Pilot Bolster Case for Federal Legalisation
Zurich’s flagship adult-use cannabis trial, Züri Can, could now run until 2028 after city officials applied this week to extend the project by two years, citing strong early results in […]