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California governor signs ‘Ryan’s Law’ allowing cannabis for terminally ill patients
Ryan’s Law is allow for medical cannabis use for terminally ill patients on hospital grounds although it will not allow smoking or vaping
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‘Patient Promiscuity’: Is the Medical Cannabis Industry Blaming Patients For Its Own Failures?
Medical cannabis patients are often framed as consumers chasing the next strain, but that overlooks how many navigate treatment, writes Dave Barton.
Science
Cannabis Compounds Linked to Improved Metabolic Health and Weight Loss
Researchers have identified a potential mechanism linked to a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes.
News
Death of Medical Cannabis Patient Highlights Ongoing Stigma in Organ Transplant Programmes
The death of Patrick Navarro has reignited concerns over discrimination in transplant eligibility.
Science
FDA-Approved CBD Drug Shows Early Promise in Anorexia Patients
A small pilot study suggests Epidiolex may have benefits for weight restoration and symptom improvement in anorexia patients.
Health
Problematic Cannabis Use Linked To Increased Risk of Oral Cancer — Study
Individuals with cannabis use disorder (CUD) are more than three times more likely to develop oral cancer within five years.
Science
Cannabis Drug-Driving Tests Based on ‘Pseudoscience’, Say Experts
Current methods used by police to detect drug driving are not based on science, say the authors of a new paper calling for an overhaul of cannabis impairment testing.
News
“Colourful Branding” and Social Media Content Increase Risk of Teen Cannabis Use, Experts Warn
Research from two separate studies has highlighted how promotional packaging and social media content can make cannabis-infused products more appealing to teens.
Health
First Randomised Trial Shows CBD May Reduce Problematic Behaviour In Autistic Boys
In the first controlled clinical trial of CBD in boys with autism, two-thirds of participants showed behavioural improvements with treatment.
Health
Study Finds Cannabis Use Has Reached Record High Among Older Adults
Seven percent of adults aged 65 and over now report using cannabis in the past month.
News
UN Places HHC Under Same Regulations as Cannabis and Methamphetamine
Last week, the 68th session of the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) voted almost unanimously to place hexahydrocannabinol (HHC) under Schedule II of the 1971 Convention. After over […]
Industry
New Data Supports Use Of Epidiolex In Tuberous Sclerosis Complex
Jazz Pharmaceuticals has shared new data on Epidiolex in patients with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC).
Health
Study points to benefits of cannabis for reducing opioid use and symptoms of withdrawal
A new study highlights how cannabis can be a helpful tool for reducing opioid use and providing ‘rapid relief’ from symptoms of withdrawal.
Health
Study highlights prevalence of medicinal cannabis use among primary care patients
One in six patients in primary care reported cannabis use, with most using it to manage a symptom or health condition, according to new research. The findings, to be published in […]
News
Legalising cannabis hasn’t made roads any less safe, finds study
The number of traffic fatalities either remained stable or decreased in the three years following legalisation.
Science
Cannabis and Covid-19: study finds consumers had ‘better outcomes’
Cannabis consumers had ‘better outcomes’ and ‘mortality’ than non-users.
Women's health
Growing use of cannabis among midlife women for menopause symptoms – study
Women and adults over 50 are now the fastest growing group of cannabis consumers.
Science
Study: Cannabis ‘not associated’ with increased rates of psychosis in ‘high risk’ teenagers
The authors say those who used cannabis had higher neurocognition and social functioning over time.
Science
Five new cannabis research studies – anxiety, ADHD, fibromyalgia, cancer and concussion in athletes
Catch up on some of the latest cannabis science
Health
Cannabis use not linked to higher risk of COPD in tobacco smokers – study
Neither current, nor lifetime cannabis use was associated with an increased risk of developing the condition.
News
420 and cannabis reform in Europe – everything you need to know
We take a look at the meaning behind 420 and reflect on the moves towards reform across Europe.
Science
Opioid payments to doctors decline following medical cannabis legalisation, finds study
Researchers identified a ‘significant decrease’ in financial interactions between opioid manufacturers and physicians as an effect of medical cannabis legalisation.
Industry
Women in cannabis: exploring gender, race and equity in the industry
Women, particularly women of colour, are woefully underrepresented in leadership positions across industries—cannabis can do better, and benefit.
Cannabis explained
Colonialism, class and crime: the racist roots of cannabis prohibition
Today Black people are still disproportionately targeted by cannabis laws, but how did these policies evolve?