Over the past few decades, scientists have made great strides in understanding how THC, CBD, and other cannabis products impact our bodies — including the way those products affect our sleep. And while many studies have been done on cannabis’ effects on the body, there’s one thing we can definitively say about cannabis and sleep: There’s still plenty to …
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An online service that helps people seeking medical marijuana is launching kiosks in dispensaries to help patients connect with licensed doctors. Although marijuana has been decriminalized in California and Nevada, dispensaries are still not licensed to actually sell recreational cannabis until 2018. This means that you will still need to have a medical marijuana card in order …
Two new peer-reviewed studies are inviting people to rethink how cannabis interacts with aging, health and everyday behavior. One study reports that older adults with a history of cannabis use perform better on several cognitive tests than non-users. Another finds that adults who live close to licensed cannabis retailers are less likely to engage in …
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Older adults with a history of cannabis use exhibit superior cognitive performance and slower age-related declines in executive function, according to data published in the journal Age and Ageing. Israeli researchers assessed cognitive performance in a cohort of more than 67,000 adults (mean age: 67 years old). Compared to non-users, participants with a history of cannabis use “performed better across …
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It turns out that going “California sober” may actually help you stay away from alcohol, according to new research published in the the American Journal of Psychiatry. A team of Brown University researchers conducted a study in which participants were given marijuana joints to smoke and then sent out to a controlled “bar lab”, in which they …
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The governor of Texas has approved a bill to to significantly expand the state’s medical marijuana program. As advocates and stakeholders await the fate of a separate measure banning consumable hemp products, Gov. Greg Abbott (R) on Saturday signed into law the medical cannabis legislation from Rep. Ken King (R). The new law will expand …
Why the cannabis craze is reaching older adults Legal access and shifting perceptions have helped fuel cannabis use among adults 65 and older—from under 1 % in 2005 to 7 % in 2023—with many seeking relief for pain, insomnia, and anxiety. Benefits remain largely anecdotal Though users report better sleep and pain relief, clinical evidence remains sparse. …
Germany has served as the largest legal medical cannabis market in Europe for several years, with cannabis pharmacies being the foundation of Germany’s emerging industry. Legal medical cannabis sales first launched in German pharmacies in 2017. Since the launch of initial sales, safe access to medical cannabis via Germany’s pharmacies has increased dramatically, as demonstrated by …
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Drug policy in Portugal has always taken innovative approaches. In 2001, Portugal became the first nation to decriminalize personal drug usage, which transformed global discussions about addiction-related public health. Two decades after its trailblazing drug decriminalization, the country now leads another critical healthcare industry by adopting medical cannabis legislation. http://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-04-21/why-portugal-could-be-europes-medical-cannabis-capital/97076
A recent meta-analysis published last week in Frontiers of Oncology found that medical cannabis has the potential to help treat symptoms of cancer. The study, which pulled from prior cannabis research, was the largest-ever analysis to investigate the interplay of cannabis and cancer, and researchers found a “significant majority” of the relevant studies fell predominantly in favor …
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When Colorado became the first state to legalize cannabis, Washington quickly followed suit. At this time, entrepreneurs had big dreams. Tales of a magical lounge where people could light up, and a cannabis wellness center that infused the plant into yoga and massage flowed through conversations about what could come next for weed. http://www.greenstate.com/travel/cannabis-wellness-center/
The U.S. government recently proposed rescheduling cannabis from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug (http://www.dea.gov/drug-information/…) — basically signaling it has some accepted medical use and a moderate to low potential for physical and psychological dependence. But what does this mean in the real world exactly? Sanjay talks with “The Pot Doc” Dr. Staci …
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For decades, marijuana was known as an illegal drug and a subculture of its own, far from the mainstream. In recent years though, scientists have found more and more evidence of its therapeutic potential. Cannabis has become a trusted, daily medication for millions of people across the world, treating conditions ranging from anxiety to arthritis to the nausea caused by chemotherapy, …
The sale of junk food — ice cream, burgers, and chips — increased after recreational cannabis was legalized at a state level in the US. Not too surprising, right? Cannabis’ tendency to increase appetite, colloquially known as “the munchies,” is caused by its primary active element, the psychotropic cannabinoid THC. (CBD, on the other hand, appears to be associated with decreased …
A report on people ages 50 through 80 finds that 12% of older adults say they’ve consumed a substance that contains delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in the past year. Additionally, 4% of people in that age group say they have substances that include THC multiple times a week. THC is the part of the cannabis plant that …
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Opioids have been the standard for managing both chronic and short-term pain for a long time. While they have their place in medicine, they definitely have their drawbacks. The CDC estimates that 75,673 Americans died from opioid overdoses between April 2020 to April 2021. Aside from the risk of overdose, opioids are highly addictive and can cause …
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Oils, creams, skin balms, gels and serums made from cannabis come in all shapes and sizes, and many of these products promise to improve your skin and make it healthier. But how does cannabis actually affect the skin? Recent scientific studies suggest that different cannabinoids and other cannabis-derived molecules (e.g terpenes) may help treat a number of …
When COVID-19 unleashed its fury around the globe, it was widely assumed that people in romantic relationships would face serious obstacles. From the stress and fear induced by the deadly virus to quarantining for weeks at a time, couples encountered unfamiliar and frightening circumstances that challenged their perspectives of the world and each other. “As …
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Cannabis consumers who caught COVID-19 had significantly lower rates of intubation, respiratory failure, and death than people who do not consume, according to a new study based on hospital data that was presented this week at the annual conference of The American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) in Honolulu. “Marijuana users had better outcomes and mortality …
Menopause is having a moment. Gone are the days of suffering in silence — today’s menopausal women can choose from wellness retreats, celebrity-backed supplements and hot flash pajamas that all promise to ease the hormonal transition. But if recent studies are any indication, the buzziest trend in menopausal wellness is weed. http://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/women-turning-to-cannabis-to-manage-menopause-symptoms-195307347.html
Published in Pain Practice, the study investigated the potential of using cannabis as an aid for pain relief and improved sleep quality, as well as explored the plant’s remedial action on a psychological and physical level. Based on the study results, cannabis offers short-term beneficial effects in women with treatment-resistant fibromyalgia. Although women tend to …
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Question: I’m getting to the age where I’m periodically having medical “procedures,” and on the various forms that have to be completed they always ask if you “smoke.” Just the generic question. In years past I always assumed they were asking about tobacco usage. Now that cannabis is becoming widely used, how do the medical professionals …
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The inhalation of vaporized herbal cannabis is an effective treatment for neuropathic pain, according to the results of a recently published study by German researchers. The observational study also found that inhaled cannabis helped neuropathic pain patients with sleep problems, a common symptom experienced by at least half of those diagnosed with the sometimes-debilitating …
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Research from the University of Boston claims that consuming sugar in large quantities can damage the brain and its functioning. These recent statistics show some scary results where people who consume the most sugar have poorer memory, smaller brain volume and a smaller hippocampus – the area of the brain responsible for memory and learning. http://thefreshtoast.com/culture/study-soda-is-evil-and-giving-people-brain-damage/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=study-soda-is-evil-and-giving-people-brain-damage
Every parent knows it’s true — they’d move mountains to keep their kids safe. There’s nothing scarier than the thought of something terrible happening to your child. So it shouldn’t be surprising then that parents are a driving force behind major changes in cannabis regulation, reform, and access. Mothers in particular. http://cannigma.com/regulation/these-mothers-are-fighting-to-make-cannabis-accessible/?utm_source=The%20Cannigma%20B2B&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Newsletter%2015.08.23%20%2801H79T5BK4Y7SE82G7BW1RHWCG%29&_kx=8G3OumshLvEfThcp28ReRczuzrPAIU-MWOpNcx5ueGO9Kp14cLaD_i0UpkDn7gGP.J8JtEm
Back in the day, you knew a guy who knew a guy, or you had a regular dealer, or you landed in a city for a trip and you talked to cab drivers and bartenders. Today, with cannabis legal recreationally 23 states along with the District of Columbia, Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands PLUS …
Smoking is by far the most popular method of cannabis consumption, though concerns about potential health risks are leading many to look for ways to make their smoking experience safer and healthier. While research on the health effects of smoking weed alone – as opposed to mixing with tobacco – is still limited, there are …
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Any cannabis user has likely pondered how to get THC out of the body at some point or another. Unfortunately, the short answer is that there is no surefire way to completely “get weed out of your system” at a quicker than normal rate. Because of the way the body metabolizes THC, it stays in the …
Though it may sound counterintuitive to everything we know about smoking cigarettes, inhaling cannabis can actually increase airflow to the lungs. Long-term use, on the other hand, is associated with respiratory complications. When you dive into the medical studies about how cannabis affects your lungs, however, the bottom line is less clear cut, particularly because many …
Over 90 percent of U.S. military veterans who use medical marijuana say that it improves their quality of life, with many using cannabis as an alternative to over-the-counter and prescription medications, according to a new study. Researchers at the University of Massachusetts, University of Utah and cannabis research institutes looked at self-reported survey data from …
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