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Study finds shared genetic risk variants across different substance use disorders

By combing through genomic data of over 1 million people, scientists have identified genes commonly inherited across addiction disorders, regardless of the substance being used.

22 Mar 2023

Racism contributes to disproportionate newborn drug testing

If a newborn tests positive for certain drugs after birth, mandated reporters in many states – including health care professionals and social workers – are required to report it to Child Protective Services.

8 Mar 2023

Researchers show how CBD can reduce seizures in treatment-resistant forms of childhood epilepsy

Researchers at Aston University have contributed to the discovery of a previously unknown way in which cannabidiol (CBD), a non-psychoactive component of cannabis, can reduce seizures in many treatment-resistant forms of childhood epilepsy.

6 Mar 2023

Study finds cannabis vaping more harmful than nicotine vaping

A study published in the journal Thorax compares the pulmonary effects of vaping nicotine and cannabis. The study finds that cannabis is more harmful to lung health than nicotine.

5 Mar 2023

Cannabis users have higher complexity of co-existing conditions

As legislation in multiple states eases former restrictions around medical and recreational cannabis in the United States, an increasing proportion of the population reports use of the drug. Between 2016 and 2018, more than 22 percent of Massachusetts residents reported any prior cannabis use for medical or recreational reasons. However, little is known about cannabis use in patients who undergo surgery or interventional procedures, where cannabis use has important additional clinical implications.

27 Feb 2023

More frequent cannabis use associated with higher risk of coronary artery disease

People who used marijuana daily were found to be about one-third more likely to develop coronary artery disease (CAD) compared with people who have never used the drug, according to a study presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session Together With the World Congress of Cardiology.

24 Feb 2023

Study finds high doses of oral CBD can exacerbate THC’s effects by inhibiting THC metabolism

Researchers compare the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of oral Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol-dominant and cannabidiol-dominant cannabis extracts that contained the same Δ9-THC dose (20 mg).

24 Feb 2023

Cannabidiol could help curb the urge for smoking cigarettes

Cannabidiol or CBD, a non-psychoactive component of cannabis, inhibits the metabolism of nicotine, new research has found, meaning it could help tobacco users curb the urge for that next cigarette.

16 Feb 2023

The association between cannabis use and sleep complaints in University students

Researchers examined the associations between cannabis use and sleep disturbances.

14 Feb 2023

High doses of cannabidiol may increase the effects of THC in edible cannabis products

Contrary to some common claims, a study led by Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers found that relatively high doses of cannabidiol (CBD) may increase the adverse effects of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main active ingredient in cannabis that can cause a mood alteration or a "high" sensation.

13 Feb 2023

Study elucidates how cannabidiol reduces seizures in treatment-resistant pediatric epilepsy

A study reveals a previously unknown way in which cannabidiol (CBD), a substance found in cannabis, reduces seizures in many treatment-resistant forms of pediatric epilepsy.

13 Feb 2023

Statewide analysis of deaths in Florida associated with cannabis use

In the United States, 49.6 million Americans ages 12 and older used cannabis or marijuana in 2020. More than 5.4 million Americans are medical cannabis patients.

10 Feb 2023

Using cannabis early in pregnancy associated with poor pregnancy outcomes

As more states legalize marijuana for recreational use, researchers are looking into the potential health effects of cannabis use during pregnancy.

9 Feb 2023

Study finds more cannabis vaping among high school seniors in medical marijuana states

More U.S. high school seniors reported vaping cannabis in states where it is legal only for medical purposes than states where all adult use is permitted – a study finding that surprised the researchers.

9 Feb 2023

Clustered lifestyle risk factors linked to poor mental health in early adulthood

Health is related to the outcomes of multiple risk factors that affect physical, mental, and social health. There is, however, little research on how lifestyle-related behaviors affect mental health.

8 Feb 2023

More young Colorado children are consuming marijuana despite efforts to stop them

The number of children — especially very young ones — ingesting marijuana is rising in Colorado despite regulations meant to keep edibles out of kids' hands, and state leaders said they have no plans to revisit those rules this year.

8 Feb 2023

Study: Nearly one in eight West Virginia infants had in-utero exposure to opioids, stimulants

Nearly one in eight infants born in West Virginia between 2020 and 2022 had in utero exposure to opioids, stimulants and/or cannabis, according to researchers at West Virginia University Health Sciences.

8 Feb 2023

Positive cannabis messages through social media posts connected to teens' intentions to use

Despite laws against advertising cannabis to teens, young people reported in surveys that they still see a lot of positive cannabis messages through social media posts.

1 Feb 2023

Public health experts draft recommendations to help prevent vaping product use-associated lung injury

Nearly four years ago, federal health officials reported on a frightening new epidemic linked to e-cigarette use that caused a life-threatening and potentially irreversible lung condition.

25 Jan 2023

Increased frequency of cannabis use may be placing bisexuals at greater risk of cannabis use disorder

Young people classified as bisexual not only use cannabis more frequently but also are more likely to use it to cope with mental health issues and for what researchers call experiential "enhancement."

23 Jan 2023

Cannabis News and Research

Latest Cannabis News and Research

Study finds shared genetic risk variants across different substance use disorders

Racism contributes to disproportionate newborn drug testing

Researchers show how CBD can reduce seizures in treatment-resistant forms of childhood epilepsy

Study finds cannabis vaping more harmful than nicotine vaping

Cannabis users have higher complexity of co-existing conditions

More frequent cannabis use associated with higher risk of coronary artery disease

Study finds high doses of oral CBD can exacerbate THC’s effects by inhibiting THC metabolism

Cannabidiol could help curb the urge for smoking cigarettes

The association between cannabis use and sleep complaints in University students

High doses of cannabidiol may increase the effects of THC in edible cannabis products

Study elucidates how cannabidiol reduces seizures in treatment-resistant pediatric epilepsy

Statewide analysis of deaths in Florida associated with cannabis use

Using cannabis early in pregnancy associated with poor pregnancy outcomes

Study finds more cannabis vaping among high school seniors in medical marijuana states

Clustered lifestyle risk factors linked to poor mental health in early adulthood

More young Colorado children are consuming marijuana despite efforts to stop them

Study: Nearly one in eight West Virginia infants had in-utero exposure to opioids, stimulants

Positive cannabis messages through social media posts connected to teens' intentions to use

Public health experts draft recommendations to help prevent vaping product use-associated lung injury

Increased frequency of cannabis use may be placing bisexuals at greater risk of cannabis use disorder

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