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·May 22, 2022·2 min read

Cannabis Users Require More Sedation for Endoscopy

Cannabis users undergoing gastric endoscopy procedures generally require more sedation than non-cannabis users, researchers report.

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·May 20, 2022·4 min read

Medicinal Cannabis Shown to Reduce Pain and Need for Opiate Painkillers Among Cancer Patients

Most cancer patients who used medical cannabis reported a significant improvement in pain measures and a decrease in some other cancer-related symptoms. Additionally, medical cannabis use reduced the consumption of traditional, opioid-based pain killers for those with cancer.

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·May 5, 2022·4 min read

Cannabis Flower Is Effective for Treating Fatigue

Consuming cannabis buds can help provide relief from symptoms of fatigue, a new study reports. Those who smoked cannabis cigarettes found greater symptom relief than those who consumed cannabis via a pipe or vaporizer.

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·April 20, 2022·6 min read

The Challenges of Studying Marijuana’s Effects on the Heart and Brain

Researchers identify problem areas they face in studying the effects of cannabis on the brain and heart function.

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·April 18, 2022·3 min read

Recreational Marijuana Access Reduces Demand for Prescription Drugs

Legalized marijuana for recreational use reduces the demand for prescription medications, a new study reveals. Researchers found the volume of medical prescriptions for pain, sleep disorders, anxiety, and some neurological conditions declined significantly when recreational marijuana was legalized.

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·April 13, 2022·6 min read

How Cannabis Affects Our Cognition and Psychology

Researchers investigate how cannabis can influence a number of cognitive and psychological processes.

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·February 2, 2022·3 min read

Heavy Cannabis Use by Female Adults Associated With Lower Incidence of Diabetes

Heavy cannabis use in women is associated with reduced risk of developing diabetes, a new study reveals.

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·January 25, 2022·4 min read

Active Ingredient in Cannabis Protects Aging Brain Cells

Cannabinol, an active ingredient in cannabis, can help protect brain cells from oxidative damage and preserve mitochondrial function.

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·January 20, 2022·3 min read

Cannabis Use Produces Persistent Cognitive Impairments

Cannabis use leads to cognitive impairments that extend beyond the period of intoxication.

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·December 6, 2021·4 min read

Recent Cannabis Use Linked to Extremes of Nightly Sleep Duration

Recent cannabis use can impact sleep duration, a new study reports. Recent cannabis users reported experiencing either too little, or too much sleep.

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·November 15, 2021·4 min read

Cannabis Use During Pregnancy Impacts the Placenta and May Affect Subsequent Child Development

Mothers who use cannabis during pregnancy to relieve stress may be putting their children at risk of developing anxiety and stress later in life. Researchers found placental tissue revealed cannabis use in mothers was associated with lower expression of immune-activating genes. Cannabis suppression of placental immune-gene networks predicted higher anxiety in children.

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·October 6, 2021·4 min read

Cannabis Causes Birth Defects in Susceptible Mice

In-vitro exposure to THC can cause birth defects in genetically predisposed mice. THC interferes with Hedgehog signaling in the developing mice, leading to an increased risk of birth defects.

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Cannabis Users Require More Sedation for Endoscopy

Medicinal Cannabis Shown to Reduce Pain and Need for Opiate Painkillers Among Cancer Patients

Cannabis Flower Is Effective for Treating Fatigue

The Challenges of Studying Marijuana’s Effects on the Heart and Brain

Recreational Marijuana Access Reduces Demand for Prescription Drugs

How Cannabis Affects Our Cognition and Psychology

Heavy Cannabis Use by Female Adults Associated With Lower Incidence of Diabetes

Active Ingredient in Cannabis Protects Aging Brain Cells

Cannabis Use Produces Persistent Cognitive Impairments

Recent Cannabis Use Linked to Extremes of Nightly Sleep Duration

Cannabis Use During Pregnancy Impacts the Placenta and May Affect Subsequent Child Development

Cannabis Causes Birth Defects in Susceptible Mice

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