The research builds on previous discoveries made by OHSU, indicating that persistent use of cannabis…
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Cannabis, commonly known as marijuana, is a complex and widely studied plant known for its diverse chemical compounds, including cannabinoids like THC and CBD. Beyond its longstanding cultural and recreational use, cannabis has become a major focus of scientific research, with studies exploring its therapeutic potential, impacts on brain function, medicinal applications, and broader social and environmental effects. Ongoing investigations continue to unravel how cannabis interacts with the human body, how it can be used safely, and what its long-term health consequences might be.
NIH study highlights the need to proactively screen for, prevent, and treat cannabis use disorder…
Worms could be a good research model for understanding the endocannabinoid system—and possibly developing better…
Nematode worms (C. elegans) display a similar response to cannabinoids as humans, preferring their favorite…
As the U.S. pushes for wider access to naloxone, a fast-acting opioid antidote, researchers are…
A recent study has analyzed the mortality rates across seven states that have recreational cannabis…
Experts recommend future substance use research should combine survey and hair analysis results. Hair analysis…
Researchers Caution That Cannabis Use Is Not Without Risk People who used marijuana daily were found to be about one-third more likely to…
A rise in asthma cases has been observed in children from certain racial and ethnic…
Cannabis Use Among Bisexual Individuals Young people classified as bisexual not only use cannabis more…
A new paper has revealed 338,727 instances of intentional misuse and abuse for children aged…
Marijuana Use May Affect Oral Health and Treatment As personal and medical marijuana use increases…
According to new research from the University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health, states that…
Marijuana smokers may face unique lung risks, including higher emphysema rates, compared to cigarette smokers.…
A fuel cell sensor developed by UCLA researchers can detect the presence of THC by…
Study Reveals Cannabis Users Experience More Postoperative Pain Adults who use cannabis experience more pain…
Throughout the 1990s, researchers looking into cannabis for its health effects began to unravel a…
The study demonstrated that cannabis users are no less likely to be motivated or able…