How to safely exercise while high, according to medical cannabis doctors
As more US states legalize marijuana, cannabis users have become increasingly outspoken about the ways in which the drug has benefited their mental and physical health.
Cannabis drinks now available in Thailand convenience stores
From darkened back alleys to brightly lit 7-11 aisles, people in Thailand can now get their once-illegal cannabis fix in flavoured drinks at convenience stores and vending machines.
Delta-8 THC is popping up everywhere, here’s what to know
Delta-8 THC is having a bit of a moment thanks to solving two problems for fans of cannabis.
Modulation of Human Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cell Signaling by Medicinal Cannabinoids
Medical marijuana is increasingly prescribed as an analgesic for a growing number of indications, amongst which terminal cancer and multiple sclerosis. However, the mechanistic aspects and properties of cannabis remain remarkably poorly characterized. In this study we aimed to investigate the immune-cell modulatory properties of medical cannabis. Results were related to both short term and long term effects in patients experimentally treated with a medical marijuana preparation for suffering from abdominal pain as a result of chronic pancreatitis or other causes.
Cannabinoids for Treatment of MS Symptoms: State of the Evidence
Cannabis and cannabinoids have been used medically and recreationally for thousands of years and recently there has been a growing body of research in this area. With increased access now that medical marijuana is available in many jurisdictions, patients and providers want to know more about the evidence for benefits and risks of cannabinoid use. This paper provides an overview of the available cannabinoid-based formulations, a summary of the highest quality evidence for the use of cannabinoids for treating spasticity and pain associated with multiple sclerosis .
German restaurant mistakenly serves cannabis cake at funeral
cannabis cake at funeral
A widow and other mourners were taken to the hospital after being drugged from accidentally eating a hash cake. Police said the daughter of one of the restaurant workers made the cake, albeit for “a different occasion.”
Democrat Pete Buttigieg used marijuana ‘a handful of times’
Pete Buttigieg, speaking to reporters after touring a legal pot dispensary in suburban Las Vegas, was asked about whether he’d ever used marijuana.
Perhaps some of the blame for this lies with the man who, a century ago, was probably the most famous economist in the world – Irving Fisher.
It was Fisher who notoriously claimed, in October 1929, the stock market had reached “a permanently high plateau”.
What prohibition’s failure means for the legalisation of cannabis
Economists have a bit of an image problem. People think we shamelessly massage statistics, overconfidently make terrible predictions, and are no fun at drinks parties.
Perhaps some of the blame for this lies with the man who, a century ago, was probably the most famous economist in the world – Irving Fisher.
It was Fisher who notoriously claimed, in October 1929, the stock market had reached “a permanently high plateau”.
‘Cannabis genuinely helps us – so why can’t we get it on the NHS?’
Cannabis prescriptions on the NHS are permitted only in very specific circumstances. Here, we speak to people who would like to see the drug made available for medicinal, rather than just medical use.
Medical Marijuana Research Shows Promise in Lessening Opioid Use & Abuse
Medical marijuana shows early promise to lessen opioid use and potential abuse, suggests a systematic review of published studies being presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY® 2019 annual meeting. However, much more rigorous scientific research must be done to determine if there truly are pain relief benefits to medical marijuana that can ease chronic pain and outweigh potential risks.