• With the legalization of cannabis in Washington and 10 other states, we thought it would be important to document some of this information so that more novice users would have a better sense of what types of adverse reactions they may experience if they use cannabis. (sciencedaily.com)
  • The legalization of cannabis in Canada has raised concerns among health professionals. (ucalgary.ca)
  • With legalization of cannabis in Canada, there's a lot of misinformation out there about whether it's safe for use in pregnancy. (ctvnews.ca)
  • Moreover, legalization of cannabis for recreational purposes will drive the market at 22.5% CAGR during the forecast period (2020-2025). (researchandmarkets.com)
  • But, as the legalization of cannabis increases around the world, the economic and social burden posed by regular cannabis use could increase as well. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • The increased legalization of cannabis and cannabis products in the United States has driven medical professionals to evaluate the safety and efficacy of cannabis in relation to health conditions, wrote Robert L. Page II, PharmD, of the University of Colorado, Aurora, and colleagues. (medscape.com)
  • A few researchers have looked at the efficacy of whole cannabis plants to treat chronic pain, but no clinical studies have been conducted on cannabis products purchased from state-authorized dispensaries. (acs.org)
  • Laboratory experiments have suggested that cannabis and cannabinoids have anticarcinogenic and antitumor effects, including a potential effect on breast- and lung-cancer cells. (wikipedia.org)
  • The association of cannabis use with head and neck carcinoma may differ by tumor site, with both possible pro- and anticarcinogenic effects of cannabinoids. (wikipedia.org)
  • Cannabis and the compounds related to it - collectively referred to as cannabinoids - can include chemicals such as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). (healthline.com)
  • During that time, Washington DC and 19 states legalized recreational cannabis use, while an additional 37 states legalized medical uses for cannabinoids. (healthline.com)
  • Most studies on the therapeutic effects of cannabis have relied on synthetic formulations of specific chemicals made by cannabis plants, such as the cannabinoids tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)-the psychoactive component of cannabis-and cannabidiol (CBD). (acs.org)
  • The cannabis plant produces a number of compounds called cannabinoids, the most widely known of which are tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), its principle psychoactive agent, and cannabidiol (CBD), which has been linked to reduced pain, anxiety and inflammation in previous studies. (ucsd.edu)
  • Sativex® is a peppermint-flavoured mouth spray that contains a 1:1 ratio of two key cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant - delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). (alzheimersresearchuk.org)
  • The positive relationship between working out and cannabis is also recognized in the context of post-exercise recovery, in relation to the relaxation and anti-inflammatory properties of cannabinoids - THC for example has 20 times the anti-inflammatory strength of aspirin. (paradise-seeds.com)
  • Because of the prevalence of cannabis use, the NCI is interested in investigating its effects from a number of angles, McClure said, including the therapeutic potential of cannabinoids and how it interacts with different types of cancer therapies. (musc.edu)
  • Cannabis Science and Stellenbosch University will jointly develop and investigate the use of Cannabinoids to treat chronic pain disorders and other critical/chronic indications. (cannabisscience.com)
  • While campaigning for office in 2020, Biden called for easing the federal restrictions on cannabis research. (hightimes.com)
  • On July 21, 2020, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a long-awaited draft guidance, " Cannabis and Cannabis-Derived Compounds: Quality Considerations for Clinical Research, Draft Guidance for Industry ," which provides insight into FDA's current thinking on clinical research related to drugs containing cannabis or cannabis-derived compounds. (mwe.com)
  • In its July 20, 2020, draft guidance, FDA clarifies the availability of new options for researchers that do not involve obtaining cannabis from NIDA. (mwe.com)
  • Two recently published research papers have used functional MRI (fMRI) to show how the two main constituents of cannabis Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and Cannabidiol (CBD) act on the brain to modulate cognitive function and psychiatric symptoms. (kcl.ac.uk)
  • In the second paper published in the Archives of General Psychiatry (12 January 2009) 'Distinct Effects of _9-Tetrahydrocannabinol and Cannabidiol on Neural Activation During Emotional Processing' the researchers investigated the neurophysiological basis of the effects of cannabis on anxiety, using faces that had fearful expressions. (kcl.ac.uk)
  • The measure, titled the Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act, received the approval of the House of Representatives during the summer and now heads to the desk of President Joseph Biden for his consideration. (hightimes.com)
  • The passage of my Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act in the House and Senate represents a historic breakthrough in addressing the federal government's failed and misguided prohibition of cannabis," Blumenauer, the founder and co-chair of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus, said in a statement. (hightimes.com)
  • however, the cannabis-based ingredient cannabidiol has recently been classified as a medicine. (universityworldnews.com)
  • Cannabis contains more than 80 biologically active chemical compounds, such as the two commonly known compounds delta-9 THC and cannabidiol (CBD). (mwe.com)
  • The most common chemicals in cannabis include THC (tetrahydrocannabinolic acid) and CBD (cannabidiol). (medscape.com)
  • Within this group, epilepsy is refractory in up to 40 % of patients, who have shown para el control de síntomas refractarios en a decrease in the frequency of seizures with the concomitant use of cannabidiol and conventional antiepileptics, with mild síndromes convulsivos side effects such as diarrhea and drowsiness. (bvsalud.org)
  • Como parte de las terapias alternativas para el control de síntomas refractarios en enfermedades avanzadas destaca el uso de cannabidiol. (bvsalud.org)
  • 40 % de los pacientes, quienes han demostrado disminución en la frecuencia de convulsiones con el uso concomitante de cannabidiol y antiepilépticos convencionales, con efectos secundarios leves, como diarrea y somnolencia. (bvsalud.org)
  • de determinar el uso del cannabidiol para el control de síntomas neurológicos refractarios en pacientes con síndromes convulsivos y enfermedades neurodegenerativas, se realizó una búsqueda bibliográfica en Pubmed, Scopus y Embase. (bvsalud.org)
  • Los efectos del cannabidiol lo convierten en una alternativa, of the title and research adicional a la terapéutica convencional, para el control de síntomas en trastornos neurológicos, disminuyendo de forma objectives, exhaustive sostenida el número total de episodios con un perfil de seguridad aceptable. (bvsalud.org)
  • Existe limitada información respecto al uso de search of information in cannabidiol en enfermedades neurodegenerativas, por lo que no se ha evidenciado su efectividad. (bvsalud.org)
  • Cannabis is a term that refers to marijuana and other drugs made from the same plant. (news-medical.net)
  • In April 2018, after 5 years of research, Sanjay Gupta backed medical marijuana for conditions such as epilepsy and multiple sclerosis. (wikipedia.org)
  • Cannabis Research Institute members are available to act in an advisory capacity to state, county, or municipal agencies and to nongovernmental organizations seeking information concerning medicinal and recreational use of marijuana. (wpunj.edu)
  • The U.S. Senate on Wednesday approved landmark legislation to expand medical marijuana research, marking the first time both chambers of Congress have passed a standalone cannabis bill. (hightimes.com)
  • In July, the bill was passed in the House of Representatives by a vote of 325 to 95, an overwhelming bipartisan majority in a time of intense partisan division in Washington, D.C. Passage of the bill could signal a new era for marijuana policy in Congress, where other legislation including a bill to allow regulated cannabis businesses access to the banking system are awaiting Senate approval. (hightimes.com)
  • At a time when more than 155 million Americans reside where adult-use of cannabis is legal at the state or local level and there four million registered medical marijuana users with many more likely to self-medicate, it is essential that we are able fully study the impacts of cannabis use. (hightimes.com)
  • The legislation streamlines the application process for the approval of marijuana-related scientific studies, making it easier for researchers to understand the potential medical benefits of cannabis. (hightimes.com)
  • Under the legislation, the U.S. attorney general would be given a 60-day deadline to approve an application for marijuana research or submit a request for additional information to the research applicant. (hightimes.com)
  • Since 1974, High Times Magazine has been the #1 resource for cannabis news, culture, brands and marijuana legalization laws. (hightimes.com)
  • The measure allocated tax revenue for research on potential new drugs, treatment and health and safety programs related to marijuana and medical cannabis. (ucsd.edu)
  • Marijuana, on the other hand, is a term used for varieties of cannabis that contain more than 0.3% delta-9 THC (by dry weight) and can induce psychoactive effects. (mwe.com)
  • Israelis can fill a prescription for marijuana to ease pain and enhance appetite, because half a century ago, Hebrew University Prof. Raphael Mechoulam isolated and synthesized THC, the main psychoactive compound in the cannabis plant. (bewellbuzz.com)
  • Due to the stigma attached to cannabis use, many older people report feeling self-conscious about asking their health care providers for a red card to obtain medical marijuana. (neurosciencenews.com)
  • While most cannabis enthusiasts rely on labels like Indica, Sativa and Hybrid to help them distinguish one marijuana category from another, the new study suggests this is somewhat misleading, reported CU Boulder Today . (benzinga.com)
  • However the incident, apart from highlighting just how prevalent marijuana is in sports, has led to calls for the World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) to review its policy to ban those who test positive for cannabis. (paradise-seeds.com)
  • About a quarter of cancer patients at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center report having used cannabis, or marijuana, since their diagnoses, a figure that is in line with estimates from states with legal marijuana access. (musc.edu)
  • International Marijuana news, reviews and forums where you can utilize our scientific and medical articles, helping you to grow your own Cannabis. (420magazine.com)
  • Cannabis is still a banned substance in the NFL but rules about players using marijuana have been more relaxed in the past two years. (abc-7.com)
  • Study volunteers will make six outpatient visits designed to examine the behavioral, mood, and cognitive effects of substances found in the cannabis (aka marijuana) plant. (jhu.edu)
  • This has further led to the spike in market activities, such as licensing, investment in research and development (R&D), distribution of products, and marijuana and hemp production. (researchandmarkets.com)
  • This growth is attributed to factors such as legalization of marijuana across the nation, hefty investments in the cannabis industry, and widespread R&D activities directed at evaluating the potential of cannabis for medicinal applications. (researchandmarkets.com)
  • Meanwhile, Canada's medical cannabis market is expected to decline from US$457 million in 2018 to US$381 million in 2024 as more patients obtain their marijuana from the legal recreational market rather than from a medical supplier. (bnnbloomberg.ca)
  • In total, 18% of participants were considered marijuana-dependent in at least one of the assessments, and 15% were classified as regular cannabis users in at least one assessment. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • In the Netherlands, where the distribution of marijuana has been legalized, the effect of decriminalization has had little effect on the consumption rate of cannabis. (medscape.com)
  • Scientists are doing more research with marijuana and its ingredients to treat many diseases and conditions. (medlineplus.gov)
  • One study , from researchers at Wayne State University in Detroit, MI, looked at how cannabis use impacts the amygdala response of those dealing with trauma related anxiety, such as PTSD. (forbes.com)
  • A second study , from researchers at Brazil's Federal University of Parana, explored another potential way that cannabis could help those with PTSD - extinguishing the intensity associated with memories of their trauma. (forbes.com)
  • A smokeless cannabis-vaporizing device delivers the same level of active therapeutic chemical and produces the same biological effect as smoking cannabis, but without the harmful toxins, according to UCSF researchers. (news-medical.net)
  • Studies presented at the 2007 meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research show how researchers are using the new, as well as the natural, to help design and test new drugs to treat cancer. (news-medical.net)
  • The quality and potency of cannabis supplied by NIDA has also been called into question by some researchers. (wikipedia.org)
  • The researchers surveyed more than 1,500 college students on the type and frequency of adverse reactions they had experienced while using cannabis for their study in the Journal of Cannabis Research . (sciencedaily.com)
  • The researchers found the most frequently occurring adverse reactions were coughing fits, chest/lung discomfort and body humming, which a subset of the study group reported occurring approximately 30-40% of the time they were using cannabis. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Clinical researchers in the US are unable to study the safety and efficacy of cannabis products purchased from legal, state-authorized dispensaries because cannabis is illegal under federal law. (acs.org)
  • Researchers in the US who want to investigate the medical benefits and risks of cannabis are frustrated. (acs.org)
  • US researchers can only study the effects of cannabis using plant material grown by the University of Mississippi under contract with the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA). (acs.org)
  • Additionally, cannabis researchers face the need to get approval from three federal agencies, and funding is limited. (acs.org)
  • The University of Mississippi typically harvests about 10 kg of cannabis grown indoors and about 500 kg grown outdoors-enough material to supply researchers for several years. (acs.org)
  • For far too long, Congress has stood in the way of science and progress, creating barriers for researchers attempting to study cannabis and its benefits," Blumenauer continued. (hightimes.com)
  • Dr. Kathleen Chaput, PhD, is leading a team Researchers at the University of Calgary's Cumming School of Medicine that will examine Canada's social context of prenatal cannabis consumption in relation to both maternal and infant health outcomes. (ucalgary.ca)
  • On May 31, 2019, researchers and scientists interested in cannabis research expressed frustration at the lack of available DEA-registered sources for cannabis during FDA's public hearing, Scientific Data and Information about Products Containing Cannabis or Cannabis-Derived Compounds . (mwe.com)
  • For clinical research involving cannabis under the 0.3% delta-9 THC limit, researchers may obtain cannabis from other sources to conduct research. (mwe.com)
  • Researchers say that wile cannabis triggers structural and regulatory changes in the DNA of users' sperm, they do not know yet whether the changes are passed down to the offspring and what effects that could have. (neurosciencenews.com)
  • The researchers noted that there have been other studies suggesting cannabis use during pregnancy leads to low birth weight, but those studies were on humans and may have been complicated by other factors. (ctvnews.ca)
  • The animal study also allowed researchers to examine THC specifically, rather than other components of cannabis such as CBD. (ctvnews.ca)
  • The size of a brain signal in young people with autism is associated with their reports of these fears, researchers reported 6 December in Autism Research . (spectrumnews.org)
  • The researchers are quick to remind readers that their research "does not support arguments for or against cannabis legalization," their results simply show that "cannabis was not safe for the long-term users tracked" in their study. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • In a statement published in Circulation , the researchers noted that although cannabis has been shown to relieve pain and other symptoms in certain conditions, clinicians in the United States have been limited from studying its health effects because of federal law restrictions. (medscape.com)
  • Cannabis remains a schedule I controlled substance, deeming no accepted medical use, a high potential for abuse, and an unacceptable safety profile," the researchers wrote. (medscape.com)
  • The HBSC research network is an international alliance of researchers that collaborate on tlth and well-being, social environments and health behaviours. (who.int)
  • However, as of 2019[update] there is no good evidence that cannabis-derived medicines have any meaningful effect in cancer treatment. (wikipedia.org)
  • Medical cannabis has been studied for its potential in treating dementia and dementia-related conditions but as of 2019[update] evidence of its usefulness remains weak. (wikipedia.org)
  • 3 An up-to-date list of all WHO's international biological reference preparations is available at http://www.who.int/bloodproducts/catalogue/en/ (accessed 11 March 2019). (who.int)
  • The cabinet, she said, also approved the Industrial Hemp bill which was meant to provide for the licensing of cultivation, production, processing, storage, exportation, importation, and distribution of industrial hemp sand provide for the regulation of research industrial hemp. (xinhuanet.com)
  • Cannabis NewsHub: Research Edition is a powerful resource for users seeking information related to the cannabis and hemp industries. (newsbank.com)
  • Its searchable database features current and historical news and information from more than 12,000 sources, including over three million cannabis and hemp related reports, documents and articles. (newsbank.com)
  • This one-of-a-kind research tool features content from prominent cannabis and hemp industry publications as well as in-depth local coverage from every state in the United States, Canada, and countries across the globe. (newsbank.com)
  • Created specifically for library users, Cannabis NewsHub: Research Edition delivers news, information, and archives covering the cannabis and hemp industries from the eighteenth century to today, with a focus on industry developments from 1980 forward. (newsbank.com)
  • Although the 2018 Farm Bill did not change the classification of cannabis under the CSA as a Schedule I drug, it did remove "hemp" from the Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA's) regulation under the CSA, such that hemp is no longer considered a controlled substance. (mwe.com)
  • WEED , NYSE:CGC) is a world-leading diversified cannabis, hemp and cannabis device company, offering distinct brands and curated cannabis varieties in dried, oil and Softgel capsule forms, as well as medical devices through Canopy Growth's subsidiary, Storz & Bickel GMbH & Co. KG. (newswire.ca)
  • If you've been paying attention to us and/or the media, you are aware that we're rediscovering the power both cannabis and hemp have to boost health as well as transform industry for the better. (bewellbuzz.com)
  • Ganjapreneur is your source for the latest breaking stories about cannabis medicine, CBD, industrial hemp, and legalization. (ganjapreneur.com)
  • Analytical Cannabis is a leading cannabis science publication for scientists, technicians, and business professionals working in the cannabis, hemp, and psychedelics industries. (analyticalcannabis.com)
  • A range of stakeholders have expressed interest in development of drugs that contain cannabis and compounds found in cannabis. (fda.gov)
  • The FDA believes the drug approval process represents the best way to ensure that safe and effective new medicines, including any drugs that contain cannabis or cannabis-derived compounds, are available to patients in need of appropriate medical therapy. (fda.gov)
  • Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued " Cannabis and Cannabis-Derived Compounds: Quality Considerations for Clinical Research, Draft Guidance for Industry ," which describes the FDA's current thinking on several topics relevant to clinical research related to the development of drugs containing cannabis or cannabis-derived compounds. (fda.gov)
  • Cannabis emissions are known as biogenic volatile organic compounds (BVOCs). (independent.com)
  • While providing for DEA exemptions, the 2018 Farm Bill explicitly preserves FDA's authority to regulate products containing cannabis or cannabis-derived compounds, including human drug products. (mwe.com)
  • A company interested in researching cannabis or cannabis-derived compounds would require an approved IND application to conduct clinical research and obtain the cannabis from a DEA-registered source. (mwe.com)
  • With reference to considerations specific to drugs containing cannabis and cannabis-derived compounds, FDA recommends adequate characterization of cannabis and cannabis-derived compounds to ensure batch-to-batch consistency, quality tests for microorganisms and impurities, and applicable CSA drug scheduling considerations. (mwe.com)
  • The entourage effect is a proposed mechanism by which cannabis compounds other than THC act synergistically with it to modulate the overall psychoactive effects of the plant. (benzinga.com)
  • Beckley Canopy was formed as a joint venture in January 2018 between Beckley Research & Innovations ("BRI") and Canopy Growth to research and develop clinically validated cannabis-based medicines, with a strong focus on intellectual property protection. (newswire.ca)
  • In November 2018 the government moved cannabis-based products for medicinal use to Schedule 2 - enabling their prescription by specialist clinicians. (alzheimersresearchuk.org)
  • I n the first quarter of 2018, we've seen advances in our understanding of cannabis' therapeutic benefits in a range of disorders, diseases, and cancers. (leafly.com)
  • The Cannabis Research Institute at William Paterson University is designed to provide evidence-based scientific and social scientific information on topics related to cannabis, as well as opioid drugs and other substances. (wpunj.edu)
  • A new study based in South Africa will examine how medical cannabis can help treat opioid addiction. (hightimes.com)
  • Since its inception, Beckley Canopy has made significant progress in three initial areas of research, namely cancer pain, opioid sparing, and smoking cessation, with further research in progress. (newswire.ca)
  • Research on the medical benefits of cannabis has been hindered by various federal regulations, including its Schedule I classification. (wikipedia.org)
  • The study will also explore medicinal benefits of cannabis for pregnancy-induced nausea and vomiting, anxiety, and sleep, hoping to enhance the understanding of these complex and controversial issues rather than focusing solely on risks. (ucalgary.ca)
  • As a result of these requirements that have been imposed in the US, studies involving cannabis have been delayed for years in some cases, and a number of medical organizations have called for federal policy to be reformed. (wikipedia.org)
  • These new findings further develop scientific understanding in this area by indicating how the two main psychoactive constituents of cannabis act on the brain to alter cognitive function and induce psychiatric symptoms. (kcl.ac.uk)
  • Vizuete has yet to run his model on Santa Barbara County, but based on his findings, he estimates cannabis would add five tons of biogenic VOCs to the 40,000 emitted each year in the county. (independent.com)
  • It will look at the role CBD might play in reducing alcohol cravings and withdrawal syndromes among alcohol-addicted rats, with findings perhaps applicable to future human research. (ucsd.edu)
  • These advisers are women who have previously used cannabis in pregnancy and will help guide the study through patient perspectives and assist in interpreting findings. (ucalgary.ca)
  • Together, these findings strongly support the safety and efficacy of medicinal cannabis in an elderly population for treatment of pain-related conditions. (leafly.com)
  • When the findings wound up supporting the opposite conclusion, research was abandoned. (ganjapreneur.com)
  • There are few areas of medical investigation as controversial as cannabis research, but previous studies into the social impact of cannabis have yielded contradictory or unclear findings. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Moffitt, a psychologist at Duke University and the Institute of Psychiatry at King's College London, UK, sums up the findings: "Cannabis may be safer than alcohol for your health, but not for your finances. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • As such, the HBSC study is the product of topic-focused groups that collaborate to develop the conceptual foundations of the study, identify research questions, decide the methods and measurements to be employed, and work on data analyses and the dissemination of findings. (who.int)
  • Findings presented here show the prevalence of young people using cannabis at least once during the past 30 days (recent use). (who.int)
  • Scientists in the UK say the heavy consumption of the drug cannabis may trigger psychotic illnesses such as schizophrenia. (news-medical.net)
  • In this study, 75% of the patients had no prior history with cannabis consumption, making this a powerful assessment of the onboarding experience in the elderly. (leafly.com)
  • This is a topic explored in a new book by Josiah Hesse, a runner and weed consumer who became aware of the popularity of cannabis (the long lasting effects and smoke free method of consumption make edibles a popular choice) amongst ultra marathon and endurance runners . (paradise-seeds.com)
  • Little evidence has shown that the decriminalization of cannabis has changed the consumption habits of the populations involved. (medscape.com)
  • Even though this year is the 10th anniversary of the legalization of recreational cannabis in Colorado and Washington, the first two U.S., no standardized labeling system has been developed. (benzinga.com)
  • One of the spin offs of recreational cannabis legalization has been the freedom to express a relationship with cannabis in ways which could not have been imagined before (or at least not without scepticism, mild horror or a stream of Cheech and Chong jokes). (paradise-seeds.com)
  • Some of those issues are expected to abate over the next 18 months, alleviated in part by some efficiencies that could ease the flow of getting cannabis from seed to sale and helping to drive growth in Canada's recreational market to US$4.8 billion by 2024. (bnnbloomberg.ca)
  • Alongside these four states, another 15 are considering legalizing recreational cannabis use. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • The frequency of fungal infections associated with cannabis is unknown but is a growing concern as more states legalize its medicinal and recreational use. (cdc.gov)
  • The draft guidance covers sources of cannabis for clinical research, information on quality considerations and recommendations regarding calculating tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) levels. (fda.gov)
  • Among the topics addressed are sources for cannabis for clinical research, information and resources for quality considerations, and recommendations for information to include in investigational new drug (IND) applications, including delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) calculations. (mwe.com)
  • The Center for Medicinal Cannabis Research (CMCR) at University of California San Diego School of Medicine, the nation's oldest research center for scientific inquiry into the safety and efficacy of cannabis, has announced $3 million in research grants to explore new applications of cannabis for a number of novel medical applications. (ucsd.edu)
  • If cannabinoid research is so difficult, why should we even pursue it? (healthline.com)
  • With the acquisition of C3, and Canopy Growth's expanding research and development plans worldwide, the Company is solidifying its status as a truly global leader in cannabinoid research. (newswire.ca)
  • Talking about the latest research published by the Institute of Psychiatry at King's College London, into the effects of cannabis, Professor Philip McGuire one of the authors said: 'The Institute has been at the forefront of research into the adverse psychiatric effects of cannabis use. (kcl.ac.uk)
  • Alzheimer's Research UK, the UK's leading dementia research charity, has announced it will fund a pioneering clinical trial at King's College London investigating a cannabis-based treatment for people living with dementia. (alzheimersresearchuk.org)
  • Chris Albertyn, Research Portfolio Lead at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience, King's College London, developed the proposal and will run the trial under the supervision of leading Old Age Psychiatrist, Prof Dag Aarsland. (alzheimersresearchuk.org)
  • Additionally, individuals who reported using cannabis to try to fit in with friends, displayed cannabis use disorder symptoms or had anxiety sensitivity -- a tendency to imagine the worse possible outcome -- were more likely to report adverse reactions as well as experiencing a greater amount of distress. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Additionally, increasing investments across the cannabis supply chain will also augment the Americas cannabis market growth in the coming years. (researchandmarkets.com)
  • Additionally, heavy cannabis use from an early age might have its roots in underlying psychopathology or preexisting social or economic problems at home. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Now, new research suggests the biological mechanisms behind this therapeutic effect. (forbes.com)
  • Therapeutic uses of cannabis / British Medical Association. (who.int)
  • Congress has passed a bill to ease federal restrictions on cannabis research, sending the bill to the desk of President Biden for his expected signature. (hightimes.com)
  • Unfortunately, much of the published data is observational in nature due to the federal restrictions on cannabis as a schedule I drug," said Dr. Page. (medscape.com)
  • There is some preliminary data suggesting that people who use cannabis may have a worse treatment response to immunotherapy, so the concern is that using cannabis may be helpful for people in terms of sleep and pain, but it may be affecting their cancer treatment response," McClure explained. (musc.edu)
  • She said in a release that the bill was meant to provide for the regulation of the cultivation, production, storage, and distribution of cannabis for medicinal, scientific, and research purposes. (xinhuanet.com)
  • Get notified of our the latest cannabis news, exclusive brand deals, events updates and more! (hightimes.com)
  • Our editors, reporters, and contributors keep our readership up to date with the latest cannabis news, features, and interviews from this exciting, growing scientific sector. (analyticalcannabis.com)
  • In addition to the FDA and DEA (and former PHS) requirements, the National Institute on Drug Abuse was required to review and approve all research on cannabis prior to 2021. (wikipedia.org)
  • In 2021 the DEA granted additional licenses for the cultivation of cannabis, however, after first announcing intention to do so in 2016. (wikipedia.org)
  • Multiple respiratory hazards have been identified in the The employee, a woman aged 27 years, began work at an cannabis cultivation and production industry, in which indoor cannabis cultivation and processing facility on May 20, occupational asthma and work-related exacerbation of 2021. (cdc.gov)
  • Now, however, some scientists are calling for more research into what happens when the spray mixes with the natural smells coming from the cannabis plant, as well as what effects all cannabis plant emissions ​- ​odorless or not ​- ​have in the atmosphere. (independent.com)
  • When cannabis was outlawed, it became extremely difficult for scientists to acquire the plant in order to conduct controlled studies about its medical efficacy. (ganjapreneur.com)
  • Nowadays, with cannabis legal at the state level in numerous markets as well as at the federal level in Canada, there are more avenues for scientists to acquire cannabis for their research and numerous projects are underway around the world. (ganjapreneur.com)
  • The grant funding, to be allocated to five California-based research teams, will be used to study the efficacy and safety of medical cannabis as both a supplementary or alternative treatment for schizophrenia, rheumatoid arthritis, insomnia, alcohol dependence and anxiety linked to anorexia. (ucsd.edu)
  • The elderly (+65 years of age) represent a rapidly growing cohort of medical cannabis consumers, so a better understanding of cannabis' efficacy and safety in these patients is needed. (leafly.com)
  • In 2016, a cross-party group of UK politicians called upon the government to legalise medical cannabis, stating that there was a sound evidence base that revealed cannabis could be effective for a number of chronic conditions. (universityworldnews.com)
  • This new relationship is one of the outcomes of Cannabis Science' African Initiative launched in 2016 and there is plenty more to come. (cannabisscience.com)
  • In a large health insurance claims database, persons who used cannabis were 3.5 (95% CI 2.6-4.8) times more likely than persons who did not use cannabis to have a fungal infection in 2016. (cdc.gov)
  • We used health insurance claims data from 2016 to evaluate the prevalence of fungal infection diagnosis codes among persons who use cannabis and persons who do not use cannabis and to compare demographic and clinical features between these 2 groups. (cdc.gov)
  • Unfortunately, there is only a small amount of strong clinical research on the effects of cannabis. (healthline.com)
  • Recent legislative changes have also opened new opportunities for cannabis clinical research. (fda.gov)
  • For clinical research involving cannabis over the 0.3% delta-9 THC limit, to date NIDA remains the only federally legal source. (mwe.com)
  • Canopy Growth's medical division, Spectrum Therapeutics is proudly dedicated to educating healthcare practitioners, conducting robust clinical research, and furthering the public's understanding of cannabis, and has devoted millions of dollars toward cutting edge, commercializable research and IP development. (newswire.ca)
  • Coughing fits, anxiety and paranoia are three of the most common adverse reactions to cannabis, according to a recent study. (sciencedaily.com)
  • There's been surprisingly little research on the prevalence or frequency of various adverse reactions to cannabis and almost no research trying to predict who is more likely to experience these types of adverse reactions," said Carrie Cuttler, assistant professor of psychology and an author on the paper. (sciencedaily.com)
  • This suggests cannabis users do not, in general, find acute adverse reactions to cannabis to be severely distressing. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Overall, cannabis use improved quality-of-life from "bad" to "good" with few adverse side effects. (leafly.com)
  • Nonetheless, safety signals have emerged regarding cannabis use and adverse cardiovascular outcomes, including myocardial infarction, heart failure, and atrial fibrillation. (medscape.com)
  • Cannabis and health hazards : proceedings of an ARF/WHO Scientific Meeting on Adverse Health and Behavioral Consequences of Cannabis Use / edited by Kevin O'Brien Fehr and Harold Kalant. (who.int)
  • Adverse health consequences of cannabis use : a survey of scientific studies into the range of damage to health caused by cannabis / Jan Ramström. (who.int)
  • Report of an ARF/WHO Scientific Meeting on Adverse Health and Behavioral Consequences of Cannabis Use : Toronto, Ontario, 30 March - 3 April, 1981 / Addiction Research Foundation. (who.int)
  • Background: Intimate partner violence (IPV) against women is common, although prevalence and correlates amongst pregnant women in developing countries are poorly researched. (bvsalud.org)
  • Significant drug-drug interactions can occur as CBD and THC, both found in cannabis, inhibit CYP3A4, which metabolizes a large number of medications used to treat many cardiovascular conditions," he noted. (medscape.com)
  • Ganjapreneur is intended as an educational resource for cannabis entrepreneurs and a place where industry professionals can stay up to date on the latest breaking news affecting their business. (ganjapreneur.com)
  • In the short term cannabis can induce psychotic symptoms and anxiety, while regular use is associated with cognitive impairments and an increased risk of schizophrenia. (kcl.ac.uk)
  • Cannabis may have the potential to help people deal with the symptoms of chronic pain. (healthline.com)
  • The STAND trial opens the door to a treatment that may help to alleviate an extremely challenging set of symptoms, and Alzheimer's Research UK is extremely grateful to our supporters for making this important work possible. (alzheimersresearchuk.org)
  • Regardless of strain preference, 93.7% of patients reported that cannabis improved their symptoms after six months of use. (leafly.com)
  • Less addictive and less dangerous than prescription drugs, cannabis can afford the patient a better qualify of life while managing symptoms from other treatments / conditions. (ganjapreneur.com)
  • All these obstacles hinder cannabis research, the community says, leaving medical providers and consumers in the dark about the benefits and risks of cannabis products. (acs.org)
  • TORONTO -- Research from three Ontario universities sheds new light on the risks associated with cannabis use during pregnancy, finding the psychoactive component of the drug restricts oxygen and nutrients from crossing through the placenta. (ctvnews.ca)
  • One of the biggest risks that was noted for cannabis was the legal consequences associated with use. (musc.edu)
  • Evidence for a link between cannabis use and cardiovascular health remains unsupported, and the potential risks outweigh any potential benefits, according to a scientific statement from the American Heart Association. (medscape.com)
  • Because of the surge, health care practitioners need to familiarize themselves with not only the benefits, but risks associated with cannabis use regardless of the formulation," he said. (medscape.com)
  • As heart disease remains a leading cause of death in the United States, understanding the cardiovascular risks associated with cannabis is crucial at this time, Dr. Page said. (medscape.com)
  • Dr. Page noted that popular attitudes about cannabis could pose risks to users' cardiovascular health. (medscape.com)
  • Nonetheless, based on the safety signals described within this Clinical Science Statement, an open discussion regarding the risks of using cannabis needs to occur between patient and health care providers," he said. (medscape.com)
  • NIDA was the only source licensed by the federal government for the cultivation and provision of cannabis, and NIDA would not provide cannabis without first approving the research. (wikipedia.org)
  • LUSAKA, March 2 (Xinhua) -- Zambia's cabinet has approved the publication and introduction of a bill in parliament for the legalization of the cultivation of cannabis, a government spokesperson said on Tuesday. (xinhuanet.com)
  • Studies in the cannabis cultivation and production industry vacuum with plastic (the outside of which became visibly coated have identified multiple respiratory hazards such as microbial with ground cannabis) and moving her workstation outside the and plant allergens and irritants, as well as chemicals, includ- grinder room. (cdc.gov)
  • Cannabis is the world's most widely used illicit drug and has a wide range of psychological and symptomatic effects. (kcl.ac.uk)
  • The new review lists potential side effects of cannabis-based products, including dizziness, sedation, and nausea. (healthline.com)
  • Other possible effects that need further confirmation include psychosis, cannabis use disorder, and cognitive defects. (healthline.com)
  • The $825,000 grant was awarded to Kristin Cadenhead, MD , professor of psychiatry at UC San Diego School of Medicine, and colleagues, who will explore whether medical cannabis could serve as an alternative treatment for patients facing early psychosis, a time when traditional treatments, such as antipsychotic medications, are moderately effective but produce debilitating side effects. (ucsd.edu)
  • Chaput's team recognizes the immediate need for improved evidence about the effects of prenatal cannabis exposure on maternal and infant health to inform evidence-based, targeted education and intervention in Canada. (ucalgary.ca)
  • The research team will explore socioeconomic factors and social discrimination related to cannabis use in their investigation, planning to treat these variables as exposures of interest rather than controlling for their effects as previous studies have done. (ucalgary.ca)
  • CBD blocks the ability of THC to overstimulate the ERK pathway in the hippocampus, preventing negative side effects associated with cannabis use. (neurosciencenews.com)
  • A study published in Brain Research Bulletin found that CBD protected against the damaging effects of iron overload on mitochondrial function in rats. (leafly.com)
  • Health Canada has long warned against cannabis use during pregnancy, also noting its effects on brain development and birth weight. (ctvnews.ca)
  • Earlier this year, the NFL granted $1 million to the University of California San Diego and the University of Regina in Canada to study the effects of cannabis and CBD on pain management. (abc-7.com)
  • Cannabis has neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects which can help with concussions," Rosenthal said. (abc-7.com)
  • Under President Nixon, the federal government studied cannabis looking for negative effects to bolster its position that cannabis should be considered a harmful substance. (ganjapreneur.com)
  • New research published in the journal Frontiers in Pharmacology has found that the mystical experiences induced by psilocybin are closely linked to long-lasting positive psychological effects in healthy individuals. (analyticalcannabis.com)
  • Reasons cited included treatment not working (52 people), changing treatment (31 people), unwanted side effects (30 people), and cannabis products being too expensive (14 people). (nugmag.com)
  • As the law steadily softens across the country, research into the long-term effects of cannabis is more important than ever. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • However, when cannabis and alcohol's effects on relationships, delinquency and education are measured, results are less conclusive. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • As with all medications, cannabis has side effects, some of which can be cardiovascular in nature," he said. (medscape.com)
  • Areas in particular need of additional research include the cardiovascular effects of cannabis in several vulnerable populations such as adolescents, older adults, pregnant women, transplant recipients, and those with underlying cardiovascular disease, said Dr. Page. (medscape.com)
  • Whether smoking cannabis increases cancer risk in general is difficult to establish since it is often smoked mixed with tobacco - a known carcinogen - and this complicates research. (wikipedia.org)
  • We find that the academic performance of students who are no longer legally permitted to buy cannabis increases substantially. (lse.ac.uk)
  • Armstrong says having Brock University's expertise cited in media reports increases the University's research reputation, which helps attracts students and increases Brock's accountability to government, taxpayers and donors. (brocku.ca)
  • Our study clearly shows that exercise increases the body's own cannabis-type substances. (paradise-seeds.com)
  • Previous research has shown that cannabis has the potential to reduce anxiety, or even prevent heightened anxiety in threatening situations. (forbes.com)
  • More than 50% of the study participants reported having experienced coughing fits, anxiety and/or paranoia while using cannabis. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Hardy noted that some American studies suggest as many as one in five pregnant women are using cannabis to treat things such as anxiety and nausea, believing that because it's natural, it must be safe. (ctvnews.ca)
  • Patients are most likely to use cannabis to help with sleep, pain, mood changes, stress, anxiety and depression. (musc.edu)
  • Stellenbosch University runs a thriving research program involving both basic and clinical studies focusing on schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, fetal alcohol syndrome, neurodegenerative disorders, neuroAIDS, substance abuse, eating disorders and the intersection of psychiatric and other non-communicable disorders. (cannabisscience.com)
  • Before starting medical cannabis use, participants underwent a baseline assessment that included assessments of health-related quality of life (HRQL), pain, sleep, fatigue, anxiety, and depression. (nugmag.com)
  • Within the first three months of medical cannabis therapy, participants reported improved health conditions related to health-related quality of life, fatigue, anxiety, depression, and pain," the study authors wrote in their paper. (nugmag.com)
  • Cannabis was marketed as extract or tincture by several pharmaceutical companies and used for ailments such as anxiety and lack of appetite. (medscape.com)
  • Background: Anxiety disorders are the most prevalent class of lifetime mental disorders according to South African research. (bvsalud.org)
  • Additional work is needed to rule out various sources of bias, confounds and misclassification of cannabis exposure. (wikipedia.org)
  • I want to get the latest chemistry news from C&EN in my inbox every week. (acs.org)
  • Cannabis NewsHub: Research Edition is offered by NewsBank, a leading aggregator of current and historical news information serving libraries for nearly 50 years. (newsbank.com)
  • Medical cannabis news updates for industry professionals. (ganjapreneur.com)
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  • The NCV Newswire by New Cannabis Ventures aims to curate high quality content and information about leading cannabis companies to help our readers filter out the noise and to stay on top of the most important cannabis business news. (newcannabisventures.com)
  • Download the free "New Cannabis Ventures" app on the iOS App Store or Google Play and get real-time push notifications straight to your phone on the latest breaking news and exclusives published. (newcannabisventures.com)
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  • Cannabis use as a medical treatment has risen globally since 2008 for a variety of reasons including increasing popular support for cannabis legalization and increased incidence of chronic pain among patients. (wikipedia.org)
  • According to experts, the study of cannabis and chronic pain is both extremely complex and full of legal and regulatory hurdles. (healthline.com)
  • Is cannabis a good choice for treating chronic pain? (healthline.com)
  • Ranganath's research focuses on CBD's use an anti-inflammatory agent, an application she hopes to exploit in treating rheumatoid arthritis, a chronic autoimmune condition that affects an estimated 1.5 million persons in the United States. (ucsd.edu)
  • Our research will explore the value of cannabinoid treatment for a common cause of chronic pain where pain treatment options are limited. (cannabisscience.com)
  • A recent Australian study of over 2,300 people with chronic health conditions showed interesting improvements in overall quality of life within the first three months of using medical cannabis. (nugmag.com)
  • The authors concluded that smoked cannabis effectively relieved chronic neuropathic pain in HIV-associated sensory neuropathy and was well tolerated by patients. (medscape.com)
  • McClure is hoping to conduct more research in South Carolina, including a naturalistic study that would follow patients for a year to measure their cannabis use and cancer outcomes. (musc.edu)
  • To address this, a recent survey was conducted in over 900 elderly Israeli patients who used medicinal cannabis for at least six months. (leafly.com)
  • In March, the US Drug Enforcement Administration released a new rule intended to allow more organizations to grow more varieties of cannabis, but the cannabis research community says the proposal is still too restrictive. (acs.org)
  • Spectrum Therapeutics will leverage Beckley Canopy's intellectual property, accelerate its comprehensive research programs, build evidence around the Company's products and formulations and ultimately improve patient access to cannabinoid-based medicines globally. (newswire.ca)
  • We're excited to continue working with the incredible management team at Beckley Canopy to accelerate our shared vision to create evidence-based cannabis formulations that will serve patients in need around the world. (newswire.ca)
  • PTSD patients have been saying for years that cannabis helps with their PTSD . (forbes.com)
  • And while research on the topic has been somewhat inconclusive, many PTSD patients continue to report that cannabis does help. (forbes.com)
  • Without more information, it's difficult for doctors to know whether cannabis could benefit their patients. (healthline.com)
  • Both patients and clinicians remain interested in cannabis as a potentially safer alternative to opioids for pain management. (healthline.com)
  • Most patients began using cannabis for pain-related conditions including cancer pain, but a smaller number of patients were using it to treat chemo-related nausea, Parkinson's disease, post-traumatic stress disorder, and Crohn's disease. (leafly.com)
  • Researcher Erin McClure, Ph.D., found that cannabis usage among cancer patients at Hollings was in line with national estimates, despite the lack of a legal marketplace in South Carolina. (musc.edu)
  • The information is from a survey administered by Hollings researcher Erin McClure, Ph.D. , as part of a larger look into cannabis use by cancer patients across the country. (musc.edu)
  • One aspect of the Hollings survey that stood out to her was the low number of patients who talked to their doctors about the fact that they were using cannabis. (musc.edu)
  • There is much that is unknown about cannabis use for cancer patients, although some early work indicates it may hinder the effectiveness of certain cancer treatments. (musc.edu)
  • We don't do enough to deal with pain in patients all over the country and cannabis is…cannabis is one of the tools in the toolbox," Rosenthal said. (abc-7.com)
  • Furthermore, patients must be transparent regarding their cannabis use with their cardiologist and primary care provider. (medscape.com)
  • In these patients, some reasons for using cannabis include pain and nausea relief and appetite stimulation. (cdc.gov)
  • However, its utility in screening for cannabis use disorder (CUD) among young adults requires further investigation. (bvsalud.org)
  • While medical cannabis use is increasing, there are major social and legal barriers which lead to cannabis research proceeding more slowly and differently from standard medical research. (wikipedia.org)
  • Reasons why cannabis is unusual as a treatment include that it is not a patented drug owned by the pharmaceutical industry, and that its legal status as a medical treatment is ambiguous even where it is legal to use, and that cannabis use carries outside the norm of a typical medical treatment. (wikipedia.org)
  • They would like to evaluate the wide array of cannabis products sold in states where cannabis is legal, but federal law prohibits them from doing so because cannabis is still illegal at the federal level. (acs.org)
  • More than 155 million Americans-nearly half of our nation's population-now reside in states where adult-use of cannabis is legal. (hightimes.com)
  • This paper investigates how legal cannabis access affects student performance. (lse.ac.uk)
  • Since growing cannabis became legal in Santa Barbara County, most public outcry has been about the aromas wafting out of Carpinteria greenhouses, where most of the crops are grown. (independent.com)
  • How would legal cannabis impact the illicit market? (brocku.ca)
  • The reality is that (people think) because cannabis is legal it therefore must be safe, which is not necessarily true,' said Daniel Hardy of Western University in London, Ont. (ctvnews.ca)
  • It will be interesting to compare that number for our site to states that have legal cannabis because I expect that there would be a much higher rate of conversation in states with legal marketplaces," she said. (musc.edu)
  • Both legal and public opinion of cannabis is changing in America. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Today, in Alaska, Colorado, Oregon and Washington, the possession and sale of cannabis for medicinal and non-medicinal purposes is legal. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • These results and others like them are increasingly important as the legal status of cannabis shifts. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • The bill also includes provisions to encourage the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to support the development of medicines derived from cannabis. (hightimes.com)
  • The acquisition of Beckley Canopy will allow Spectrum Therapeutics to continue expanding its medical cannabis leadership around the world, strengthening our foothold in the UK and more broadly across Europe - a region that wants to see stronger clinical evidence around cannabis-based medicines," said Mark Zekulin , CEO, Canopy Growth Corporation. (newswire.ca)
  • IRVINE, CA, Dec. 11, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --Cannabis Science, Inc. (OTC Pink: CBIS), a U.S. company specializing in the development of cannabinoid-based medicines, announces the signing of a Collaboration Research Agreement (CRA) with the University of Stellenbosch, one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in South Africa. (cannabisscience.com)
  • The Consortium is implementing cutting-edge research programs to develop medicines and delivery mechanisms from bench-to-bedside in demographics with great medical needs, or with little or no basic resources, and other key embattled demographic areas. (cannabisscience.com)
  • Moving forward, Cuttler hopes the results of the study will be put to use by doctors, medical cannabis distributors and even bud tenders to give people a better idea of what could go wrong when they get high. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Daniele Piomelli , Ph.D., director of the Center for the Study of Cannabis at the University of California, Irvine, told Healthline he agreed there are many obstacles to cannabis research. (healthline.com)
  • So far, he has run the model in Denver and provided an inventory of cannabis VOC emissions, making the study the first of its kind. (independent.com)
  • The study is considered high risk because it brings new disciplines with different perspectives together to address an important research question and because it drives prenatal cannabis research in new directions. (ucalgary.ca)
  • A new study reports that more adults over the age of 50 are using cannabis than ever before and the rate of use in this age group is outpacing all other age groups. (neurosciencenews.com)
  • In recent months the results from yet another scientific study suggest that the 'runner's high' is actually the result of exercise triggering the body's endocannabinoid system , producing an effect which has some parallels with the cannabis high. (paradise-seeds.com)
  • There hasn't really been a study that looks at the different components of cannabis throughout gestation,' said David Natale of Queen's University in Kingston, Ont. (ctvnews.ca)
  • U of U Health researcher now have the opportunity to forge ahead in this area of study, thanks to a new grant from the Ray and Tye Noorda Foundation (RTNF), given in partnership with the Wholistic Research and Education Foundation. (420magazine.com)
  • Healthy adults age 18-55 are needed to take part in a paid research study at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. (jhu.edu)
  • Those who had been prescribed medical cannabis within the past 4 weeks were not eligible to participate in the study. (nugmag.com)
  • All study participants were prescribed Little Green Pharma medical cannabis oil, a product containing a combination of THC and CBD dissolved in medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil. (nugmag.com)
  • A new study, following heavy cannabis users, yields further insight into the drug's financial and social ramifications. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Despite these controversies, a study team, led by Magdalena Cerdá at the University of California, recently conducted a thorough investigation into the social and economic aspects of heavy cannabis use. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • We apply a difference-in-difference approach using administrative panel data on over 54,000 course grades of local students enrolled at Maastricht University before and during the partial cannabis prohibition. (lse.ac.uk)
  • Be advised that possessing, using, distributing and selling cannabis are all federal crimes in the United States of America and the articles, pages, links, and other types of information on this site are not intended to assist you in violating federal law. (ganjapreneur.com)
  • Working with Stellenbosch University provides Cannabis Science access to South Africa, as well as other opportunities throughout Africa," stated Dr. Allen Herman, Cannabis Science Inc., Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and the founding Dean of the South Africa National School of Public Health. (cannabisscience.com)
  • Stellenbosch University's research is directly geared at addressing the disease burden in South Africa. (cannabisscience.com)
  • When the possibility of legalizing cannabis use appeared on the public's radar seven years ago, Michael Armstrong's curiosity was piqued. (brocku.ca)
  • Research accomplishments include the recognition of inorganic dust as a cause of respiratory disease in agricultur e, ergonomic changes to reduce injury during the grape harvest, new assays for pesticide monitoring, outreach to farm workers on pesticide and heat-related illness prevention, and addressing the health impacts of migrant status on farm workers. (cdc.gov)