Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome explained
Learn how to identify this frequently misdiagnosed condition. Takeaways: Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome is a growing but poorly understood healthcare concern…
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Cannabis use in older adults
An article in The Gerontologist discusses the implications of the rising use of cannabis in older Americans. Read more
Estrogen increases cannabis sensitivity in rats
A study in Drug and Alcohol Dependence has found that because of the presence of estrogen, female rats are at…
Marijuana use could hurt the heart and blood vessels
Cannabis use has grown in popularity over the last decade, specifically in people aged 18-25. Though use of this drug…
Medical Cannabis: What Nurses Need to Know
Nurses can help patients make smart decisions by educating themselves. Takeaways: Nurses frequently treat patients who use or are considering…
New research on possible adverse events to cannabis
A new study recently published in the Journal of Cannabis Research examines the potential “acute adverse reactions” associated with cannabis…
Potential consideration for physicians regarding cannabis edibles
In early January 2020, the Canadian Medical Association Journal published a commentary from Drs. Jasleen Grewal and Lawrence Loh regarding…
Study: No strong evidence to back use of cannabis extract in Multiple Sclerosis
There is no strong evidence to back the use of cannabis extract in the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis, concludes a…
