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UN warns of strain on healthcare from cannabis
The increasing use of cannabis is leading to a greater burden on healthcare facilities, according to the World Drug Report 2022 by the United Nations
Increased Drug Use from Cannabis Legalization?
A recent study has debunked the theory that legalizing cannabis leads to an increase in the consumption of other drugs. In the United States, many
Cannabis Legalization Reduces Violence
The legalization of cannabis in the United States has led to a significant decrease in violent crimes and murders. In several US states, including Alaska,
Cannabis Harms Brain and Behavior
A new study published in the JAMA Psychiatry journal has revealed that cannabis use in adolescence can lead to impulsive behavior, poor concentration, and even
Cannabis Use Increases Psychosis Risk
A new study conducted by the King’s College London (KCL) has found that daily consumption of cannabis with high levels of THC increases the risk
More Treatments for Problematic Cannabis Use
The use of cannabis in Europe has increased by a quarter between 2010 and 2019, according to a study by the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf.
Rise in Hospitalizations from Cannabis in Germany
The number of hospitalizations due to cannabinoid-associated mental disorders has significantly increased in Germany, and the legalization of the drug could trigger further growth. According
Marijuana use may lower male fertility.
A new study conducted by the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) has found that regular cannabis use could negatively impact male fertility. The study,
Rise in Child Poisonings with Cannabis Legalization
The legalization of cannabis in Canada has led to a significant increase in cannabis poisoning cases among children. According to data from the Ottawa Hospital
Cannabis Prevents COVID-19 Infection
Cannabis compounds CBGA and CBDA have been found to bind to the spike protein of SARS-CoV-2, potentially reducing the risk of coronavirus infection. Researchers at
