Study highlights stroke risk linked to recreational drugs, including among young users
✦ New CED Clinical Relevance #75 Strong Clinical Relevance High-quality evidence with meaningful patient or clinical significance. NeurologyResearchSafetyMental Health Why This Matters Clinicians need to recognize cannabis as a modifiable stroke…
Cannabis Industry Overhaul Under Way to Unlock Multibillion-Rand Sector – Business Day
South Africa's cannabis sector expansion is transforming the industry with new regulatory frameworks and research facilities. This expansion aims to improve clinical access to standardized cannabis products. Clinicians will benefit from clearer…
Smoking Cannabis May Reduce Alcohol Cravings, New Study Finds – Food & Wine
Cannabis alcohol cravings research suggests cannabis use may reduce alcohol cravings in some patients. This emerging evidence highlights potential harm reduction strategies for alcohol use disorder. Clinicians should carefully assess risks and benefits…
Study: Cannabis Use Among Older Adults Does Not Accelerate Mental Decline
This study on cannabis use and cognitive safety in older adults found no evidence of accelerated mental decline. The findings challenge previous assumptions about cannabis and aging cognition. This evidence supports individualized clinical assessments…
Legislation to Legalize Marijuana in Tennessee and Allocate Revenue for Repairs
Tennessee cannabis legalization revenue could fund critical infrastructure repairs while expanding medical cannabis access. Clinicians must prepare for new clinical guidelines and patient counseling. This legislation marks a significant shift in…
Study Highlights Positives and Negatives of Medical Marijuana
This study highlights medical cannabis clinical evidence showing therapeutic value for chronic pain and chemotherapy-induced nausea. It also discusses the risks and limitations of current research. Understanding these factors helps guide informed…
West Virginia House Passes Bill To Allocate Medical Marijuana Revenue, With Some …
West Virginia's legislature has passed a bill for medical marijuana revenue allocation, directing funds to university cannabis research. This allocation aims to generate clinical evidence to guide safe prescribing practices. The focus on medical…
Cannabis Compounds CBD and CBG Slash Liver Fat and Restore Metabolic Health
Metabolic-associated fatty liver disease is a growing concern worldwide. Research suggests that cannabis compounds CBD and CBG may reduce liver fat and improve metabolic markers. These findings highlight potential adjunctive therapies for metabolic…
Study Highlights Pros and Cons of Medical Marijuana in Tennessee
This study highlights medical cannabis benefits and risks as Tennessee faces uncertain policy changes. Clinicians must navigate evolving evidence to counsel patients effectively. Federal rescheduling may soon improve research and prescribing clarity.
