First Systematic Typology of Cannabis Harm Reduction Strategies Maps a Fragmented Field
This 2024 scoping review presents a cannabis harm reduction typology that classifies legal, organizational, and health-related strategies. It highlights the fragmented field and the lack of effectiveness data. The typology provides a foundation for…
Why People Use Cannabis Predicts Whether Use Becomes Harmful, Review Finds
A 2024 narrative review highlights that cannabis use motives, particularly coping motives, strongly predict cannabis-related problems and disorder. Medical and coping motives overlap, complicating clinical assessment. Understanding cannabis use motives…
Colorado: Data Finds No Evidence of Underage Cannabis Sales at Licensed Retailers
Colorado cannabis regulatory compliance data shows no evidence of underage cannabis sales at licensed retailers. This supports the effectiveness of state oversight in preventing direct retail access to minors. Clinicians should focus on secondary access…
Factors Associated with Disposable vs Non-Disposable E-Cigarette Use in Adults
Disposable electronic cigarette use has rapidly increased among adults in the U.S. and Israel. This study identifies key factors influencing preferences between disposable and non-disposable devices. Understanding these patterns is essential for…
Evaluating Cannabis Substitution for Alcohol in a Canadian MAP
Cannabis substitution alcohol harm reduction is being evaluated within Canadian managed alcohol programs. This approach offers a potential lower-risk alternative for individuals with severe alcohol use disorder. The study provides early evidence…
Trends from the Rhode Island Harm Reduction Surveillance System: 2021-2024
This report highlights harm reduction polysubstance use disability trends in Rhode Island from 2021-2024. Cannabis use is prevalent among high-risk populations with disabilities. Understanding these patterns is critical for effective clinical…
The quality and scope of health information on online drug platforms: a topic modelling and expert evaluation study of a Polish-language forum.
This study evaluates health information quality online drug platforms, focusing on user-generated content from a Polish-language forum. It reveals how cannabis users discuss symptom relief and inflammation management. Understanding this quality is…
Booze vs. Bud: Canadian Study Highlights Alcohol’s Greater Threats
Comparative harm assessments alcohol cannabis reveal alcohol poses more significant threats than cannabis. This Canadian study informs clinical counseling and patient safety discussions. Understanding these risks helps clinicians provide evidence-based…
Prevalence, Patterns, and Correlates of Cannabis-Cigarette Co-Use: Findings From a Multi-State Rapid-Response Survey in the U.S., 2023-2024.
Cannabis cigarette co-use prevalence is significant among adults in high-tobacco states, with nearly half of cigarette smokers also using cannabis. This pattern suggests important clinical considerations for dual substance use. Understanding cannabis…
Prevalence and Factors Associated with Alcohol and Illicit Drug Use Among Brazilian Youth
This study examined prevalence alcohol illicit drug use brazilian youth aged 16 to 25 during the transition to adulthood. A multicenter, cross-sectional survey revealed high rates of alcohol and illicit drug use, with cannabis being the most common…