Will Cannabis Use Bring Epigenetic Changes?
Updated research has uncovered a significant link between cannabis use and epigenetic changes, which are alterations in gene expression that do not involve changes to the underlying DNA sequence. These…
Thailand Considers Relisting Cannabis as a Narcotic
The Thai government is contemplating the relisting of cannabis as a narcotic due to concerns over its recreational use and potential societal harms. This reconsideration comes after cannabis was decriminalized…
Astronauts to Test Cannabis Growth in Outer Space on Next Space Station Mission
NASA‘s recent collaboration with the International Space Research Consortium to launch a mission testing the cultivation of cannabis in the microgravity of space has stirred a whirlwind of interest and…
Smoking Marijuana Linked to Higher Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
Recent research suggests that using cannabis, whether by smoking, eating, or vaping, may elevate the risk for heart attack and strokes. The study, published in the Journal of the American…
86% of Californians Support Legal Cannabis Markets
A recent survey conducted by the California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) and FM3 Research reveals that a significant majority of Californians, 86%, believe it’s important to purchase cannabis from…
Cannabis and Male Fertility: Insights on Sperm Quality Impact
A study in Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research reveals a potential connection between cannabis use and changes in male fertility, including increased testosterone, improved sperm motility, and reduced sperm concentration. This…
Cannabis Enhances Sleep Quality in Insomnia Patients, Study Finds
A study published in the journal Brain & Behavior reveals that insomnia patients who use cannabis products experience sustained improvements in sleep quality. Conducted in the UK, the research assessed…
Heavy Cannabis Use Linked to Increased Anxiety Disorder Risk
A study published in eClinical Medicine reports a significant association between emergency department visits for cannabis use and the development of new anxiety disorders. Researchers from Canada analyzed over 12…
Cannabis Rescheduling: A Potential Shift Back to the Black Market?
Summary: A recent poll indicates that about one-third of marijuana consumers would revert to the illicit market if cannabis rescheduling led to its availability only as an FDA-approved prescription drug.…
Where’s the Money in the Weed Industry?
We’ve had legal recreational weed in the US to some degree since 2012; but the industry is quite unstable, with many going broke. So, where is all the money in…