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Texas residents finally have legal access to medical marijuana products through a qualified physician’s prescription. This is great news for patients suffering from various qualifying conditions, and it is all thanks to the Compassionate Use Program (CUP) administered by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) under the Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 487. The CUP operates a secure online …
A new study funded by the US Department of Justice’s National Institute of Justice highlights the difficulties of developing a breathalyzer-like device for cannabis. The study, conducted by researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the University of Colorado Boulder, found that even when using carefully collected samples and laboratory analysis, THC levels were too inconsistent …
Vulvodynia is a complex condition that causes chronic pain at the vaginal opening with an unidentifiable cause. This condition can be challenging to treat because of the variation in pain type, location, and severity. Women can experience localized or general forms of this condition, sometimes both or other subdivisions types can co-exist in the same person. Recent preclinical research has …
A recent study published in the journal ACS Infectious Diseases has indicated that a common cannabinoid, cannabigerol (CBG), may hold the key to combating drug-resistant superbugs. Researchers from McMaster University in Canada screened 18 different cannabinoids in their investigation of their antibacterial properties. The study revealed that all cannabinoids tested showed antibiotic activity, with CBG proving to be the most …
Marijuana and Health: The Use of Medical Cannabis for Postoperative Pain Control The use of medical marijuana has been on the rise in recent years, with more and more patients turning to this alternative form of medicine as a way to manage their symptoms. With medical cannabis now legal in most American states, there has been growing interest in whether …
Marijuana, also known as cannabis or weed, has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. It contains more than a hundred compounds known as cannabinoids, the most well-known being tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). THC is the psychoactive compound responsible for producing the “high” due to marijuana use, while CBD is non-psychoactive and has been found to have potential therapeutic …
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects children and adults, causing problems with attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. The condition is complex and multifactorial, with both genetic and environmental factors contributing to its onset. ADHD is commonly treated with medication and behavioral therapy, but there is growing interest in the use of medical cannabis to alleviate symptoms. In this …
Cannabis has been used for thousands of years for medicinal and recreational purposes, and in recent years, microdosing marijuana has become a popular trend. Microdosing involves consuming small amounts of cannabis to reap the benefits without experiencing any noticeable psychoactive effects. This method of consuming drugs or supplements in small amounts to achieve the desired effect without experiencing any significant …
Cannabidiol (CBD) has been touted as a safe and therapeutic component of the cannabis plant, but recent research suggests that users of CBD products may be unknowingly putting themselves at risk of developing harmful side effects. A study published in the journal Molecules by researchers at the University of Arkansas and the University of Mississippi examines links between CBD doses …
When it comes to managing symptoms with medical marijuana, patients may initially think their only options are smokable flower or edibles. However, for individuals with respiratory issues or those who simply prefer not to smoke or vape, a lesser-known option is available: the cannabis inhaler. Cannabis inhalers resemble asthma inhalers and function as bronchodilators, relaxing the throat and airways to …