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Marijuana Use While Pregnant Linked to Preterm Birth, Low Birth Weight
TUESDAY, May 6, 2025 — Using marijuana while pregnant can harm a developing fetus in serious ways, new research shows. A large review of 51 studies linked marijuana use during pregnancy to an i...
Teen Cannabis Use Rises in Canada After Edibles Are Legalized
WEDNESDAY, April 23, 2025 — Teen cannabis use rose significantly in parts of Canada after edibles were legalized, a new study shows. The study found a 26% increase in teen cannabis use in provinces t...
Smoking, Eating, Vaping, Dabbing Are Most Common Routes of Marijuana Use
WEDNESDAY, April 23, 2025 – Smoking, eating, vaping, and dabbing are the most common routes of marijuana use, according to research published in the April 10 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease...
Biological Link Identified Between Heavy Weed Use And Psychosis
MONDAY, April 21, 2025 – There’s a biological reason why heavy weed users are at increased risk of psychosis, a new study says. People with cannabis use disorder have higher levels of the hormone d...
Acute Care for Cannabis Use Increases Risk for Subsequent New Dementia Diagnosis
FRIDAY, April 18, 2025 – Individuals seeking acute care for cannabis use have an increased risk for a new dementia diagnosis compared with those with all-cause hospital-based care or the general...
CBD Cannabis Extracts Could Reduce Autism Symptoms in Youth
WEDNESDAY, April 16, 2025 – Cannabidiol (CBD) cannabis extracts appear to provide meaningful benefits for children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), according to a review...
Heavy Weed Use Increases Risk Of Dementia
WEDNESDAY, April 16, 2025 – Middle-aged folks and seniors whose weed use lands them in the hospital are at higher risk for developing dementia within a matter of years, a new study says. An ER visit...
Medical Cannabis Improves Health-Related Quality of Life With Chronic Conditions
WEDNESDAY, April 9, 2025 – Prescribing medical cannabis to patients with chronic health conditions may improve health-related quality of life (HRQL), as well as some specific symptoms such as pain,...
Real-World Cannabis Use Disorder During Pregnancy May Be Underestimated
WEDNESDAY, April 9, 2025 – Commercial administrative claims data reveal slightly higher rates of cannabis use disorder (CUD) diagnoses during pregnancy than in previous research, according to a...
CBD Could Calm Kids With Autism
TUESDAY, April 8, 2025 – A non-intoxicating extract of cannabis appears to help children and teenagers with autism, a new study says. Cannabidiol (CBD) enhanced social responsiveness, reduced...
ACP: Guidance Provided for Use of Cannabis in Chronic Noncancer Pain Management
MONDAY, April 7, 2025 – In a best practice guideline issued by the American College of Physicians and published online April 4 in the Annals of Internal Medicine, advice is presented for clinicians...
Exposure to Maternal Cannabis Use Disorder Ups Risk for Youth Behavioral Disorders
MONDAY, March 24, 2025 – Children exposed to maternal cannabis use disorder (CUD) during pregnancy and postpartum have an increased risk for later behavioral disorders, according to a study...
Weed Users At Greater Risk For Heart Attack, Stroke
WEDNESDAY, March 19, 2025 – Weed users are much more likely to suffer a heart attack, stroke or other life-threatening heart condition than people who don’t indulge, a new study says. Adults under 5...
ACC: Cannabis Use Linked to Increased Risk for MI in People Aged 50 Years and Younger
TUESDAY, March 18, 2025 – Cannabis use is associated with an increased risk for adverse cardiovascular events, including myocardial infarction (MI), according to a study published online March 18 in...
Weed Use During Pregnancy Triples Risk Of Behavioral Problems In Kids
THURSDAY, March 13, 2025 – Some women turn to weed during pregnancy to help deal with common issues like nausea, sleep problem and stress. Unfortunately, they could be endangering their unborn...
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