In a major bipartisan win for veterans and drug policy reform, the U.S. House of Representatives has voted to allow Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) doctors to recommend medical marijuana to veterans and to promote further research into psychedelics as treatments for PTSD and other service-related conditions. The measures were passed as amendments to the …
Cannabis use among U.S. adults aged 65 and older has surged in recent years, with monthly usage climbing from 4.8% in 2021 to nearly 7% in 2023. That represents more than a 45% increase, highlighting a significant generational shift in cannabis acceptance and use. The rise is particularly noticeable among older women, white adults, those …
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A federally funded clinical study has found that marijuana use may significantly reduce alcohol cravings in people who drink heavily, offering a potential alternative approach to managing problematic alcohol use. Published in the peer-reviewed journal Psychology of Addictive Behaviors, the research followed a group of adults who reported frequent binge drinking habits. Over the course of …
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New research suggests that medical marijuana could enhance the effectiveness of chemotherapy in treating cancer — while also helping reduce the harsh side effects often associated with traditional cancer treatments. The study, published in the journal Frontiers in Pharmacology, reviewed a range of preclinical and clinical evidence showing that cannabinoids like THC and CBD may help …
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A new peer-reviewed study adds to the growing evidence that medical marijuana is a highly effective treatment option for chronic pain. Published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), the research found that a majority of patients using medical cannabis reported significant pain relief with minimal side effects. Researchers analyzed data from more …
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A groundbreaking study from Minnesota health officials has found that medical cannabis can offer significant relief for patients struggling with obstructive sleep apnea—a chronic condition that affects millions of Americans and often goes untreated or poorly managed. The study, conducted through the Minnesota Department of Health’s medical cannabis program, followed patients who were registered to …
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Legal cannabis reform is paying off in more ways than one. A new study reveals that states with legal marijuana programs are seeing a significant reduction in workers’ compensation claims and prescription drug use among injured workers. Published in the journal Health Economics, the research analyzed data from over 2 million workers’ compensation claims between …
A new scientific review published in the journal Frontiers in Psychiatry is bringing renewed attention to the potential of psychedelic therapy as a breakthrough treatment for addiction. The analysis reveals that psychedelic-assisted therapy may significantly reduce problematic alcohol and tobacco use—two of the most common and difficult substance dependencies worldwide. The review analyzed dozens of …
New research continues to affirm the powerful potential of psychedelics in treating addiction. According to a comprehensive scientific review published in Frontiers in Psychiatry, psychedelic-assisted therapy can significantly reduce problematic alcohol and tobacco use—offering hope for millions battling substance dependence. The review analyzed multiple clinical studies and real-world cases involving psychedelic compounds such as psilocybin, LSD, and …
A bill aimed at supporting psychedelic therapy in Hawaii has unexpectedly stalled and will not advance this legislative session—even after it had successfully passed both the state Senate and House. The development has left advocates disappointed and raised concerns about legislative gridlock blocking healthcare innovation. The bill, which had strong bipartisan support, would have established …
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