This Federally-funded Study Will Test Whether Cannabis Can Treat HIV-related Pain
A group of researchers at the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy have been awarded a $1.37 million grant to study whether cannabis compounds can treat HIV-related pain.
Psilocybin Is Safe to Use in 10mg and 25mg Doses, Study Finds
The researchers came to their conclusion after providing the drug to participants of a controlled trial of psilocybin-mediated therapy.
UK Regulator Issues New Advice on THC Levels in CBD Products
The recommendations have largely been welcomed by many in the UK’s CBD industry.
Mental Health Benefits of Ayahuasca Ceremonies May Be Due to a Placebo Effect, Study Finds
Participants in ayahuasca ceremonies report reductions in stress, anxiety, and depression whether they are given ayahuasca or not, a placebo-controlled study from researchers at Maastricht University has found.
Pfizer Enters Medical Cannabis Sector With $6 Billion Acquisition
Pfizer is set to acquire Arena Pharmaceuticals, a San Diego-based company currently developing a cannabinoid therapeutic called Olorinab.
Cannabis Farmers Should Routinely Test For Heavy Metals, Say Researchers
The cannabis crop’s natural ability to accumulate heavy metal elements from the soil can pose a threat to the health of consumers, according to a new scientific review.
Cannabis Use Linked to Poorer Sleep and More Extreme Sleep Schedules, Study Finds
The new study from researchers at the University of Toronto suggests that cannabis users are more likely to sleep too little or too much than non-users.
Children With Epilepsy Have Fewer Seizures When Given Whole-plant Cannabis, Study Finds
The authors are now calling for further studies into the benefits of whole-plant cannabis medicines.
Malta Legalizes Cannabis For Personal Use
A legalization bill has been approved in the country’s parliament by 36 votes to 27.
