Researchers Believe Cannabinoids Could Treat HIV-associated Disorders
Researchers at George Mason University have received $450,000 in funding from the National Institutes of Health to pursue new research into whether cannabinoids can help treat HIV-associated disorders.
10 Out of 37 CBD Products Are Inaccurately Labeled, Says Nevada Lab
A partner in the testing review says the findings provide further proof that consumers should only buy from reputable CBD brands.
Medical Cannabis Shouldn’t Always Be Considered a Last Resort, Says Review
Written by some of the country’s top drug science and policy researchers, the review puts forward a number of ‘next steps’ for the country to consider pursuing in order to better support prospective medical cannabis patients in the UK.
Cannabis Use During Late Pregnancy Linked to Lower Birth Weights, Study Finds
Compared with babies of mothers who had never used cannabis, infants of those who still consumed the drug after 15 weeks had lower mean values for birthweight, birth length, and head circumference.
Cannabis Concentrates Don’t Get Consumers Any Higher, Study Finds
The researchers aren’t sure exactly how those who used the concentrates could have such high THC levels without incurring greater intoxication, but they suspect a tolerance may have been built up.
French Medical Cannabis Pilot Delayed Until January 2021
Initially scheduled to begin in September, the need to tackle the coronavirus pandemic means that the medical cannabis program will be postponed until January 2021 at the latest.
Cannabis Temporarily Relieves PTSD Symptoms, Says Surveyed Group
Just under 400 people involved in the research say cannabis reduced the severity of their immediate PTSD symptoms by more than half.
Hawaiian Cannabis Vape Cartridges Are Contaminated With Ethanol and Lead, Tests Find
A Hawaii News Now investigation found that many of the cartridges would be banned in other US states for failing to meet safety standards.
Thai Authorities Hand Over 24 Tons of Seized Cannabis to Researchers
The seized cannabis will go on to support the research and development of cannabis oil for medical purposes.
