Cannabis Science & Health
The App That Tells You When You’re Too High to Drive
Impairment can last for hours after THC has left the body, meaning that a simple blood test may not accurately portray if a person is fit to drive. The Otorize app uses digitalized, scientifically sound, cognitive tests to judge a person's ability to drive or operate heavy equipment.
Exposure to Cannabis, Stress in Adolescence Can Lead to Anxiety Disorders in Adulthood
A new study conducted on laboratory animals shows that exposure to cannabis and stress during adolescence may lead to long-term anxiety disorders characterized by the presence of pathological fear.
Study Suggests CBD May Worsen Glaucoma, Raise Eye Pressure
The study, which was conducted in mice, specifically found that CBD caused an increase in pressure inside the eye of 18 percent for at least four hours after use.
Vaporized Cannabis Produces Stronger High Than Smoking for Infrequent Users
Vaping is growing in popularity, with data showing a 400% increase is vapers between 2015 and 2016. Evidence suggests users experience a greater high when vaping, compared to the more traditional method of smoking. Here's all the information you need to know.
The Viruses That Gave Cannabis its High
The new cannabis genome map has revealed that the plant's CBD and THC genes were probably introduced by a virus which infected and colonized the plant's genome - millions of years ago.
Cannabinoids Shrink Tumors in New Study
Although the results do not match those achieved by chemotherapy, the animals' quality of life was said to be much improved when treated with cannabis and chemo.
Colorado Experiences Rise in Cases of Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome Following Cannabis Legalization
This review analyzed all hospital admissions for cyclic vomiting syndrome to see if there was a clear link between bouts of the illness and cannabis use.
Best Marijuana for Pain Relief: CBD or THC Strains?
Medical marijuana is becoming one of the most popular alternative treatments for chronic pain. But which strain is best?
CBD Reduced Epileptic Seizures in Patients, but with Increased Side Effects
Cannabidiol (CBD) shows dramatic therapeutic effects in treating epileptic seizures, however, studies show that this could come with some nasty side-effects.
