We’re only in July, but 2024 has already been a solid year for marijuana research.
With marijuana on the verge of being reschedule to Schedule III, researching marijuana and its compounds could soon become drastically easier. Despite this change not yet taking place, 2024 has still been an important year for marijuana-related research.
With that in mind, below are the top 5 most important marijuana studies released in 2024.
Study Finds CBD Oil Improves Symptoms in Children with Moderate to Severe Autism
A study published in the journal Pharmaceuticals found that high-CBD, full-spectrum cannabis extract can improve the symptoms of moderate to severe non-syndromic Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in children and adolescents.
Marijuana Use Linked to Lower Prostate Cancer Rates, Study Finds
Researchers at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute in Florida, and the University of Connecticut have published a study that suggests marijuana use may be linked to lower prostate cancer prevalence.
Study: Legalizing Marijuana “Results in a Substantial Decrease in Rates of Intimate Partner Violence”
A recent study from Georgetown University found that the legalization of recreational marijuana is associated with a significant decrease in intimate partner violence (IPV).
Study of 400,000 Patients With Collapsed Lunge Finds Marijuana Associated With Reduced Hospital Stay and In-Hospital Mortality
According to a new study of hundreds of thousands of patients with spontaneous pneumothora, also referred to as collapsed lung, those with a history of marijuana use had significantly reduced average hospital stays and in-hospital mortality than non-marijuana users.
Study: Marijuana Oil Shows Potent Anti-Cancer Effects Against Acute Myeloid Leukemia
A recent study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology has highlighted the potential anti-cancer properties of cannabis oil extract (COE) in the treatment of acute myeloid leukemia (AML).
Clinical Trial Finds Marijuana May Decrease Diabetes Risk
Those who consume marijuana have “healthier inflammatory cytokine profile, better insulin sensitivity, and higher levels of physical activity than nonusers,” all of which can be linked lower diabetes, according to an ongoing clinical trial presented at the 2024 annual American Diabetes Association 84th Scientific Sessions.
American Medical Association Study Finds Marijuana Legalization Reduces Teen Marijuana Use
A study published in JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association) Pediatrics, found that legalizing marijuana including allowing licensed marijuana stores is associated with reduced use rates among teenagers.
Cannabidiol Inhibits Epithelial Ovarian Cancer, Finds New Study
The marijuana compound cannabidiol (CBD) “inhibits epithelial ovarian cancer”, according to the results of a study published in April.
Study: CBD Combined With THC a Better Anticonvulsant Than Either Compound By Itself
Cannabidiol (CBD) combined with delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) was better at reducing seizures than either compound alone in an animal model, according to a new study.
Study Finds Marijuana Enhances Orgasm Frequency and Satisfaction in Women with Female Orgasmic Disorder
A study published in the journal Sexual Medicine revealed promising results for women who struggle with achieving orgasms.
Honorable Mentions:
Clinical Trial Finds Oral CBD is Safe and Effective at Treating Anxiety
Randomized Clinical Trial Finds CBD is Effective at Treating Acute Toothaches
In Study of Topical Cannabis to Treat Inflammatory Diseases “All Patients Showed Pain Relief After Two Months of Follow-Up”
