Aug 23 2024
A new study published in the journal Frontiers in Immunology explores the potential role of cannabinoids in treating triple-negative breast cancer, a particularly aggressive form of breast cancer that accounts for 10-20% of all cases. Conducted by researchers from the University of Ljubljana and the Institute of Oncology Ljubljana in Slovenia, the study examines how …
Aug 22 2024
According to researchers at the University of Bonn and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, the long-term, low-dose administration of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) can reverse aging processes in the brain and may have broader anti-aging effects. The study, recently published in the journal ACS Pharmacology & Translational Science, sheds light on the complex role of the protein …
Aug 22 2024
Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder have uncovered a potential breakthrough in autism prevention. A new study, published in the journal Brain, Behavior, & Immunity – Health and also published online by the National Institute of Health, found that administering broad-spectrum cannabidiol (CBD) oil during pregnancy may prevent the development of autism-like behaviors in …
Aug 20 2024
A new study conducted by researchers at Suleyman Demirel University in Türkiye has found that cannabidiol (CBD), a compound derived from cannabis, may significantly enhance the effectiveness of the chemotherapy drug etoposide in treating prostate cancer. Published in the US National Library of Medicine, the study suggests that CBD could play a vital role in …
Aug 19 2024
A new study reveals a link between marijuana use and lower obesity rates among U.S. adults. The study, published in the peer reviewed journal Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research and the U.S. National Library of Medicine, was conducted by Brigham Young University researchers. The study analyzed data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, which surveyed 735,921 …
Aug 17 2024
A new study published in the journal Psychopharmacology shows that cannabidiol (CBD) may be useful as a sleep aid for individuals suffering from insomnia. Conducted by researchers from Swinburne University of Technology and the Institute for Breathing and Sleep at Austin Hospital, the randomized controlled pilot trial explored whether nightly use of CBD impacts daytime …
Aug 16 2024
A new study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology reveals that marijuana capsules containing both tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) significantly reduces chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting in patients who have not responded to standard antiemetic treatments. This randomized, placebo-controlled, phase II/III trial, conducted across 19 hospitals and universities in Australia, is one of the …
Aug 15 2024
A study published in the latest issue of the journal Pharmaceutics indicates that cannabinoids may be useful in treating periodontal disease. Titled The Role of Different Types of Cannabinoids in Periodontal Disease: An Integrative Review, the study explores the involvement of cannabinoid receptors in both healthy and inflamed periodontal tissues. In addition to the journal …
Aug 14 2024
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is actively recruiting participants for three clinical trials exploring the effects of psilocybin on various mental health conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease and depressions/anxiety associated with advanced cancer. The first study, titled “Psilocybin for Depression and Anxiety in Patients With Advanced Cancer“, will investigate the potential of psilocybin to …
Aug 13 2024
A new study set to be published in the October 2024 issue of The Journal of Nurse Practitioners finds that medical cannabis can significantly improve the quality of life for patients suffering from anxiety, depression, insomnia, and chronic pain. Conducted at a medical cannabis clinic in rural Appalachia, Virginia, by researchers from Old Dominion University, …
