Cannabis Conundrum

More cannabis – more alcohol and tobacco! Cannabis Use and Alcohol Consumption: Alcohol remains one of the leading contributors to preventable deaths in the United States, ranking behind tobacco and physical inactivity. The study highlighted that cannabis use was positively associated with alcohol consumption, with participants consuming an average of 0.45 additional alcohol-containing drinks on

Cannabis use is often seen as harmless, but growing evidence highlights its dangers. From addiction to its effects on mental health, the consequences of using cannabis are far-reaching. With increased accessibility and potency of cannabis products, it’s time to understand the risks it poses, particularly to young people. This post dives into cannabis addiction, withdrawal

  The rising prevalence of cannabis use, fuelled by its legalisation in many areas, is creating a significant road safety crisis. While society has long recognised the dangers of drink-driving, the risks associated with cannabis-impaired driving are not as widely understood, leaving communities vulnerable to preventable tragedies on the road. The Challenges of Detecting Cannabis-Impaired

The expansion of cannabis legalisation across various states has sparked growing concerns about its impact on public health. Recent studies reveal alarming increases in cannabis use disorder (CUD) and cannabis poisoning, particularly in states where medical and recreational cannabis have been legalised. These findings cast doubt on the widely-touted benefits of legalisation, while exposing the

  New research sheds critical light on the connection between frequent cannabis use and the risk of developing psychosis. Conducted by King’s College London’s Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, the study reveals that cannabis use independently raises the likelihood of psychosis, irrespective of one’s genetic

  The Vote 4 Medicine Debacle is a ‘gift’ that just keeps on giving! The use of cannabinoids in medical treatments for children and adolescents is rising, often to manage conditions like epilepsy or chemotherapy-induced nausea. While this approach may seem promising, comprehensive research sheds light on the serious risks associated with these substances for

The impact of cannabis on human fertility has emerged as a critical public health concern, particularly as global cannabis consumption has surged by 23% since 2010. With 209 million users worldwide and growing, most being males of reproductive age, understanding cannabis’s effects on fertility has never been more urgent. This increase coincides with a troubling