Cannabis Conundrum

The relationship between cannabis use and the risk of psychosis varies with age, revealing an alarming trend that demands immediate attention. Ignoring these age-related risks in favour of lenient cannabis policies is dangerously negligent. Elevated Risk in Adolescents The study identifies adolescents as particularly vulnerable to the psychotic effects of cannabis. The developing brain is

Investigating the impact of heavy lifetime cannabis use on mortality by sex, a cohort study published on JAMA Network Open delves into the nuanced associations between cannabis consumption patterns and mortality outcomes among different genders. The research sheds light on the gender-specific implications of heavy cannabis use on mortality risk, offering valuable insights into the

Recent research has unveiled that daily cannabis use significantly raises the risk of developing asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). These findings highlight the urgent need for preventive measures and stringent regulations, rather than any form of legalisation that overlooks these health hazards. Increased Respiratory Health Risks: The study indicates a clear correlation between daily

Risk of Adverse Neonatal Outcomes After Combined Prenatal Cannabis and Nicotine Exposure Key Points Question:  Is in utero exposure to cannabis and nicotine in combination associated with greater adverse outcomes than exposure to either substance alone during pregnancy? Findings: In this population-based cohort study of more than 3.1 million pregnant individuals, combined use of cannabis and

The implications of this on workplace and driving are as serious as previous studies have indicated. Further evidence that Cannabis and operating any machinery is a dangerous combination – in the workplace or on the roads. Intoxication due to Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol is characterized by disrupted prefrontal cortex activity Conclusions: In summary, we used portable fNIRS to demonstrate

A recent study published in JAMA Network Open delved into the association between heavy cannabis use and mortality, specifically focusing on cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality among females. The research, utilising data from the UK Biobank and analysing a substantial cohort of individuals aged 40 to 69, revealed compelling insights into the risks posed by intensive

Age-dependent association of cannabis use with risk of psychotic disorder Abstract Background: Epidemiologic research suggests that youth cannabis use is associated with psychotic disorders. However, current evidence is based heavily on 20th-century data when cannabis was substantially less potent than today. Discussion: We found that cannabis use, compared to no cannabis use, was associated with