Cannabis Conundrum

New research spanning three decades has revealed how experiences during childhood and adolescence significantly influence patterns of cannabis consumption well into adulthood. The French TEMPO cohort study, which followed 622 cannabis users over 30 years (1991-2021) from age 15 to 46, offers crucial insights for understanding and preventing sustained substance use. Three Distinct Patterns Emerge

After more than two decades of mounting evidence and healthcare system strain, the World Health Organisation has formally recognised cannabis hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) in its International Classification of Diseases, marking a watershed moment in the acknowledgement of marijuana-related harms that industry propaganda has deliberately obscured. The WHO published guidance in October 2025 establishing dedicated diagnostic

Devastating new research from the American College of Surgeons has exposed the lethal consequences of cannabis-impaired driving, revealing that more than 40% of drivers killed in car crashes between 2019 and 2024 in Ohio tested positive for high levels of THC. Moreover, the findings, released last week, shatter the persistent myth that cannabis is a

A comprehensive decade-long study examining drug and alcohol presence in Victorian road crashes has revealed alarming trends, with methylamphetamine emerging as the most prevalent illicit substance detected in both injured and fatally injured drivers between 2010 and 2019. The research, published in Injury Prevention and led by Monash University, represents the largest investigation of its kind conducted

A groundbreaking study from McGill University has revealed alarming connections between early cannabis use and severe long-term health consequences, with researchers documenting substantially elevated risks for both mental and physical health problems amongst young users. The research, published in JAMA Network Open, examined the relationship between the age at which individuals begin using marijuana and subsequent

Abstract: Background Driving under the influence of alcohol and other drugs contributes significantly to road traffic crashes worldwide. This study explored trends of alcohol, methylamphetamine (MA), 3,4-methylenedioxy-N-methylamphetamine (MDMA) and Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), in road crashes from 2010 to 2019 in Victoria, Australia. Methods We conducted a cross-sectional analysis using data from the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine and

Cannabis and Gaming Risks: Studies Reveal Link to Psychotic Disorders Emerging research is raising alarm bells about a potentially dangerous combination that has become increasingly common amongst young people: cannabis use paired with excessive gaming. Whilst each activity carries its own mental health risks, scientists warn that together they may create a perfect storm for

Cannabis Use in Older Adults: Five Critical Health Facts from Medical Experts    As medical and recreational cannabis becomes increasingly accessible across the United States and beyond, a growing number of older adults are turning to marijuana for relief from chronic pain, insomnia, and anxiety. However, medical experts are raising urgent concerns about the unique