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Cannabis Use: Impairs Both Memory & Brain Function

“Evidence supported that both recent and heavy lifetime cannabis use were associated with diminished brain activation and cognitive performance during working memory.” These are the findings of a recent study released in the January 28, 2025, edition of JAMA Network Open, (Gowin, J. et. al.). This study examined data for over 1000 adults, ages 22 […]

Legalization Linked to Increased Cannabis Use Disorders & Poisonings  

The legalization of cannabis for medical and commercial adult use has been associated to “significant increases” in cannabis use disorders (CUD) and cannabis poisonings (CP) when compared to non-legalized states.   The authors of this study, Jayawardhana, J. (et.al.), researched national patient records (N=110,256,536), from 2011 to 2021, with diagnoses of a CUD or CP, by yearly […]

Increased Risk of Oral, Head, & Neck Cancers from Those with Cannabis Use Disorders

Individuals with a cannabis use disorder (CUD) have a 3 to 8 times higher risk of developing a “head and neck cancer” (HNC) when compared to non-cannabis users. These are among the findings of a new study released in JAMA Otolaryngology this week. Historically, these types of cancers have been associated to heavy tobacco and/or […]

Mr. Bill Lynch RPh. Marijuana & Rx Drug Interactions, The Hazards & Dangers. 02-22-24. (70 minutes)

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Cannabis Use Linked To Increase Risks of Anxiety Disorder 

When compared to the general population, individuals treated medically (hospital / ER) for a cannabis related issue have nearly a 4-fold increased risk of developing an anxiety disorder during the next 3-years.  Within this same group, younger males were at greatest risk for developing an anxiety disorder by over 5-fold.  These are among some of the […]

Mr. Dale Quigley: Colorado’s Adult Use Market: What Have The Last 10 Years Taught Us? 12-05-23. (60 Minutes)

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Cannabis Use Disorders & DNA: A Genetic Link? 

A new genetic study, the largest of its kind to date, examined over 1 million individuals that suggests those with a Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD) and adverse health issues, may be associated to traits found in their DNA. Researchers examined CUD data from 1,054,365 people associated in the “Million Veteran Program”. They identified four ancestorial […]

Dr. Roneet Lev M.D., Marijuana Cases from The Front Lines of Medicine 09-18-23 (60 Minutes)

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Mr. Ben Cort: Understanding 21st Century Marijuana 11-20-23. (60 Minutes)

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Dr. Libby Stuyt: “Mental Health Implications of Marijuana” (6o minute video) (09-07-23)

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