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Cannabis use disorder and surgery complications

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NewsDesk @bactiman63 People who are regular cannabis users are at an increased risk of experiencing complications after surgery, according to a study by researchers with UTHealth Houston. The study was...

Arizona: Possible Aspergillus contamination prompts recall of marijuana products

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By NewsDesk  @bactiman63 The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) reported recently on a voluntary recall of certain marijuana products due to possible contamination with with the fungus, Aspergillus. The...

Marijuana-induced psychosis: An interview with author, Terry Hammond

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NewsDesk @bactiman63 Gone to Pot is a book about cannabis use and the serious consequences it has on young people developing cannabis induced psychosis. Meticulously researched, the book exposes how cannabis...

Virginia: Three one-year-olds exposed to THC in Goldfish crackers at daycare

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NewsDesk @bactiman63 The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office in Virginia released the following on their Facebook page last week: Day Care Owner Charged On March 2nd Deputy A.J. Deasy responded to Stafford...

Arizona: Certain marijuana products recalled due to possible contamination with Salmonella or Aspergillus

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By NewsDesk  @bactiman63  The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) reported Thursday that multiple Arizona marijuana establishments and dispensaries are initiating a voluntary recall of specific...

Alcohol considered more harmful than marijuana: Survey

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As the national conversation about marijuana legalization continues, an important question is how changing marijuana policy may influence use of other substances, such as alcohol. A new study, led by researchers...

Medical marijuana: Few medical schools training students

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Although 29 states and the District of Columbia allow marijuana use for medical purposes, few medical students are being trained how to prescribe the drug. Researchers at Washington University School...

Legalizing marijuana in Canada will jeopardize the health of young people: CMAJ

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In April, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government introduced legislation that would allow adults to possess, share and purchase marijuana, while also strengthening penalties for those...

Medical marijuana: Fungal, bacterial contaminants found, dangerous for immunocompromised patients

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UC Davis physician researchers have found that medical marijuana contains multiple bacterial and fungal pathogens that may cause serious and even fatal infections. They warn that smoking, vaping or inhaling...

Colorado medical students support the legal use of marijuana; Study

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In the first study of its kind, University of Colorado School of Medicine students expressed support for the legal use of marijuana, including for physical and mental health reasons. They also believe...