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The widespread support for medical marijuana in Texas remains strong
An overwhelming majority of Texans favor enacting laws that would legalize marijuana for a broad range of medical purposes within the state.
A new clinical trial is utilizing cannabis to treat chronic pain induced by spinal cord injuries
Researchers at the University of Sydney have received a $1.7 million grant from NSW Health to study a potential new treatment for chronic pain, a condition that often affects individuals
Japan’s government is poised to legalize medical marijuana
An outline of bills was revealed indicating that the government is ready to permit the utilization of medical marijuana for treating patients who suffer from incurable illnesses.
A study involving backyard cannabis growers in Canberra is currently underway
In Canberra, a number of individuals are growing marijuana legally for self-medication purposes. These backyard growers are being requested to provide samples for a new cannabis database.
US Study on Why Those Who Exercise Are Using Cannabis
A new US study has released results looking into why active individuals take cannabis, and how they say it enhances physical activity as well as recovery.
Study Finds Cannabis Use in Pregnancy Linked to Anxiety in Children
A new study has revealed that women who smoke cannabis during pregnancy are more likely have to children who suffer from anxiety and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
NZ Company has Completed Study on Cannabis for Pets
A new study named ‘Pilot pharmacokinetic study of CBD treatment in healthy dogs’ has been completed by a New Zealand company in how cannabis can effect dogs.
AusCann Preparing Trial in Cannabinoids to Treat Spinal Cord Injuries
Australian cannabis company AusCann (ASX: AC8) has announced today of an upcoming trial of cannabinoid treatments to help with spinal cord injuries.
A Scientists View on How to Treat Anxiety with Cannabis
Many people are reporting symptoms of anxiety and stress, particularly since the pandemic began. Now a cannabis scientist explains how best to use THC and CBD in treating these disorders.
Pluses and Minuses of Medical Cannabis so Far
This article looks into both the positives and negatives of medicinal cannabis and what evidence has been discovered and researched at the present moment.
Australia’s Little Green Pharma and Southern Cross University Partner in Cannabis Study
Australian cannabis company Little Green Pharma has partnered with Southern Cross University in a research study looking at cannabis to treat fibromyalgia syndrome.
New Study: Effects of Cannabis on Endometriosis
A new study has revealed that cannabis is effective in treating endometriosis, a painful condition in which women can experience stomach pain, back pain, period pain and infertility.
Montu Fundraises for ‘Alternaleaf’ Telehealth Services
Montu, a medical group in East Melbourne, Australia, has used crowdfunding platform Birchal to help raise funds for its telehealth services which help patients find doctors who can prescribe medicinal cannabis.
Study Says CBD is Better for Depression than THC
A new study has been published in the Frontiers in Psychiatry journal which has found that cannabis with high amounts of CBD get better results for treating depression than THC-dominant strains.
$33.2 Billion in Medical Cannabis Market Predicted by 2027
The medicinal cannabis market is expected to receive an annual growth rate of 18.4% and to reach around $33.2 billion by the year 2027.
The Use of Medical Cannabis in Australia
This article describes the growing use of medicinal cannabis in Australia, the research behind the drugs and how patients can access the drugs. It also talks about the costs and risks involved.
Study Finds Cannabis Not Linked with Increased Mental Health Problems
Despite opinions of opponents, a new study has found that cannabis use is not associated with an increase in mental health problems and in fact the suicide rate in older males actually declined.
US Study Finds Teen Cannabis Use Not Increased After Legalisation
New data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) in the US has revealed that the number of teenagers using cannabis did not actually increased as more states legalisation the substance.
Study Reveals Medical Cannabis Products Can Ease Depression
A US study published in a ‘Frontiers in Psychiatry’ journal has revealed that certain medicinal cannabis products can help with depression and improve people’s quality of life.
Those Who Use Cannabis for Chronic Pain Likely to be Younger
The younger generation, aged 18-34 are more likely to use CBD oil to treat conditions such as chronic pain. This figure is double the rate against people who are aged 45 years or over.
MedReleaf to Make Medicinal Cannabis More Affordable
MedReleaf Australia has announced that it plans to make its medicinal cannabis products more accessible to Australians who are in a disadvantaged position, lowering some of their product costs.
Benefits of Growing Your Own Medicinal Cannabis
For those of you who are legally allowed to grow your own cannabis, you may be wondering what the benefits are for medicinal purposes, and whether they may help to relive any symptoms you may be experiencing.
How Does THCA Compare to THC?
Learn about what exactly THCA is, how it differs from THC and whether or not it can get you high. Whilst closely compared, they actually create quite different effects, this article explains how.
What Exactly is CBDa?
Just got your head around CBD? Take a look at what CBDa is and how it may also help with certain medical ailments such as pain and inflammation. Here explains the difference between CBD and CBDa.
Is CBD Oil Good for Rheumatoid Arthritis?
This article gives an overview of the various research studies on the effects of CBD oil on those suffering with pain, including rheumatoid arthritis and how best to use it.
Facts About Medicinal Cannabis in Australia and Laws for Each State
Here is a quick and easy guide to what exactly medicinal cannabis is, how it is used, what it is used for, possible side effects, and what the medical cannabis laws are in each state with Australia.
MTPConnect Report on Medicinal Cannabis in Australia
Take a look at this latest MTPConnect Report on both the challenges and opportunities within the medicinal cannabis industry in Australia. The report looks at the size of the current industry with future predictions.
UNSW to Research Use of Cannabis After Legalisation in the ACT
UNSW Sydney is undergoing a study, which is part of a larger project, into the use, practices of cannabis and opinions after the drug was legalised in the Australian Capital Territory back in January 2020.
“Product, Pricing and Patient Analysis” Medicinal Cannabis Report
FreshLeaf Analytics has released a full and broad report on the Australian medicinal cannabis market, including market growth expectations, revenue and attitudes of doctors and health professionals.