A new study suggests participation in New York State's medical cannabis program was associated with reduced prescription opioid receipts.Chronic pain and opioid addiction remain pressing health issues in the United States — it has been no exaggeration to describe the situation as a crisis. Aside from other various serious...
A field trial in the USA is investigating the use of Class A biosolids as a sustainable fertilizer for the purposes of industrial hemp grain and fiber production.Class A biosolids consist of sewage sludge treated to the point there are virtually no detectable pathogens remaining. These biosolids are a...
The body of scientific cannabis research continued to grow rapidly in 2025, with more than 4,000 studies published during this year — for the 5th consecutive year.According to the results of a keyword search of the National Library of Medicine/PubMed.gov website by NORML, researchers have published more than 37,000...
A new study highlights the conflict that remains regarding the clinical benefits of medicinal cannabis. Consensus on its use for various conditions still seems a long way off.The need for solid cannabis research (and conclusions) is more important than ever, given more than a quarter of adults in the...
Canada's Aurora Cannabis Inc.'s wholly owned subsidiary, MedReleaf Australia, has entered into a distribution partnership with the wholesale distribution arm of local firm Montu Australia, Leafio.Through the arrangement, Aurora medical cannabis products will be distributed through Leafio's nationwide supply chain, which is comprised of 4,000 pharmacies. Aurora says the...
The prevalence of Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome can now be better tracked thanks to a WHO diagnostic code update.Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS) is a condition in some chronic and heavy cannabis users characterised by recurrent nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. Loud vocalisations may occur during vomiting; giving rise to another...
A study involving tens of thousands of dogs indicates cannabidiol (CBD) may be useful in calming some aggressive dogs. Maybe.The Dog Aging Project (DAP) is a research initiative bringing together a community of dogs, their owners, veterinarians, researchers, and volunteers in what it claims is the most ambitious...
In just a few weeks, roadside drug testing will start rolling out in the New Zealand city of Wellington, with nationwide coverage expected by mid-2026. This poses risks for medical cannabis users, including those with a prescription.In March this year, legislation to enable police to conduct random roadside drug...
A University of Illinois study looking at cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) presentations in US emergency departments has revealed some interesting/disturbing results.Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, also known as 'scromiting' is a condition in some chronic and heavy users characterised by recurrent nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. It may also be accompanied...
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed Senate Bill S3294A into law, strengthening patient rights and expanding medical cannabis access across the state.The amendments include:Allowing medical cannabis patients from other states to purchase from New York dispensaries.
Streamline patient certification process and easing provider requirements
Extending patient certifications...
