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December 22, 2022
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Top stories of the year on cannabis

Top stories of the year on cannabis

Cannabis use continues to grow, highlighting the need for a better understanding of its implications on mental and physical health.

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December 16, 2022
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Study finds no evidence of causal effect between CKD, cannabis

Study finds no evidence of causal effect between CKD, cannabis

According to data published in Kidney Medicine, there is no evidence that cannabis use causes chronic kidney disease, and researchers of the study suggest CKD should not be a limiting factor for cannabis use.

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December 09, 2022
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'Positive and extensive media attention' might affect outcomes of cannabis trials

'Positive and extensive media attention' might affect outcomes of cannabis trials

In double-blind, placebo-controlled cannabinoid trials, placebo was significantly associated with pain reduction. Still, the trials received positive media attention, which researchers said could shape the results of future cannabinoid trials.

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December 01, 2022
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Study supports need for cannabis use screening during pregnancy in legalized states

Study supports need for cannabis use screening during pregnancy in legalized states

In U.S. states where cannabis is legal for medical and recreational purposes, pregnant women were more likely to report using it compared with their counterparts in states where only cannabidiol is legal, a recent study found.

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November 30, 2022
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Prenatal cannabis use more common in areas with greater retail availability

Prenatal cannabis use more common in areas with greater retail availability

Use of cannabis among individuals who are pregnant was more common among those living in areas with greater retail availability, researchers reported in JAMA Network Open.

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November 30, 2022
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Prenatal cannabis exposure may increase pregnancy risks

Prenatal cannabis exposure may increase pregnancy risks

Exposure to cannabis prenatally was associated with adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes, according to a Canadian cohort study published in PLOS ONE.

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November 21, 2022
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VIDEO: Understanding acute effects of cannabis on the eye, visual function

VIDEO: Understanding acute effects of cannabis on the eye, visual function

Jason S. Ng, OD, PhD, FAAO, spoke about key takeaways from his presentation at Academy on cannabis use and its effect on vision in a video interview with Healio.

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November 10, 2022
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Top in hem/onc: Breast surgeon becomes patient advocate; cannabis and cancer treatment

Top in hem/onc: Breast surgeon becomes patient advocate; cannabis and cancer treatment

Deepa R. Halaharvi, DO, was diagnosed with stage I breast cancer just 8 months after starting her career as a breast surgeon. Now, Halaharvi uses her experience to help others who are diagnosed.

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November 07, 2022
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Study validates single-item screen for cannabis use disorder in primary care

Study validates single-item screen for cannabis use disorder in primary care

A single-item cannabis screening questionnaire showed promise in detecting any severity of past-year cannabis use disorder, a recent study found.

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November 01, 2022
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Use of cannabis during cancer treatment may have ‘under-appreciated’ financial impact

Use of cannabis during cancer treatment may have ‘under-appreciated’ financial impact

Cannabis use during cancer treatment can result in a considerable out-of-pocket cost burden, according to study results presented at ASCO Quality Care Symposium.

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