The view from the iDAPT DriverLab at the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute. A variety of conditions affect our ability to drive, including poor sleep, some prescription medications and alcohol. Cannabis is another. Many people use cannabis for medical reasons, others for …
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Native American teens at higher risk for substance abuse
(HealthDay)—Native American teens are at greater risk of alcohol and drug abuse than other American teens, a new study finds. Still, “we do not want these data to be used to stigmatize American Indian kids,” said study author Randall Swaim, …
Read More »Arkansas court clears way for medical pot program’s launch
The Arkansas Supreme Court on Thursday cleared the way for the state to launch its medical marijuana program, reversing and dismissing a judge’s ruling that prevented officials from issuing the first licenses for businesses to grow the drug. Pulaski County …
Read More »French shops use loophole to sell ‘ultralight’ weed
Technically, the fragrant marijuana buds on offer at a new Paris boutique are not meant to be smoked, as the friendly staff and disclaimers remind clients—brewing the herb in hot water is advised, as is adding it to food. “Smoking …
Read More »Canadian senate clears cannabis legalization
The Canadian Senate voted Tuesday to legalize cannabis, bringing Canada one step closer to becoming the first G7 country to authorize consumption and production of the mind-altering drug. Just a day before, the House of Commons passed by 205 votes …
Read More »Researchers find religious involvement deters recreational and medical marijuana use
Although marijuana use for medical and recreational purposes is at an all-time high in the United States, a team of researchers led by a Florida State University professor has found those who hold strong religious beliefs are choosing to stay …
Read More »Study finds religious involvement does little to prevent opioid abuse
A team of researchers led by FSU Associate Professor Amy Burdette examined the correlation — or lack thereof — between drug use and church attendance for women who are mothers. Credit: FSU/Bill Lax Does going to church help people avoid …
Read More »UK reviews medical marijuana ban after outcry over sick kids
In this June 11, 2018 file photo, Billy Caldwell sits with his mother Charlotte. Former British Foreign Secretary William Hague called Tuesday, June 19 for the government to take steps toward legalizing marijuana. Hague changed his public stance on cannabis …
Read More »US could back 1st pot-derived medicine, and some are worried
In this April 23, 2018, photo, Meagan Patrick kisses her daughter, Addelyn Patrick, 5, in the playroom at Realm of Caring in Colorado Springs, Colo. Addelyn was born with a brain malformation and suffers from multiple forms of seizures. The …
Read More »Canada lawmakers vote to legalize cannabis (Update)
Cannabis indica. Credit: Wikipedia Canada is set to become the first G7 country to legalize cannabis after lawmakers on Monday passed a bill that would allow free consumption of the mind-altering drug. Passed by 205 votes to 82 in the …
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