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• Marijuana might cause new cell growth in the brain

  
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  New Scientist A synthetic chemical similar to the active ingredient in marijuana makes new cells grow in rat brains. What is more, in rats this cell growth appears to be linked with reducing anxiety and depression. The results suggest that marijuana, or its derivatives, could actually be good for the brain. In ...
  6 days ago

• Review: Cannabis use in schizophrenia

  
  The C.A.M. Report — Authority: 138
  People with schizophrenia frequently report benefit from cannabis use. Yet, cannabis may be a risk factor for schizophrenia.Researchers from the University of Bergen, in Norway reviewed the medical research for a connection.First, the details.Results from 23 studies were reviewed.And, the results.14 studies reported ...
  1 week ago

• Cannabis beneficial for multiple sclerosis, confirms study

  
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  Washington, Dec 4 (ANI): Cannabis can provide therapeutic benefits for multiple sclerosis (MS) patients, says a new study.A systematic review, published in the open access journal BMC Neurology, found that five out six randomized controlled trials reported a reduction in spasticity and an improvement in ...
  1 week ago

• Natural cannabis extracts proven superior to THC alone for intractable cancer pain

  
  NORML Daily Audio Stash — Authority: 486
  Plymouth, United Kingdom–( ENEWSPF )–December 2, 2009. The administration of Sativex, an oral spray consisting of natural cannabis extracts (primarily THC and cannabidiol aka CBD), significantly reduces cancer pain compared to placebo or THC alone, according to clinical trial data published online in the Journal ...
  1 week ago

• Side effects of medical cannabinoids

  
  The C.A.M. Report — Authority: 138
  Researchers from McGill University in Montreal reviewed the evidence.First, the details.Safety studies of medical cannabinoids published over the past 40 years were reviewed.After excluding articles on recreational cannabis, 31 studies (23 randomized controlled trials and 8 observational studies) of medical cannabis ...
  3 weeks ago

• Driving under the influence of cannabis

  
  The C.A.M. Report — Authority: 138
  Past studies on the impact of driving under the influence of cannabis on traffic safety showed that during the acute period of intoxication, cannabis diminishes driving faculties and raises the risk of collision.Researchers from Université de Montréal, in Quebec studied the association between impulsivity or ...
  3 weeks ago

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