Medical cannabis legalization and opioid prescriptions-2018 Jul

In 2018, A published review of data analysis of state-level opioid prescription records from 1993-2014 Medicaid State Drug Utilization Data. Background:This study examined whether state-wide medical cannabis legalization was associated with reduction in opioids received by Medicaid enrollees. You can read the full article here => https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29989239

Brain Cancer Research

CBD and THC for Glioblastoma Treatment

Breast Cancer Research   In May 2010, Study on Cannabidiol (CBD) and Δ9-Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) for Glioblastoma Treatment. BACKGROUND: This study explored how CBD and THC can work together to fight glioblastoma. Glioblastoma is a fast-growing and deadly brain cancer. Researchers tested CBD and THC on human glioblastoma cells. They looked at the effects of each …

Breast Cancer research

CBD Induces Apoptosis in Breast Cancer Cells: 2011 July

In 2011, Inducing Cancer Cell Death: Cannabidiol (CBD) and Breast Cancer While Sparing Healthy Cells BACKGROUND: A laboratory study examined the effects of CBD on estrogen receptor-positive (ER+) and estrogen receptor-negative (ER−) breast cancer cells. The study revealed that CBD selectively caused cancer cell death (apoptosis) while having minimal impact on healthy breast cells, highlighting …

Cerebral Palsy Research – 2011 Mar

In 2011, Survey Results of Pain Treatments in Adults with Cerebral Palsy with  83 adults BACKGROUND: To identify the types and frequencies of pain treatments used by individuals with cerebral palsy (CP); examine the perceived effectiveness of these treatments, and identify the types of healthcare providers that were accessed for pain-related services. You can read the full article …

Cannabis into clinical cancer care-2016 Mar

In 2016, Integrating cannabis into clinical cancer care BACKGROUND: Modern-day scientists have increasingly been turning their attention to cannabis due to its potential to inhibit or destroy cancer cells, and at the very least, manage the pain and symptoms that come with the illness. But then, ancient people seem to have known that already.4 You can …

Blood Pressure research board

CBD Lowers Blood Pressure: Study Highlights Benefit – 2017 Nov

Discover how a single dose of  CBD (cannabidiol) reduces blood pressure in healthy volunteers. This study highlights CBD’s potential cardiovascular benefits. BACKGROUND: This randomized crossover study investigates the effects of cannabidiol (CBD) on blood pressure in healthy volunteers. Researchers found that a single dose of CBD significantly reduced resting blood pressure and the blood pressure …

Alzheimer’s Research-2015-March

In 2015, The influence of cannabinoids on generic traits of neurodegeneration BACKGROUND: Through multiple lines of evidence, this evolutionarily conserved neurosignalling system has shown neuroprotective capabilities and is, therefore, a potential target for neurodegenerative disorders. This review details the mechanisms of neurodegeneration and highlights the beneficial effects of cannabinoid treatment. You can read the full article …

Alzheimer’s Research-2007 Sep

In 2007, Alzheimer’s disease; taking the edge off with cannabinoids? BACKGROUND: The evidence supporting a potential role for the cannabinoid system as a therapeutic target for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease will be reviewed herewith. You can read the full article here => https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2190031/.

Alzheimer’s Research-2016 Oct

In 2016, CB2 Cannabinoid Receptor As Potential Target against Alzheimer’s Disease BACKGROUND: This review discusses available data regarding the role of CB2 receptors in AD and the potential usefulness of specific agonists of these receptors against AD.. You can read the full article here => https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4885828/?report=classic