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Opioids
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New Study Finds Cannabis A Safe, Effective Treatment For Cancer Pain
An international team of researchers has determined that medical cannabis is a safe and effective treatment for pain caused by cancer.
May 4, 2023
Fentanyl Overdoses See Dramatic Spike in U.S., According to Report
Nearly 70,000 Americans died of fentanyl overdoses in 2021.
May 4, 2023
Owners of OxyContin Maker Paid $19M to Institution That Advises Opioid Policy
The Sackler Family, owners of Purdue Pharma and OxyContin, allegedly have a serious conflict of interest.
April 25, 2023
Study: Medical MJ Improves Quality of Life, Reduces Opioid Use in Chronic Pain Patients
A new study is adding to the collection of research on the topic.
April 17, 2023
Texas Expands Restrictive Medical Pot Program To Combat Opioid Epidemic
But don't expect any Texas stoners to celebrate.
March 29, 2023
Study Finds CBD Curbs Opioid Cravings in Female Rats
Man, who knew rats were into opioids?
March 27, 2023
Study: Legal MJ Laws Create ‘Significant’ Dip in Pharmacy-Based Codeine Distribution
A recent study focuses on a specific opioid with high potential for misuse: codeine.
January 24, 2023
Study: A Quarter of People With Chronic Pain Use Cannabis
Findings come via researchers at Univ. of Michigan.
January 10, 2023
Medical Cannabis Donations From Within the Industry Help Reduce Opioid Use
Since 2020, SB-34, also known as the Dennis Peron and Brownie Mary Act, has been giving the cannabis industry an opportunity to give back to those in need.
November 9, 2022
Research Shows Cannabis Users Experience More Pain After Surgery
New research shows that cannabis users experience more pain and require more painkillers after surgery.
October 24, 2022