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medical-benefits
Axios
3 months ago
Health

Weed could offer medical benefits, less risky than some drugs: federal review

Marijuana is less risky than other controlled substances
There is scientific support for marijuana as a treatment for pain and other medical conditions. [ more ]
Boston.com
3 months ago
Health

Federal scientists recommend easing restrictions on marijuana

Marijuana should be removed from the most restrictive category of drugs
Federal scientists recommend making marijuana a Schedule III drug [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Health

Federal Scientists Recommend Easing Restrictions on Marijuana

Marijuana should be removed from the most restrictive category of drugs, according to federal scientists
Scientists recommend that marijuana be classified as a Schedule III drug, alongside prescription drugs like ketamine and testosterone [ more ]
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Boston.com
3 months ago
Boston Celtics

Report: Former Celtics guard Rajon Rondo arrested on gun, drug charges

Rajon Rondo, former Celtics point guard, was arrested in Indiana for unlawful possession of a firearm, drug paraphernalia, and marijuana.
This is not the first time Rondo has had run-ins with the law. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
4 months ago
California

In 2024, California employers can no longer punish employees for using marijuana outside work

Beginning Monday, California employers will be barred from discriminating against employees who use marijuana in their off hours.
time.com
5 months ago
Wellness

Are Edibles Actually Good for Sleep?

The use of marijuana edibles for better sleep is popular, but the effectiveness varies among individuals.
Some studies suggest that marijuana helps with falling asleep faster but may impair sleep quality.
Research on edibles shows mixed results with some studies finding shorter sleep duration and poorer overall sleep. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
US politics

High-on-pot uncle shoots baby niece to death while showing off gun to pals: cops

A Florida man has been arrested for shooting and killing his 18-month-old niece while showing off a gun while high on marijuana.
The suspect has been charged with felony manslaughter.
The sheriff criticized the adults present for giving conflicting statements and potentially trying to destroy evidence. [ more ]
Medscape
5 months ago
Health

New National Data on Americans' Substance Use, Abuse

Marijuana use increased in every age group in the United States, including those over the age of 65.
More than 4 million youth aged 12-20 reported vaping marijuana in the past year.
Alcohol remains the most commonly used substance, with 137 million people reporting alcohol consumption in the past month. [ more ]
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