Cannabis - Page 3

October 9

State bans products with dangerous substance amid growing fears of overuse by kids

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has signed an executive order banning intoxicating hemp products, requiring retailers to remove THC gummies and beverages by Oct. 14.

October 6

Fatal crash report finds nearly half of deadly wrecks tied to illegal drug

A new Wright State University study finds that over 40% of fatal car accident victims had elevated THC levels in their blood, with average concentrations far exceeding legal limits.

October 2

Pot and gaming combo could pose hidden health risks, researchers warn

New research reveals synthetic cannabinoid users experience more severe psychotic symptoms than natural cannabis users, with gaming disorders creating additional risks.

September 16

Diabetes risk quadruples with use of popular natural remedy, study finds

Cannabis users showed a 2.2% diabetes rate compared to 0.6% for non-users over five years, with researchers linking marijuana to appetite and metabolism changes.

September 15

Cannabis use rises among pregnant women despite serious fetal risks

Health experts warn pregnant women that marijuana poses safety risks even where legal, with no known safe amount of cannabis during pregnancy.

September 9

Mike Tyson admits he used fentanyl 'quite a few times' during his boxing career as painkiller

Mike Tyson said he used fentanyl several times in the late '90s to manage pain and described the withdrawal as comparable to heroin addiction.

September 5

Using marijuana to cope with stress or trauma may backfire, studies warn

Cannabis users with childhood trauma experience worse paranoia effects, according to new studies, as researchers warn against self-medicating with marijuana.

September 5

Newsom rips pot farm raids as cartels, Chinese adversaries infiltrate grow operations endangering Americans

Federal agents arrested 361 illegal immigrants at California marijuana farms in Camarillo and Carpinteria, rescuing 14 minors from potential exploitation.

September 4

BEN CARSON: As a doctor, I know fewer restrictions on marijuana will make cities worse

Dr. Ben Carson warns against loosening marijuana restrictions, highlighting University of Colorado study showing significantly higher crime rates near dispensaries.

August 26

Cannabis gummy poisonings surge among vulnerable group, experts warn

Medical experts report that children consuming cannabis gummies can experience lethargy, seizures and cardiac arrest, requiring intensive treatment and hospitalization.