Stoned drivers are a lot safer than drunk ones, new federal data shows
A new study from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration finds that drivers who use marijuana are at a significantly lower risk for a crash than drivers who use alcohol. And after adjusting for age, gender, race and alcohol use, drivers who tested positive for marijuana were no more likely to crash than who had
Medical Marijuana is legal in 29 states with qualifying conditions ranging from Cancer, Epilepsy, Chronic Pain, IBS, MS, ALS, etc. Medical Marijuana is defined as cannabis used for medicinal sage, typically high in CBD or Cannabidiol a component of Marijuana that is effective in treating symptoms of the above listed conditions. As the program expands in NY since 2014, and enrolled patients has
Antidepressants & Medical Marijuana: A Review
SSRIs SSRI’s or Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors are the most commonly prescribed antidepressant. SSRIs work by directly raising levels of serotonin via binding to SERT(5-HTT) allowing more serotonin to fit between neurons- while also increasing ITGB3 protein activity. In short- SSRIs increase serotonin easing the feeling depression and making you feel “happy” or good. SSRIs are typically metabolized
Medical Marijuana And Epilepsy
Taking cannabidiol may cut seizures in half for some children and adults with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS), a severe form of epilepsy, according to new information released today from a large scale controlled clinical study that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s 69th Annual Meeting in Boston, April 22 to 28, 2017. Cannabidiol
Medical Marijuana and Parkinson’s Disease
From the National Parkinson’s Foundation With medical marijuana now legalized in 28 states and Washington, D.C., it is obvious that there is strong interest in its therapeutic properties. Researchers are testing marijuana, which they call cannabis, as a treatment for many illnesses and diseases, including neurological conditions, with Parkinson’s disease (PD) high on the list.
Traumatic Brain Injuries – Medical Marijuana Research Overview
Traumatic brain injuries are brain dysfunctions that are caused by an outside blow to the head. Studies have shown marijuana helps limit brain damage and improves recovery when administered shortly after the traumatic blow. Overview of Traumatic Brain Injuries A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a disruption of the normal function of the brain caused by
Does Cannabis Help Seizures?
Evidence from laboratory studies, anecdotal reports, and small clinical studies from a number of years ago suggests that cannabidiol, a non-psychoactive compound of cannabis, could potentially be helpful in controlling seizures. However, there are conflicting reports in the literature. So far, scientifically controlled studies have not shown definitive proof of the effectiveness and safety of

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