US government won’t reclassify marijuana, allows research
The Obama administration has decided marijuana will remain on the list of most-dangerous drugs, fully rebuffing growing support across the country for broad legalization, but…
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Cannabinoids remove plaque-forming Alzheimer’s proteins from brain cells
Salk Institute scientists have found preliminary evidence that tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and other compounds found in marijuana can promote the cellular removal of amyloid beta, a…
Canada aims for marijuana legalization in 2017
Canada’s Liberal government will introduce a law in spring 2017 to legalize recreational marijuana, it said on Wednesday, fulfilling an election pledge and following several…
New study finds marijuana doesn’t cause clinical anxiety or depression
Marijuana doesn’t get the best rap when it comes to mental health. Past research has shown it causes short-term paranoia. Another study found that high-potency cannabis —…
Patients in NY can now register for medical marijuana
The state Health Department on Wednesday launched its system for patients to enroll in New York’s medical marijuana program. Patients who get certified by a…