17May
Legal cannabis has almost eliminated the black market in Canada
Low prices and improved access mean 80% of cannabis sales now happen through legitimate channels in Canada.
14May
Legalising cannabis can reduce problematic use
A first-of-its-kind study comparing outcomes from legal and illegal adult-use cannabis users has shown that legal access can reduce misuse.
14May
Cannabis tax revenues will fund a Universal Basic Income program
100 low-income families in Albuquerque will receive $750 per month for 3 years, funded by taxes on recreational cannabis sales.
08May
Cannabis use has less impact on airway health than tobacco
The study found that some cannabis users had lower levels of harmful biomarkers in their breath than people who abstained...
08May
Psychedelics may improve mental health by reducing brain inflammation, Harvard study reveals
The Harvard study identified a key anti-inflammatory mechanism behind psychedelic use which may explain the powerful results from these drugs.
05May
Treatment-resistant epilepsy patients see improvement with medical cannabis, UK study finds
Patients on the UK Medical Cannabis Registry reported "significantly positive change" to their epilepsy, quality of life, sleep and anxiety...
02May
Slovenia sets out plans to legalise medical cannabis
Politicians also hope to change the law to allow for "limited" adult recreational use by the end of the year.
02May
Smoking remains America’s preferred method of cannabis consumption, study finds
Despite the rise in edibles, vaping and dabbing, smoking is still the preferred method of consumption for over 41 million...
26Apr
Legalising cannabis led to an increase in use but less misuse, study finds
A study examining trends in adult cannabis consumption in Canada following legalisation in 2018 has found that although overall frequency...
16Apr
Policing drug crime may create more serious violence, Home Office report finds
A systematic review commissioned by the Home Office has found that the UK’s drug policies may be causing more serious...
