Chronic pain is one of the most frustrating parts of aging. Unfortunately, it is the reality that millions of people around the United States deal with on a daily basis. Establishing helpful methods for managing chronic pain will go a long … [Read more...]
Long Term Impact of Cannabis Use
A new study from the American Heart Association indicates that cannabis use is linked to a higher risk of heart attack or stroke. This risk remained regardless of how marijuana was consumed. It might make more sense to someone … [Read more...]
Long Term Marijuana Use and Heart Disease
Recently, a team of researchers looked at how long term marijuana use can impact someone who has heart surgery. What they found was that those who have used cannabis for an extended period of time tend to have worse results than those who … [Read more...]
Cannabis Use and the Senior Brain
Cannabis has been legalized in a good part of the United States. The popular perception is that it is similar to alcohol, but safer because of the medicinal qualities that are associated with it. However, research indicates that this is … [Read more...]
Cannabis Might Be an Effective Alternative to Opioids
As the opioid crisis continues to plague our country, researchers are looking for ways to keep people safe, and still have a handle on their chronic pain. One method that has shown promise is the use of cannabis instead of opioids. That … [Read more...]
Does Cannabis Have a Place in Senior Care?
Canada recently legalized recreational marijuana use, and a whole host of ethical questions have been raised across the globe regarding whether or not this should be repeated in other countries. On one hand, this drug brings about a lot of … [Read more...]