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New Study Shows Cannabis Extract Triggers Death of Melanoma Cells
A new study shows that a cannabis extract slowed the growth of human melanoma cells and helped trigger their self-destruction.
February 12, 2024
New Study Shows Data on Cancer Survivors’ Cannabis Use, Effectiveness as Treatment
Results showed that more than 500 of cancer survivor participants treated their symptoms with cannabis.
January 8, 2024
Bernie Sanders Demands Probe of Proposal To Patent Taxpayer-Funded Cancer Drug
Sen. Bernie Sanders wants investigators to investigate a proposal to patent a life-saving new cancer treatment.
October 25, 2023
New Research Exploring Psychedelics as a Treatment for Anxiety in Cancer Patients
Researchers across the country are studying psychedelics such as psilocybin and MDMA as potential treatments for mental health conditions commonly experienced by cancer patients.
October 24, 2023
Roland Griffiths, Pioneer of Johns Hopkins Psilocybin Studies Dead at 77
A nationally renowned name in psychedelic research who helped pave the way for what many have dubbed a new renaissance in psychedelic-based treatments has regrettably passed away at his home in Baltimore.
October 20, 2023
Cannabis Companies, Breast Cancer Organizations Join Forces for Breast Cancer Awareness
Cannabis companies are working to help support breast cancer patients and research through limited-time promotions.
October 5, 2023
Survey: Nearly One-Third of Cancer Patients Use MJ, Most Say Symptoms Improved
Cannabis is used medicinally today for a number of specific purposes, but a new study specifically provides additional insight on how patients diagnosed with cancer use cannabis for symptom management.
September 11, 2023
Senior Citizens Are the Fastest-Growing Demographic Embracing Cannabis
Your grandparents might be cooler than you give them credit for.
August 22, 2023
Doctors To Begin Trial For Psilocybin Therapy To Treat Cancer-Related Anxiety, Depression
“Psychedelics, specifically psilocybin, have shown promise in treating various psychological symptoms including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and end-of-life distress,” they wrote.
July 21, 2023