How to regulate CBD supplements has become a pressing public health concern as the popularity of CBD supplements has exploded in the United States
Universal screening for cannabinoids recommended before surgery; elective surgery should be postponed in some cases
In survey, some patients report less pain, better physical and social functioning after using medical cannabis
Users endorse medical cannabis for sleep disturbance and mood/anxiety symptoms
Findings observed at the individual level, but less so at the population level, the authors say
Moderate improvement in pain severity and response for products with high THC-to-CBD ratios, but side effects are seen
Measurement of prefrontal cortex oxygenated hemoglobin concentration with functional near-infrared spectroscopy may detect THC impairment
Reasons reported for cannabis use similar for prepregnancy and lactation periods with emphasis on symptom management during pregnancy
Likelihood of being at extremes of nightly sleep duration further increased with heavy cannabis use
Emotional exhaustion reduced, but five participants in treatment group experienced serious adverse events