The breath analysis test can reportedly detect THC and alcohol. A breathalyzer that can determine whether a driver has smoked marijuana might be rolling out in cities as soon as this fall, according to Newsweek. The Oakland, California-based company, Hound Labs, says it has developed the world’s first marijuana breath analysis test, which could be… Continue reading World's First Marijuana "Breathalyzer" Is On The Way But Will It Work?
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EDM Star Illenium Pens Message About Heroin Addiction Struggles
The producer and EDM artist became sober after a heroin overdose six years ago. Producer and electronic dance music (EDM) artist Illenium revealed to fans his struggle with heroin dependency that helped to inspire his current single “Take You Down.” The open letter, which was posted on his Twitter feed and website, detailed the impact that… Continue reading EDM Star Illenium Pens Message About Heroin Addiction Struggles
Serena Williams Gets Candid About "Postpartum Emotions"
By being open about her issues, the tennis star is bringing awareness to postpartum depression that she says is needed. Tennis champ and new mom, Serena Williams, is shedding the shame of struggling with “postpartum emotions.” The 23-time Grand Slam champion is in the midst of a rocky comeback after giving birth to her daughter… Continue reading Serena Williams Gets Candid About "Postpartum Emotions"
Colombian Peace Deal Leads To More Drugs & Violence In Rebel Zones
“When the peace process started, we saw a great future for Ituango, but now, my God, things are worse than they were before.” When the Colombian government reached a deal with the guerrilla group, FARC, in 2016, it was supposed to usher in a new era of peace for the South American nation, and transform… Continue reading Colombian Peace Deal Leads To More Drugs & Violence In Rebel Zones
Marijuana Anonymous Sparking More Interest In Canada
Marijuana Anonymous uses an adaptation of the 12 steps from Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous. For some marijuana users, Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous don’t quite feel like a good fit. That’s why in some areas, Marijuana Anonymous is being introduced as an alternative. According to Vice, the group follows similar routines and readings as… Continue reading Marijuana Anonymous Sparking More Interest In Canada
"Mighty Ducks" Actor Shaun Weiss Arrested For Public Intoxication
Weiss was reportedly held in custody until he sobered up. Shaun Weiss, best known for his role in the Mighty Ducks movies, was arrested in Northern California in the early morning of Saturday, August 4, according to People. According to a police statement, officers came across 38-year-old Weiss and three other individuals outside of a… Continue reading "Mighty Ducks" Actor Shaun Weiss Arrested For Public Intoxication
80-Year-Old Grandmother Arrested For Expired Medical Marijuana Card
The Michigan-based grandmother was forced to spend a night in jail for letting her medical marijuana card lapse. A Michigan grandmother who spent a night in jail for a small amount of cannabis has had her charges dismissed, and now she’s coming forward with her story to advocate for legal cannabis, which voters in Michigan… Continue reading 80-Year-Old Grandmother Arrested For Expired Medical Marijuana Card
Are Opioid Prescription Rates Actually Declining?
While individual states have reported declines in opioid prescription rates, this did not apply for all Americans, according to Mayo Clinic researchers. After reviewing anonymous insurance claims data covering 48 million people between 2007 and 2016, the researchers concluded that “opioid prescription rates have remained flat for insured patients over the last 10 years,” as… Continue reading Are Opioid Prescription Rates Actually Declining?
Could Depression Be Diagnosed By A Blood Test In The Future?
Researchers may have discovered a possible biomarker for major depressive disorder. A blood test is in the works that may be an important new step in fighting depression. In a new study, researchers in the U.S. and Sweden have been examining a chemical in the brain, acetyl-L-carnitine, or LAC for short, to determine if it… Continue reading Could Depression Be Diagnosed By A Blood Test In The Future?
New York Moves To Replace Opioids With Medical Marijuana
Opioid use disorder has been added to the list of qualifying conditions that medical cannabis can be used to treat in the state. Officials in New York have changed medical marijuana policy in order to make it easier for patients to access medical cannabis in lieu of opioids, and have added opioid use disorder to… Continue reading New York Moves To Replace Opioids With Medical Marijuana