Cannabis use disorder affects 30% of the people who use the drug.
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Sitting Presidents Have Biggest Influence Over Public Cannabis Approval
Some believe that if a Democrat takes office in 2020, federal cannabis legalization will soon follow, as all major candidates support the issue.
Is Drug Use Behind Rising Syphilis Rates?
Syphilis rates have skyrocketed 156% for women from 2013 to 2017—and drug use may be making it worse.
Is Drug Use Behind Rising Siphilis Rates?
Syphilis rates have skyrocketed 156% for women from 2013 to 2017 and drug use may play a prominent role in the transmission.
Emergency Rooms Are Failing Overdose Victims, Study Shows
Fewer than 10% of people who were treated in West Virginia emergency rooms for non-fatal overdose were connected with medication-assisted treatment.
Microdosing Study Yields Mixed Results
Researchers explored the physical and mental effects of microdosing in a new study.
Can SSRIs Interfere With Opioid Pain Relief?
A new study examined whether patients who were on SSRIs received less pain relief from certain opioids.
Inside NFL Players' & Retirees' Rising Use Of Prescription Opioids
“If I didn’t play in the NFL, I know I wouldn’t have been in this situation,” said one former offensive tackle who battled a painkiller addiction.
Anti-Diarrhea Medication Abuse Continues To Skyrocket
Cases of loperamide exposure are up 90% over a five-year period.
Study Challenges Link Between Teen Social Media Use And Depression
Researchers explored whether teens are using social media to feel better or if it makes them feel worse.