Marijuana is far from a “silver bullet” for various illnesses, but it has some promising applications, scientists say ...

New research from UC San Diego sheds light on how cannabis affects youth and their ability to maintain attention, react and ...

The study adds to evidence that cannabis use could lead to weight loss.

The government recently loosened medical marijuana rules. Experts separate fact from fiction about the drug’s safety and ...

When the U.S. Department of Justice moved to reclassify medical marijuana to a Schedule III drug on April 23, 2026, it set the stage for a vast amount of medical research that has been hobbled for ...

Cannabis use among older adults is rising fast, but today’s marijuana is far more potent than many people realize — and experts warn the risks may be underestimated. Stanford Medicine specialists say ...

Dr. Francesca Filbey, a professor of psychology at the University of Texas at Dallas, has studied the effects of cannabis on ...

A German study found a marijuana-based drug reduced chronic back pain. The low-dose THC formula improved pain, sleep, and function. Researchers say it could be a safer alternative to opioids.

Marijuana is made from the shredded and dried parts of the cannabis plant, including the flowers, seeds, leaves, and stems. It’s also known as pot, weed, hash, and dozens of other names. While many ...

Current federal marijuana policy is not based on scientific evidence and risks bypassing the scientific and regulatory ...