Marijuana Is Much Safer Than Alcohol or Tobacco, According To a New Study
Marijuana is roughly 114 times less deadly than alcohol, according to recent findings published in the journal Scientific Reports.
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Meet the New Drug Czar, Not the Same as the Old Drug Czar
Michael Botticelli is the new head of the Office of National Drug Control Policy. He's a breath of fresh air in the drug czar's office.
Pot Could Save Your Life: 4 Ways Cannabis is Good for Your Brain
It's not just about getting high--cannabis could save your life.
Consuming Alcohol Poses a Much Larger Risk for Driving Accidents Than Cannabis
Drivers who test positive for the presence of THC in blood are no more likely to be involved in motor vehicle crashes than are drug-free drivers.
Compounds in Marijuana ‘May Help Balance Brain Chemical Linked to Emotions’
Marijuana could be used to treat the depression that results from long term stress, a controversial study has suggested.
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy Says Marijuana ‘Can Be Helpful’ For Some Medical Conditions
Dr. Vivek Murthy, the nation's new surgeon general, says that marijuana "can be helpful" for some medical conditions, and wants science to dictate policy on the federally banned substance.
Legalized Marijuana Might Be the Best Thing to Ever Happen to Heroin Addicts
In the 1930s, Harry J. Anslinger, the first head of the Federal Bureau of Narcotics, embarked on a fierce anti-marijuana campaign.
Major Health Study: Long-Time Pot Smokers Face Little Damage to Their Lungs
Some coughing, maybe; but serious issues, no.
Which US State Has Highest Concentration of Pot Smokers?
It's not California, and it's not Colorado.
IQ and Drug Use
Two major papers have found a positive correlation between high childhood IQ and adult drug use.
