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Johns Hopkins trial finds edibles plus alcohol can amplify simulated driving impairment; sobriety tests often miss it

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A controlled Johns Hopkins Medicine study found that taking cannabis edibles with alcohol can produce greater and longer-lasting impairment on a driving simulator than using either substance alone, while standardized field sobriety tests frequently failed to flag cannabis-related impairment unless alcohol levels were high.

Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. conducted its first quarter 2026 earnings conference call on May 5, 2026. Company executives including CEO Boris Jordan and CFO Ed Kremer participated alongside analysts from major firms. The call included standard forward-looking statement disclaimers.

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Researchers at Stellenbosch University say they have found the first evidence of rare phenolic compounds known as flavoalkaloids in cannabis leaves, after profiling dozens of plant chemicals across three commercially grown strains.

A comprehensive review of clinical trials suggests that cannabis products high in THC may provide modest, short-term relief for chronic pain, especially neuropathic types, but with notable side effects. In contrast, CBD-dominant products offer no clear advantages. Researchers call for more long-term studies to assess safety and efficacy.

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Laboratory research led by scientists at Khon Kaen University indicates that cannabidiol (CBD) and delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), two key cannabis compounds, can slow the growth and spread of ovarian cancer cells in vitro, particularly when used together in a 1:1 ratio, while causing relatively limited damage to healthy cells. The early-stage findings, reported in Frontiers in Pharmacology, suggest a potential avenue for future ovarian cancer treatments but are far from clinical use.

Researchers from UC San Diego and 23andMe have discovered genetic links to cannabis use behaviors, connecting them to over 100 health traits. The study, published on October 13, 2025, in Molecular Psychiatry, highlights two key genes and could inform prevention of cannabis use disorder. It analyzed data from nearly 132,000 participants to explore early-stage risks.

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A new study presented at the American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress found that nearly 42% of drivers killed in crashes in Ohio had active THC in their blood, with levels far exceeding legal limits. The prevalence remained unchanged even after recreational cannabis legalization in 2023. Researchers urge stronger public messaging on the risks of driving after marijuana use.

 

 

 

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