@cmcr-ucsd.bsky.social
Established in 2000, the Center for Medicinal Cannabis Research at UCSD I has been at the forefront of advancing science and policy relating to the potential clinical benefits, and limitations, of cannabis and cannabinoids as medicine. www.cmcr.ucsd.edu.
🎥 In Case You Missed It!
Dr. Linda Hill and Sarah Hacker from UC San Diego’s TREDS program presented findings from a multi-state study on Countermeasures and Strategies to Address Cannabis-Impaired Driving at the October CMCR Investigators’ Meeting. https://f.mtr.cool/xwojysusut
🎥 In Case You Missed It!
Dr. Linda Hill and Sarah Hacker from UC San Diego’s TREDS program presented findings from a multi-state study on Countermeasures and Strategies to Address Cannabis-Impaired Driving at the October CMCR Investigators’ Meeting. https://f.mtr.cool/tafxptukyx
📣 Participate in a study examining the impact of using high-THC cannabis dispensary products on driving ability @cmcr-ucsd.bsky.social
#CannabisResearch #Cannabis #CannabisEducation #THC #DrivingSafety #CannabisImpairedDriving
📢 New Study: UC San Diego researchers @ucsdmedschool.bsky.social and @cmcr-ucsd.bsky.social surveyed over 5,000 Californians about cannabis use and driving. Many felt safe driving within hours of use—despite impairment risks.
🔗 https://f.mtr.cool/vmuwlxfzxl
#CannabisResearch
📣 Adult Volunteers Wanted for a Study of Driving Ability @cmcr-ucsd.bsky.social
#CannabisResearch #Cannabis #CannabisEducation #THC #DrivingSafety #CannabisImpairedDriving
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📢 New Study: UC San Diego surveyed more than 5,000 Californians about cannabis and driving. Many users felt safe driving within hours of use—despite impairment. Lower knowledge tied to crash risk.
🔗 https://f.mtr.cool/xhlfyuvynh
#CannabisResearch
📣 Participate in a study examining the impact of using high-THC cannabis dispensary products on driving ability @cmcr-ucsd.bsky.social
#CannabisResearch #Cannabis #CannabisEducation #THC #DrivingSafety #CannabisImpairedDriving
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📢 New Study: Cannabis & Perceptions in Older Canadians
📊 Survey of 1,615 adults 50+
🌿 44% current users; 33% non-users
🤔 Nearly half saw cannabis as low risk, but concerns over cognition & lack of safety data remain
👉 https://f.mtr.cool/mdykkqkazt
#CannabisResearch
📢 New Research from @cmcr-ucsd.bsky.social — cannabis & hypertension
Long-term study (n~4,300 over 35 years) found no significant link between cumulative cannabis use and incident hypertension.
➡️ https://f.mtr.cool/qbkmgzqpgy
#CannabisResearch
🎙️ New High5 episode! Dr. Alison Moore of @healthyagingucsd.bsky.social points to resources like the Canadian guide on cannabis 🌿 and older adults—clear, accessible education for patients and providers alike.
🎧 Listen & subscribe → https://f.mtr.cool/ituptinauz #High5Podcast
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New Study: Cannabis in Substance Use Disorder Treatment
📊 472 surveyed + 22 interviewed
🌿 Smoking & dried flower most used; edibles also common
🔑 THC drove choices; CBD often chosen for medical/harm reduction
👉 https://f.mtr.cool/hzjqqefpvy
#CannabisResearch
🎙️ New High5 episode! Dr. Alison Moore of @healthyagingucsd.bsky.social shares how patients may use cannabis 🌿 with opioids or sedatives—without cutting back. Full substance histories are key for safe care.
🎧 Listen & subscribe → https://f.mtr.cool/rqfrdzeujv #High5Podcast
📢 New Research from @cmcr-ucsd.bsky.social — cannabis & hypertension
Long-term study (n~4,300 over 35 years) found no significant link between cumulative cannabis use and incident hypertension.
➡️ https://f.mtr.cool/fklsuyzkmo
#CannabisResearch
🎙️ New High5 episode! Dr. Alison Moore of @healthyagingucsd.bsky.social highlights links between cannabis 🌿 use in older adults and comorbidities like diabetes and heart disease—though the direction remains unclear.
🎧 Listen & subscribe → https://f.mtr.cool/blfcfjuqdy #High5Podcast
🚨 Just 3 days away! Don’t miss the 2025 CMCR Symposium, Oct 16. Register today! https://f.mtr.cool/dwkeislicm
#CMCR2025
🎙️ New High5 episode! Dr. Alison Moore of @healthyagingucsd.bsky.social warns of cannabis 🌿 risks in older adults—falls, sedation, GI effects—and the importance of watching for misuse.
🎧 Listen & subscribe → https://f.mtr.cool/lgejkpstgb #High5Podcast
🎙️ New High5 episode! Dr. Alison Moore of @healthyagingucsd.bsky.social explains why cannabis 🌿 use is rarely documented in medical records—and how this complicates patient care.
🎧 Listen here: https://f.mtr.cool/ibayrkonla #High5Podcast
🦠🧠 How do cannabinoids affect the microbiota–gut–brain axis & neuroinflammation in SIV/HIV? Learn more Oct 16. https://f.mtr.cool/pdxuhfbdlm #CMCR2025 #CannabisResearch
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⏰ One week to go! The 2025 CMCR Symposium is Oct 16. Register today! https://f.mtr.cool/ioctykgbhf
#CMCR2025
📢 New Study: Cannabis & Alcohol
🍷+🌿 In a lab study of 61 co-users, cannabis use led to fewer drinks consumed. Some participants also reported reduced craving. Suggests cannabis may substitute for alcohol in certain individuals.
👉 https://f.mtr.cool/kkcenozbyo
#CannabisResearch
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📢 New Study: Cannabis & Workplace Testing
📊 CA review (2017–2022, N=21,546): THC-COOH positivity rates rose post-legalization from 0.12% → 0.94% (+683%). Most positives age 20–39; female share ↑ sharply. Urine detects use, not impairment.
👉 https://f.mtr.cool/llmibjnncx
#CannabisResearch
🐀🤢 Want to hear an expert discuss the latest on cannabis hyperemesis syndrome? Learn more Oct 16 at CMCR Symposium. Register now! https://f.mtr.cool/jjhykkoqic #CMCR2025 #CannabisResearch
06.10.2025 22:34 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0🎙️ New High5 episode! Dr. Alison Moore of @healthyagingucsd.bsky.social warns that cannabis edibles 🌿 take 30–120 minutes to kick in—leading some older adults to overuse and land in the ER.
🎧 Listen & subscribe → https://f.mtr.cool/cpfkixppkr #High5Podcast
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New Study: Cannabinoids & Appetite
🐀 Rats given a synthetic CB1 agonist ate more meals (not bigger ones). Blocking Orexin-1 receptors prevented this extra eating + activity, suggesting OX1 may be required for cannabis-driven appetite.
👉 https://f.mtr.cool/ccbpcsfxtv
#CannabisResearch
🎙️ New High5 episode! Dr. Alison Moore of @healthyagingucsd.bsky.social highlights rising cannabis 🌿 use in older adults—7% of those 65+ and 21% of adults 50+ report use.
🎧 Listen & subscribe → https://f.mtr.cool/qztkgbawti #High5Podcast
🍽️🌿 How does the gut endocannabinoid system regulate satiety? Learn more Oct 16 at CMCR Symposium. https://f.mtr.cool/xivhzmsyfd #CMCR2025 #CannabisResearch
02.10.2025 19:01 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0🎙️ New High5 episode! Dr. Alison Moore of @healthyagingucsd.bsky.social highlights evidence that low-dose THC 🌿 may reduce agitation and behavioral symptoms in dementia—and even support caregivers.
🎧 Listen & subscribe → https://f.mtr.cool/wcnckrylhc #High5Podcast
⏳ Just two weeks away! The 2025 CMCR Symposium is Oct 16. Register now! https://f.mtr.cool/zpavgyeslg
#CMCR2025
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New Study: Craving in Chronic Pain
📊 30-day Ecological Momentary Assessment (N=46)
🔹 Craving ↑ on days of opioid+cannabis co-use & w/ pain catastrophizing
🔹 Smaller links: pain, affect, stress
👉 https://f.mtr.cool/llenwopdkd
#CannabisResearch
🐀⚖️ Do cannabinoids change metabolism in obesity? Learn more at the 2025 CMCR Symposium, Oct 16, 2025. Register now! https://f.mtr.cool/lsvfqrxerb
#CMCR2025 #CannabisResearch #GutBrainAxis #MedicalCannabis
