Pediatric Drug Poisoning Is on the Rise
Dr. Mercola – Between 2001 and 2008, unintentional drug poisonings in children aged 5 and younger rose 22%.
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As Americans Distracted by Trump Tweets, President Quietly Attacks Medical Pot Protections
Matt Agorist – TAs many folks argued over the Stone debacle, behind the scenes, the Trump admin has been taking on medical marijuana — and not in a good way.
Olivia Newton-John Credits Cannabis for Help in Surviving Stage IV Breast Cancer
Alex Pietrowski – “If I hadn’t had the experience I’m having with cannabis I wouldn’t be able to talk about it.”
How Sugar Changes Your Brain Chemistry
Dr. Mercola – Excessive sugar consumption underpins the obesity epidemic by eliciting addiction-like cravings reminiscent of other drugs of abuse.
FDA Failed to Make Sure Opioid Prescriptions Were Safe, Documents Show
Jordan Davidson – The FDA failed to make sure that a program meant to stop improper prescribing of opioids was effective.
Instead of Kidnapping and Caging Drug Addicts, Police are Getting Them Help—And It’s Working
Matt Agorist – When it comes to drug addiction, it turns out rehab is a much more efficient method of recovery than jail.
Opioid Crisis — A Result of Poverty, Availability and Pain
Dr. Mercola – Aggressive marketing is another leading cause of the opioid crisis.
As Americans Distracted by Impeachment, Congress Silently Killed Cannabis Reform—Despite Support
Matt Agorist – On Christmas Eve, Congress shut down cannabis reform despite mounting public support.
In a Historic Move, Vote to Federally Legalize Marijuana to Take Place in Congress—This Week
Matt Agorist – The Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act would remove cannabis from the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).
Dr. Phil Says Smoking Weed Makes You Violent and Lowers Your IQ
Elias Marat – The TV host and unlicensed psychologist claims that cannabis “rewires” young brains and leads to IQ drops.
Cannabis in Modern Medicine
Dr. Mercola – Cannabis is nonaddictive. The U.S. federal government puts THC addiction at about 4%. CBD addiction is nonexistent.
Woman Fights Back Against Charges for Using Cannabis to Treat Her Illness – and She WON
Matt Agorist – Because Cashion was brave enough to stand up to the system, thousands of other people in the state facing weed charges can successfully challenge their charges.
Opioid Drug Crisis: Could the Whole US Congress be Impeached?
Jon Rappoport – Millions of people are facing the devastating effects of the pharma drugs called opioids.
In Canada, You Can Now Buy Magic Mushrooms From a Dispensary
Matt Agorist – A former marijuana dispensary in Canada has upped their game and now sells psilocybin mushrooms.
Judge Rules Johnson & Johnson Must Pay Over $572 Million For Role In Oklahoma Opioid Crisis
Mandy Froelich – In the state of Oklahoma, Johnson & Johnson has been found guilty for pushing doctors to prescribe opioids to patients while downplaying the risks of addiction.
Medical Destruction – It’s Not Just a Conspiracy Theory
Jon Rapopport – If enough authorities repeat “conspiracy theory,” the truth goes begging.
Soon Doctors Will Screen Everyone For Drugs
Mass Privatel – Imagine in the not-too-distant future your job, college ID, drivers license, passport, gun permit, health insurance etc., will depend on you passing a mandatory drug screening.
The Rise and Reversal of Anxiety and Depression
Rosanne Lindsay – Panic attacks and anxiety episodes are rising in the population.
Cannabis Can Relieve Pain 30 Times Better Than Aspirin, New Study Finds
Elias Marat – Scientists are finding compounds in the cannabis plant which can relieve pain 30 times better than aspirin.
For the First Time, Former Big Pharma CEO Arrested for Conspiracy for Fostering Opioid Crisis
Matt Agorist – There are far too many people in high places who profit from the war on drugs.