Condition: Aging


Epidemiological characteristics, safety and efficacy of medical cannabis in the elderly

Abstract Introduction There is a substantial growth in the use of medical cannabis in recent years and with the aging of the population, medical cannabis is increasingly used by the elderly. We aimed to…

Developmental exposure to cannabidiol (CBD) alters longevity and health span of zebrafish (Danio rerio)

Please use this link to access this publication. Abstract Consumption of cannabinoid-containing products is on the rise, even during pregnancy. Unfortunately, the long-term, age-related consequences of developmental cannabidiol (CBD) exposure…

A descriptive study of older medical cannabis users in medical cannabis clinics

Please use this link to access this publication. Abstract Introduction There is a dearth of information on older users (65+ years) of medical cannabis, who may face unique challenges due…

The Effects of Cannabis Use on Cognitive Function in Healthy Aging: A Systematic Scoping Review

Abstract Background Older adults (≥50 years) represent the fastest-growing population of people who use cannabis, potentially due to the increasing promotion of cannabis as medicine by dispensaries and cannabis websites. Given…

A chronic low dose of Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) restores cognitive function in old mice

Please use this link to access this publication. Abstract The balance between detrimental, pro-aging, often stochastic processes and counteracting homeostatic mechanisms largely determines the progression of aging. There is substantial…