THC Review

News and science on THC from a public interest perspective. A trial from Newsletter: Ed @philcaincom

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Cannabis is beginning to reach large commercial scale, with all the extra challenges that this brings. We should not let it become alcohol and tobacco 3.0.
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"Much as the United States previously went too far in banning pot, it has recently gone too far in accepting and even promoting its use. Given the growing harms from marijuana use, American lawmakers should do more to regulate it."
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"Those who began using cannabis before age 15 and continued daily or near-daily were more likely to seek care for depression, anxiety, suicidal distress and physical conditions such as respiratory problems and injuries," found a recent study. @mcgillu
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"Germany eased its cannabis laws last year.... Eighteen months into the changes, most cannabis is still consumed from criminal sources or purchased through creative interpretations of prescription rules."
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[Alcohol Review @alcohol_review]

In this issue: US alcohol inclusion call; Heart benefits rejected; Lobbyist’s credentials queried; Tax plan Vietnam; New cancer risk identified. Why alcohol is bad injury medicine; US research funding cuts itemised. Man quiz.
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In this issue: Online ad ban draft; New FASD guidelines; NZ policy support strong: New alliance launches; Brits back health; Top doc doubt. Plus: Approaching addiction through environment; And US alcohol normalisation after Prohibition
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"Indiana Governor Mike Braun signed a law Tuesday banning marijuana advertising in Indiana."
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"A group of American alcohol retailers called for tighter state regulations for cannabis, seeking to restrict the sale of intoxicating marijuana products only to businesses licensed to sell alcohol."
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In this issue: Tax cut ahead of Aus election; Indian ad clampdown; 0.0 loophole campaign; Canada’s bourbon blockade; Breakup drinking; Beer and sandwiches, and more. Plus AR2025 Spotlight session briefing; Opinion: The case for pure free time hedonism
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On March 20th Alcohol Review 2025's live sessions will explore ways to win against alcohol industry narratives and put evidence-based policies into effect, creating a centerpiece for a catalogue impactful sessions from around the world. Join us. https://t.co/7Zi9L0y84F

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Auditorium open: The build up to Alcohol Review 2025 has begun, with many recorded Spotlight sessions set to be posted to othis page in the coming days, ahead of the live event on March 20th. Please check it out and share. Hoping you will join us.
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Advertisers know full well humans are feeling-driven creatures. We could usefully resolve to harness this fact ourselves by systematically pursuing the feelings we want from our free time.
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It also tracks cannabis consumption.

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The CDC site tracking alcohol and other drug use has been taken down as part of the Trump transition. The Youth Risk Behavioral Surveillance System (https://t.co/oAFkUKJgir) monitors health-related behaviours among high school students.

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Why have Americans turned cold on marijuana legalization? As Jon Caulkins and I describe in @TheAtlantic it could because legalization hasn't delivered what voters were promised.
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In this issue: Outgoing US Surgeon General sparks cancer debate; Investor drops alcohol; Psychedelic efforts hit high; Lo-no policy warning ignored
Features: Alcohol-free hype unhelpful; The case for free time hedonism; Alcohol pleasure in perspective
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Alcohol Review 2025 will feature ten minute Spotlight sessions from researchers, advocates, experts, policymakers and health practitioners before, during and long after the live event. Maximise your impact. APPLY NOW https://t.co/KNsqtVqPsO

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EVENT UPDATE: The live speakers at Alcohol Review 2025 will be Grant Ennis, author of the acclaimed book Dark PR, and Alice Wiseman, alcohol and drug lead at the UK Association of Directors of Public Health. Please register to secure your place.
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The New Year is when many of us try to change our habits, resolving to cut back on alcohol, save money and exercise more. But we might also usefully take a step back to ensure our free time satisfies our appetite for feelings and sensation. [preview]
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In this issue: Finns told less alcohol, better health; UK alcohol “catastrophe” highlighted’; US issues exceptionalist health report; Australian delivery proposals hailed; Saudi 2034 stadium drinking ban; Nigeria sachet ban enforcement
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Ensure your work on reducing alcohol harm reaches a uniquely-engaged global audience. Alcohol Review 2025 will disseminate compelling spotlight sessions before, during and after the live event. Submit yours early to help maximise your impact.
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Join Alcohol Review 2025, a uniquely accessible, solution-focussed forum for everyone involved in the profound challenge of tackling alcohol harm worldwide. It will showcase key research and action alongside an agenda-setting live online event.
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