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The administration of synthetic cannabinoid agonists limits HIV infection in macrophages (white blood cells that aid in the body’s immune response), according to preclinical data published in the Journal of Leukocyte Biology. Macrophages are one of the first type of ...Read More

Study: Cannabinoid Agonists Mitigate HIV Infection

Written by Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director.
Posted on May 7, 2013.
Also filed under AIDS, appetite, immune, medical marijuana, neuropathy, SCIENCE, THC.
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A new study published in The Journal of Leukocyte Biology has found exciting, albeit preliminary research which indicates that THC, one of the main compounds in marijuana, may have HIV fighting capabilities. Although more research is clearly needed, this study validates past ...Read More

New Study Finds THC May Be Helpful In Combating HIV

Written by Idaho NORML.
Posted on May 3, 2013.
Also filed under AIDS, Medical Marijuana Policy, temple university, treatment.
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NORML has recently posted online the fourth edition of its popular and comprehensive booklet, “Emerging Clinical Applications for Cannabis & Cannabinoids: A Review of the Recent Scientific Literature.” Updated and revised for 2011, this report reviews approximately 200 newly published ...Read More