In recent years, cannabis vaporizers and pre-packaged cartridges have seen a significant surge in popularity across Australia. With estimates indicating sales growth of nearly 50% between 2017 and 2018, this trend reflects a growing consumer preference for alternative methods of cannabis consumption. As many Australians seek healthier options to traditional smoking, vaping has emerged...

Cannabis is renowned for its distinctive and pungent aroma. This smell tends to permeate car interiors, linger in rooms long after consumption, and cling to individuals who regularly partake in its use. While many plants release unique scents, the smell of cannabis is particularly potent, often described as skunky. Many Australians can recall their first...

In 1998, Canadian snowboarder Ross Rebagliati made headlines after winning the gold medal in the men’s giant slalom event at the Winter Olympics in Nagano, Japan. Just a day after his historic victory, Rebagliati faced disqualification due to a positive test for marijuana, with his urine showing 17.8 nanograms of THC—above the then-limit of...

Allergies can significantly affect quality of life, and as cannabis use rises in Australia, so too does the need for comprehensive information regarding potential allergic reactions to this plant. According to recent studies, millions of Australians suffer from various allergies, and cannabis is emerging as a new allergenic substance that can impact users, including...

A recent study has helped to challenge the long-standing belief that cannabis acts as a gateway drug—a substance that leads users to experiment with harder drugs. Researchers found that when a region legalizes cannabis, it does not correlate with an increase in the use of other illicit substances or an uptick in substance abuse,...