Prostate cancer ranks as the fifth leading cause of death among men worldwide and is the second most common cancer globally. In Australia, prostate cancer poses a significant health concern, accounting for around 20% of all cancers diagnosed in men. With approximately 375,000 deaths attributed to prostate cancer each year globally and 1.4 million...

The landscape of cancer treatment is rapidly evolving as patients seek new methods for symptom relief and improved quality of life. Among these methods, cannabis has gained significant attention, particularly among cancer patients seeking to alleviate pain, nausea, and other distressing symptoms associated with their illness and its treatments. As cannabis use becomes more...

There has indeed been an increase in cannabis use among Australian teenagers, with recent reports indicating that this demographic is experimenting with marijuana more than with tobacco, a trend noted in various studies over the last few decades​. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, the use of cannabis is now more...

Marijuana, or cannabis, is a widely used psychoactive substance derived from the Cannabis sativa plant. In Australia, marijuana laws vary by state and territory, with medicinal use becoming more accepted, while recreational use remains largely illegal except in certain jurisdictions like the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). Understanding marijuana can help parents, caregivers, and communities...

Cannabidiol, commonly known as CBD, has been in the spotlight in recent years, popping up everywhere from morning smoothies to skincare products in Australia. But what exactly is CBD, and why has it become so popular in health and wellness? What Is CBD, and How Does It Differ from Marijuana and Hemp? CBD, or cannabidiol, is...