A recent Scientific American article by reporter Jackie Flynn Mogensen highlights a major federal policy shift as the Trump administration reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III controlled substance. The change may ease research barriers and expand scientific access while maintaining federal oversight. Dr. Staci Gruber underscores the significance of the shift, noting that it formally "recognizes that cannabis has accepted medical us

Dana Taylor of USA Today speaks with Dr. Staci Gruber to discuss the current state of medical cannabis research in this episode of The Excerpt . While emerging evidence suggests cannabinoids may offer therapeutic potential for conditions and indications like anxiety, pain, sleep, and epilepsy, the classification of cannabis as a Schedule I drug continues to limit clinical research. Dr. Gruber underscores the need for rigorous scientific evidence to guide the safe and effecti

In this episode of The Second Opinion , Dr. Sharon Malone sits down with Dr. Staci Gruber to examine how cannabis interacts with women’s brains and bodies – especially during times of hormonal transition. Dr. Gruber explains how shifting estrogen levels across the lifespan – from adolescence and pregnancy to perimenopause and menopause – can change how cannabis affects mood, sleep, pain, cognition, and mental health. She also breaks down why research based largely on men lea

On this episode of Chasing Life , Dr. Sanjay Gupta , Chief Medical Correspondent for CNN , examines the growing use of CBD and THC for arthritis and joint pain and what the science currently says about their potential benefits and limitations. He highlights Dr. Staci Gruber's emphasis on the complexities of dosing cannabinoid-based products, underscoring the idea "start low and go slow". Listen to the podcast here .

A recent New York Times article by Julie Creswell explores the rapid rise of THC-infused beverages, which are increasingly being marketed as alternatives to alcoholic drinks. As interest grows, these products are appearing in more mainstream retail spaces and sparking new conversations about health and regulatory implications. Dr. Staci Gruber offers her expert perspective, noting that these products can produce a wide range of effects in consumers. Read the article here .

Are THC drinks a healthier alternative to alcohol? In an article from CNET , Faith Foushee reports on what the experts want you to know. Dr. Staci Gruber clarifies that cannabinoid based products are not uniform in composition, potency, or effect and emphasizes how consumers should understand what they're drinking. "You can always take more, but you can never take less" says Dr. Gruber, advising that individuals trying these beverages should "start low and go slow". Read the

NPR reporter Bill Chappell highlights a major federal policy shift after President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing marijuana to be reclassified from a Schedule I to a Schedule III controlled substance, acknowledging its potential for medical use and potentially easing some research barriers. While the change does not legalize cannabis at the federal level, it is intended to expand scientific study and reduce regulatory burdens that have long hindered resear

The Editorial Board of the Boston Globe reports on the recent executive order Donald Trump signed 12/18 to expedite the reclassification of marijuana. Reclassifying cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III drug will move it from a category that include "dangerous drugs that have no accepted medical use", to a category of drugs "which have 'moderate to low' potential for dependence and have an accepted medical use" like ketamine, steroids, and testosterone. This reclassifica

Dr. Staci Gruber joins Arun Rath in the latest All Things Considered Episode with on WGBH to discuss the significant shift in federal drug policy after President Trump moved to reclassify marijuana from a Schedule I to Schedule III substance Dr. Gruber explains how rescheduling could reduce burdensome restrictions that have slowed research progress, offering new opportunities to explore both potential therapeutic benefits and risks, and underscores the importance of rigoro

Can marijuana help you sleep? Asks Lindsey Bever of The Washington Post in a recent article exploring the increasing use of cannabinoid products as sleep aids. Findings from research on cannabis and sleep remain mixed, in part due to differences in product composition, dosages, delivery methods, and individual health factors. Dr. Staci Gruber notes that while some cannabinoids show promise for sleep in early research, rigorous research is essential to clarify who might benef

Mary Cunningham of CBS news reports on the rise in popularity of cannabis beverages and how some individuals are using them to replace alcoholic drinks. Dr. Gruber weighs in, stating the quick onset of cannabis-infused drinks compared to edibles, and how those interested in trying should be mindful about the experience. Read the article here .

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