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Heavy Pot Smoking Not Linked to Cancer

By Valerie Tejeda

Habitual pot smokers are at no greater risk for lung cancer than light tokers, a study finds. MORE  

Morning Roundup: May 9, 2013

By Victoria Kim

Cigarettes are a "gateway drug," mood disorders linked to internet addiction, and former Fox News anchor discusses her "dark" struggle with alcoholism. MORE  

Can a Marijuana Pill Cure Your Pain?

By Bryan Le

THC in pill form reduces pain for a longer time than smoking the drug, a new study finds. MORE  

The Seven "Most Exciting" Drugs of 2012

By McCarton Ackerman

Forbes magazine makes some interesting picks in a list of Rx drugs approved by the FDA last year. MORE  

Why Was a Pot-Doesn't-Cause-Cancer Study Ignored?

By Tony O'Neill

Media reactions to research on marijuana and lung cancer show prejudice. MORE  

Cannabis Cancer Risks Way Underestimated

By Bryan Le

One joint is actually as carcinogenic as 20 cigarettes, claims the British Lung Foundation. MORE  

Donated Smokers' Lungs Are Better Than None

By Bryan Le

Those who need a lung transplant benefit most of all from a smoke-free pair. But smokers' organs can still help. MORE  

Dumb New Myths About Marijuana

By Kevin A. Sabet

A much-publicized new study is raising doubts about the harmful effects of pot. But it's dangerously hazy on the facts. MORE  

Now Alcohol's Linked to Lung Cancer Too

By Jennifer Matesa

Heavy drinking can help lead to the deadly disease, while clinical obesity apparently protects you. MORE  

Celebrex May Reduce Lung Cancer Threat in Ex-Smokers

By Dirk Hanson

Controversial arthritis drug cuts down on a crucial protein needed for tumor growth. MORE  

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