08/10/2025
Cannabis can improve quality of life and support healthy ageing in elderly populations when used in the right conditions, according to a major systematic review of existing research.
The analysis, published in the Journal of Cannabis Research, reviewed 18 previous studies to establish whether cannabis can help combat health concerns that accompany an ageing global population.
"Preliminary findings suggest significant health and well-being improvements for older adults prescribed CBMPs, emphasising the potential of medical cannabis in addressing the unique challenges of ageing," the study said.
“Current evidence from human studies highlights that long-term cannabis use, particularly when initiated early in life, may have adverse effects on cognitive function and brain health in older adults. In contrast, limited research suggests that cannabis use initiated in ageing might have different outcomes, including potential therapeutic benefits, though this remains to be conclusively determined.”
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