STUDY: Cannabis reduces chronic pain patients use of opioids Ian Price November 24, 2021 1 minute read A new study shows chronic pain patients significantly reduce their use of opioids following the initiation of Cannabis Therapy. The head of a Virginia Marijuana Advocacy Group tells WFIR’ Ian Price that that’s nothing new: Share: Post navigation Previous: Two working fires in RoanokeNext: Hot pursuit in Bedford County ends in accident Related Stories Calling all heroes: TAP asks for donations for its Superhero Kids Counseling Program Emma Thomas April 23, 2026 Roanoke Fashion Week Returns Emma Thomas April 22, 2026 Virginia redistricting referendum passes by razor-thin margin as legal challenges loom Ian Price April 22, 2026