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South African Research Team Says Cannabis is ‘Very Promising’ as an Opioid Replacement

Veriheal

Clinical trials into cannabis’ potential as an opioid replacement are well underway in South Africa. Quite frankly, the clinical trials couldn’t have come at a better time. Grinspoon’s devotion to cannabis stems from his father Lester Grinspoon’s longtime advocacy efforts. .

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 1/4/19

NORML

Separate provisions in the bill exclude cannabidiol from the federal definition of marijuana, permit VA doctors to authorize medical cannabis access to qualified patients, and remove undue federal barriers to clinical trial research to better assess the safety and efficacy of medical cannabis.

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How Medical Marijuana Helps With Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms

MMJ Recs

of medical marijuana as a viable treatment option for certain conditions, including Multiple Sclerosis (MS), leading to increased advocacy for uniform regulations and broader accessibility. Some clinical trials have shown that cannabinoids, particularly THC and CBD, effectively reduce muscle spasticity and pain in MS patients.

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CBD and Hemp Legal and Regulatory Roundup – October 2021 #3

Cannabis Law Report

s NORML Coordinator Dale Gieringer, Delta-8 has undergone minimal testing in humans, “therefore, little is known about its long-term safety, its consumption at high dosages, or its medicinal effects.” Additionally, the advocacy group views Delta-8 THC as a Schedule I substance under federal law. According to Calif.’s

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Press Release: Maya and National Psychedelics Association Announce Partnership to Support Psilocybin-Assisted Services in Oregon

Cannabis Law Report

Through this collaboration, the NPA and Maya will offer both the education and the technology infrastructure needed to make this possible, ensuring accessibility and safety to all communities. “We We don’t believe safety and access are opposing polarities that must be constantly balanced. ABOUT THE NATIONAL PSYCHEDELICS ASSOCIATION.

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Epilepsy and MMJ: Exploring the Promising Treatment Benefits

MMJ Recs

While anecdotal evidence and individual success stories have sparked interest in using MMJ for seizure control, scientific research plays a crucial role in establishing its safety and efficacy. Clinical trials and studies are underway to examine the potential benefits and risks of MMJ as a treatment option for epilepsy.

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Marinus Pharmaceuticals Announces New Clinical and Research Data to be Presented at American Epilepsy Society Meeting

Cannabis Law Report

We are honored to be at the AES Meeting this year after almost a year of planning from our medical and scientific affairs, clinical, and advocacy teams, with nine presentations spanning our IV and oral portfolio—Marinus’ largest data showing to date,” said Scott Braunstein, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of Marinus Pharmaceuticals. “We