Cannabis Instead of Polypharmacy?
Project CBD
NOVEMBER 19, 2019
Polypharmacy - the use of five or more medications on a daily basis - is a modern-day health crisis. Could cannabis be the safer alternative prescribers and patients are looking for?
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California’s Rep. Barbara Lee on Why Legal Cannabis Must Require Social Equity, Too
NORML
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Representative Barbara Lee. With the 2020 US Presidential race in full swing, we’re witnessing, for the first time, a moment when virtually every single Democratic candidate supports major cannabis law reforms at the federal level. But some Democrats have been fighting for for marijuana policy reform far longer than others. One of these politicians is Representative Barbara Lee ; she currently represents California’s 13th District which includes Alameda, Berkeley, and Oakland.
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Nationwide cannabis legalization bill advances on Capitol Hill
Leafly
NOVEMBER 20, 2019
Marijuana legalization advocates are making historic advances in Congress. Read the details. The post Nationwide cannabis legalization bill advances on Capitol Hill appeared first on Leafly.
HISTORIC: A bill to end marijuana prohibition just passed
NORML
NOVEMBER 20, 2019
Today, you were a part of making history. The House Judiciary Committee just approved the MORE Act on a bipartisan vote of 24-10. This is legislation that tens-of-thousands advocated for by sending messages, making phone calls, and meeting with lawmakers in DC and district offices. This marks the first time that a congressional committee has ever passed a bill to remove marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act.
Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond
Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken
The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.
The FDA is worried about CBD. Should you be concerned?
Leafly
NOVEMBER 27, 2019
Officials say CBD "has the potential to harm you." Here's what they're worried about, and how it relates to over-the-counter products. The post The FDA is worried about CBD. Should you be concerned? appeared first on Leafly.
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The complete guide to CBD (cannabidiol)
Leafly
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
Got questions about the benefits of CBD? We have answers. Learn what CBD is, how to use CBD oil for various conditions, what to look for in CBD edibles, and much more. The post The complete guide to CBD (cannabidiol) appeared first on Leafly.
Study: Daily Cannabis Use Among Pain Patients Associated with Less Non-Prescription Opioid Use
NORML
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
Patients suffering from persistent pain conditions who frequently use cannabis are far less likely to use non-prescription opioids, according to longitudinal data published in the journal PLOS One. A team of investigators from Canada and the United States assessed drug use trends in chronic pain patients over a multi-year period (June 1, 2014 to December 1, 2017).
Another Study Links Vitamin E Additive to Lung Illness
NORML
NOVEMBER 27, 2019
Data published today in the weekly publication of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides further evidence that the presence of vitamin E acetate (oil) in illicit market, e-liquid vape products is likely associated with EVALI (e-cigarette or vaping product use-associated lung injury). Minnesota investigators identified the presence of the oil additive in 24 of the products used by 11 patients with the lung disease.
Solving Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome
Cannabis Life Network
NOVEMBER 28, 2019
Cannabis is revered for relieving so many ailments without itself causing a plethora of side effects. Some people find THC to be uncomfortable, though. Even individuals who do have an endearing love for the herb can completely turn a cheek on THC from a rare condition, known as Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome. People have gone from […]. The post Solving Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome appeared first on Cannabis News | Lifestyle Tips | Expert Opinions | Stocks.
A Dispensary Dichotomy – Why Activists Are Needed on Both Sides of the Brick and Mortar
Cannabis Life Network
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
A lot of cannabis consumers were suspended in terror at the beginning of October, 2018. Many dispensaries were announcing their closure and we did not know when or if they would reopen. Some cannabis retail shops were silent, while others were just as unsure of their province’s upcoming actions as we were. In British Columbia, […]. The post A Dispensary Dichotomy – Why Activists Are Needed on Both Sides of the Brick and Mortar appeared first on Cannabis News | Lifestyle Tips |
Congress Should Lift the Ban on Medical Cannabis Access for Military Veterans
NORML
NOVEMBER 11, 2019
Americans in 33 states and the District of Columbia have legal access to medical marijuana under a doctor’s authorization. But this same access is often lacking for many military veterans. That is because the current policy of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs explicitly prohibits V.A. physicians “from completing forms or registering veterans for participation in state-approved [medical marijuana] program[s].” … Continued congressional intransigence on this issue is
CBD and Fibromyalgia
Otherside Farms
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
Cannabidiol, also known as CBD, is the chemical compound made from cannabis plants. The plant is also known as hemp or marijuana. Using CBD in forms such as Cannabidiol oil can offer more benefits with fewer risks than using medical marijuana. It does not affect the mind as it does not contain the compound from cannabis called tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC for short, which creates the high.
Rep. Lee: Fight to end restrictions on veterans’ access to medical marijuana
NORML
NOVEMBER 8, 2019
Barbara Lee is a member of Congress representing California’s 13th District. As a supporter of NORML, I know that you’re aware of the damage that unjust marijuana prohibition continues to inflict across the country, especially on communities of color. What you may not know, is that one group that prohibition falls hard upon is our nation’s veterans.
What’s the difference between CBD derived from hemp and cannabis?
Leafly
NOVEMBER 22, 2019
Both hemp and cannabis can produce CBD, but they're different in the eyes of the law. Why? The post What’s the difference between CBD derived from hemp and cannabis? appeared first on Leafly.
Pew Poll: Two-Thirds of Americans Say “Marijuana Should Be Made Legal”
NORML
NOVEMBER 14, 2019
More than two out of three US adults believe that the personal use of cannabis should be legal, according to nationwide polling data compiled and released today by the Pew Research Center. Sixty-seven percent of respondents say that the “use of marijuana should be made legal.” That is the highest percentage of support ever recorded by Pew, which has been surveying Americans’ attitudes on marijuana policy since 1969.
Study: Pain Patients Report Significant Health Improvements Following Enactment of Medical Cannabis Access Laws
NORML
NOVEMBER 1, 2019
Those suffering from chronic pain report significant improvements in health following the passage of medical cannabis access laws, according to data published in the journal Forum for Health Economics & Policy. Researchers affiliated with the University of Pennsylvania and the Perelman School of Medicine assessed the impact of medical cannabis legalization laws on self-reported health outcomes.
Poll: Most Americans Support Ending Federal Cannabis Criminalization
NORML
NOVEMBER 5, 2019
More than six in ten US adults say that they favor “changing federal law to legalize marijuana for recreational use,” according to national polling data compiled by Politico and Harvard’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health. It is the third national survey released within the past month showing strong majority support among Americans for legalizing marijuana.
It's Never Too Late to Start Using Medical Cannabis
Project CBD
NOVEMBER 19, 2019
Cannabis geriatrics and age-related pathologies were major topics at this year’s International Association of Cannabinoid Medicines. Seniors are currently the fastest-growing demographic of cannabis users worldwide, but is cannabis safe for the elderly? What might be the benefits?
The FDA Issues Hemp-CBD Warning Letters and a Consumer Update
Canna Law Blog
NOVEMBER 29, 2019
The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) had a busy Monday this week. On November 25, the agency issued warning letters to 15 businesses selling hemp-derived CBD (“Hemp-CBD”) products as unapproved drugs. The FDA also released updated consumer guidance on Hemp-CBD. Warning Letters. The recent batch of warning letters appear to turn on the marketing of Hemp-CBD products as unapproved drugs.
How to use CBD for anxiety
Leafly
NOVEMBER 21, 2019
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health disorders worldwide. Enter CBD, which has potential as a treatment for anxiety. The post How to use CBD for anxiety appeared first on Leafly.
Cannabis in the UK: Why Being a Brit Sucks
LIWTS
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
The whole subject of cannabis in the UK right now is rather embarrassing. Cannabis culture is alive and well, but remains confined to the underground. All forms of cannabis in the UK are 100% illegal and are destined to remain as such for some time to come. Meanwhile, tens of millions of stoners in the [ ] The post Cannabis in the UK: Why Being a Brit Sucks appeared first on Legalize it.
UK: Tommy Corbyn’s Hemp Business Goes Into Receivership
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 24, 2019
The original report was in the Daily Mail so we did fact check and as you’ll see from the UK Gazette, receivership has been declared. The story goes something like this. Tommy Corbyn son of UK Labour party leader Jeremy Corbyn has gone into receivership with debts of £100K with his hemp company National Hemp Service “NHS” Accusations are flying about but at the moment simple mismanagement appears to be the issue.
Marijuana Consumers Have a Lot to Be Thankful For
NORML
NOVEMBER 28, 2019
At NORML, as we gather around the table today, we’re thankful not only for the dozens of legislative victories and the historic votes in Congress in 2019, we’re thankful for you, our supporters, members, and donors, who’ve made this progress possible. It’s because of your passion, commitment, and generosity that NORML has been able to sustain the fight to end marijuana prohibition for nearly fifty years… and together, we’ll keep winning.
Farmer in Japan Fights for Freedom Over Medical Cannabis
Cannabis Life Network
NOVEMBER 10, 2019
On December 3, 2018, Tetsuya Aoyama, a humble farmer in Obihiro, Hokkaido, was arrested on suspicion of violating Japan’s Cannabis Control Act. He was arrested for possessing 29 kg (64 lb) of cannabis, which was the second-largest amount of cannabis seized in Japan in the last 10 years. But the reasons he had that much […]. The post Farmer in Japan Fights for Freedom Over Medical Cannabis appeared first on Cannabis News | Lifestyle Tips | Expert Opinions | Stocks.
Hemp-CBD Across State Lines: Minnesota
Canna Law Blog
NOVEMBER 24, 2019
The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“2018 Farm Bill”) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. The 2018 Farm Bill gives the US Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) regulatory authority over hemp cultivation at the federal level.
Can indoor cannabis ever be sustainable?
Leafly
NOVEMBER 26, 2019
Indoor cannabis growing is wasteful when it comes to energy usage. Here's what you can do to make growing more green. The post Can indoor cannabis ever be sustainable? appeared first on Leafly.
Understanding the Difference Between Indica and Sativa Cannabis Strains
Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)
NOVEMBER 19, 2019
If you have been into a dispensary recently, you may have noticed that there are three main types of offerings: Indica, Sativa, and hybrid. Sativa and Indica represent two distinct strains of cannabis and have different intended effects. As the name implies, hybrid plants are a combination of Indica and Sativa strains and provide the effects of each plant.
Cannabis Testing + Branding = Business Building
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 24, 2019
If you wish to re-publish this story please do so with following accreditation. AUTHOR: Glenn Johnson. PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. Shannon Swantek, CQA, Principal Scientist, CEO, Enlightened Quality Analytics. . Building the bridge between brands and the marketplace through testing and the importance of good data. From a branding and marketing standpoint, I’m convinced that until we bridge the science of the medical market with the consumer’s experience in the recreational market, ignorance
BREAKING: Bill To End Marijuana Prohibition Passes Key Committee
NORML
NOVEMBER 20, 2019
For the first time ever, a congressional committee has approved a piece of legislation to end marijuana prohibition in the United States. The Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment, and Expungement Act, better known as The MORE Act, would remove marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act and impose a minor excise tax on the legal cannabis industry to pay for the expungement of criminal records, among other changes, passed with a bipartisan vote of 24 to 10. “This is a truly historic moment
How Cannabis And CBD Can Help Treat Serious Spinal Cord Injuries
The Fresh Toast
NOVEMBER 22, 2019
Cannabis and cannabinoids like THC and CBD can deliver various medicinal benefits and relieve many painful side effects caused by this injury. Continue reading How Cannabis And CBD Can Help Treat Serious Spinal Cord Injuries at The Fresh Toast.
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