July, 2020

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Endocannabinoid Discovery Timeline

Project CBD

Pioneers in the burgeoning field of CBD and cannabinoid science have opened the door to new vistas of understanding human biology and physiology.

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Study: Cumulative Use of Cannabis Not Associate with Heart Abnormalities at Middle Age

NORML

"Our finding that occasional marijuana was not associated with ECG abnormalities adds to the growing body of evidence that this level of marijuana use and CVD events and markers of subclinical atherosclerosis are not associated.". The post Study: Cumulative Use of Cannabis Not Associate with Heart Abnormalities at Middle Age appeared first on NORML.

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Using Medical Marijuana and CBD for PTSD

Leafwell

Many Americans celebrate the Fourth of July with cookouts, ice cream, red, white, and blue everything, cold beer, swimming, and of course, fireworks. It’s the time of year when people can set aside their differences and celebrate what unites them: the love for their country. But there’s a sad irony to the holiday as well. For many who fought for the freedoms that are celebrated on Independence Day.

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Making Medical Cannabis History

Project CBD

In the recent annals of medical cannabis history, a defining moment came in 2013 when CNN a reported on the seemingly miraculous antiseizure effects of CBD.

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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.

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What is THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol) and How Does it Work?

Leafwell

What is THC? How Does THC Affect the Body? How is THC Processed or Metabolized By the Body? How Do CBD and THC Interact with Each Other? What Medical Benefits and Uses Does THC Have? How Much THC Should I Use? What Are the Risks of THC? How Do I Overcome THC’s Negative Effects? Are There Any Other Psychoactive Cannabinoids? What is Tetrahydrocannabinolic Acid (THCA)?

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Did women use cannabis as medicine in ancient Egypt?

Leafly

While we don’t know everything about this ancient empire, we do know women worked with medicine and magic, and that cannabis may have played a part. The post Did women use cannabis as medicine in ancient Egypt? appeared first on Leafly.

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Webinar: Why Cannabis is Effective for Chronic Pain and Insomnia

Leafwell

Our team here at Leafwell is committed to learning as much as possible about medical cannabis and its uses, as well as sharing our knowledge with the wider community. To do this, we partner with other industry experts in the cannabis space who share our passion and commitment to expanding the knowledge base around medical cannabis. Leafwell and Vireo Health presented a webinar in July 2020 which.

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Biden’s Marijuana Plan Is out of Step with Public Opinion, Would Do Little to Mitigate the Failed Policy of Federal Prohibition

NORML

NORML is skeptical that this proposed recommendation will bring about the sort of tangible marijuana policy changes that voters have consistently demanded — in national polls and at the ballot box. The post Biden’s Marijuana Plan Is out of Step with Public Opinion, Would Do Little to Mitigate the Failed Policy of Federal Prohibition appeared first on NORML.

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5 positive testimonials on medical marijuana benefits from real patients

Cannabis Life Network

We’d like to shine a light on a few patients in this article, to share their insights and experiences on how medical marijuana has benefitted them throughout their illness. Please take the time to read through the list of 5 testimonials from real patients who have had positive outcomes from using the herb for their […]. The post 5 positive testimonials on medical marijuana benefits from real patients appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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What is CBG (Cannabigerol)?

Leafwell

In all the talk about THC and CBD, other cannabinoids can get forgotten about. Yet, these other compounds can affect how CBD and THC work, alongside having unique properties of their own. Cannabigerol (CBG) is one of those seemingly forgotten cannabinoids, yet it’s the one that leads to the creation of THC and CBD. It is THC’s and CBD’S “parent” cannabinoid.

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Survey: Majority of Health Care Professionals Endorse Cannabis Use Instead of Opioids in Chronic Pain Patients

NORML

Of eligible respondents, 72 percent agreed with the statement, “Medical marijuana should be used to reduce the use of opioids for non-cancer pain.” Sixty-three percent of respondents also agreed, “The DEA should reclassify marijuana so that it is no longer a schedule I drug.". The post Survey: Majority of Health Care Professionals Endorse Cannabis Use Instead of Opioids in Chronic Pain Patients appeared first on NORML.

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What is the Endocannabinoid System (ECS)?

Leafwell

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) refers to the human body’s ability to produce its own natural cannabinoids (called endocannabinoids). Other mammals have endocannabinoid systems too. The ECS was not discovered until the lates 80s/early 90s, and we had no clue of its importance. Now, we know that the ECS is extremely important to keep the body’s most essential functions (e.g. the sleep-wake cycle.

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Virginia’s marijuana decriminalization law goes into effect today

Leafly

Possession of up to one ounce is now just a $25 fine, and medical dispensaries should open later this year. The post Virginia’s marijuana decriminalization law goes into effect today appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis Vs. OTC Medications: Acetaminophen, aka Tylenol

Leafwell

What is Acetaminophen, aka Tylenol, Used For? How Does Tylenol Work? How Effective Is Tylenol? How Dangerous is Paracetamol? Can I Overdose on It? Mixing Acetaminophen with Other Medications Mixing Tylenol with Alcohol Mixing Medical Cannabis with Other Medications Can I Overdose on Marijuana? Acetaminophen vs. Medical Marijuana for Mental Health Acetaminophen and its Effect on Mental Health.

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Congress Votes To Protect Legal Marijuana

NORML

We did it! (Again!) Today, for the second time in history, the House of Representatives… The post Congress Votes To Protect Legal Marijuana appeared first on NORML.

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Hemp for the Homeless

Project CBD

An innovative solution for street homelessness prioritizes medical cannabis and mobile hemp cabins.

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What’s in a name? Marijuana, Cannabis, and Hemp

Americans for Safe Access

Adapted from The Medicalization of Marijuana: Legitimacy, Stigma, and the Patient Experience (Routledge, 2019) by Michelle Newhart and William Dolphin. As with all things involving social controversy, dispute over what to properly call the plant known by the botanical name Cannabis Sativa L. comes with the territory. As a forbidden intoxicant, it attracts more slang and code names than most—from “muggles” and “weed” in the 1920’s, “reefer” and “pot” in the 30’s, and “grass” in the 40’s to today

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SEC Says High Times Mini-IPO Must Be Halted

Cannabis Law Report

The Securities and Exchange Commission has told a U.S. operated cannabis media and dispensary company, High Times Holdings, that they must halt accepting investments in … Read More.

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Best cannabis subscription boxes

Leafly

A BirchBox of buds. A FabFitFun of flower. It’s a thing! The post Best cannabis subscription boxes appeared first on Leafly.

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What is the Endocannabinoid System (ECS)?

Leafwell

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) refers to the human body’s ability to produce its own natural cannabinoids (called endocannabinoids). Other mammals have endocannabinoid systems too. The ECS was not discovered until the late 80s/early 90s, and we had no clue of its importance. Now, we know that the ECS is extremely important to keep the body’s most essential functions (e.g. the sleep-wake cycle.

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State-Legal Marijuana Industry to Employ Nearly 300,000 Workers by Year’s End

NORML

The analysis projects as many as 295,000 marijuana-related jobs by the close of 2020 – a total that is slightly higher than the total number of computer programmers working in the United States. The post State-Legal Marijuana Industry to Employ Nearly 300,000 Workers by Year’s End appeared first on NORML.

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Getting High by Mistake

Project CBD

CBD users can benefit from microdosing THC.

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Talking to Your Doctor About Cannabis - CCN Interview

Americans for Safe Access

An interview with Debbie Churgai by Abby Stoddard, PharmD, MBA on behalf of The Client Centered Network. Oregon is one of the few but growing number of states that have both a medical cannabis program and an adult use (recreational) program, and users of cannabis medicine can be found in either group. Enrolling in Oregon's medical marijuana program (OMMP) requires an application, physician and patient documentation, and a fee, but does have benefits.

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High Times, Harvest Dispensary Deal Is Heading To Elephants Graveyard

Cannabis Law Report

When High Times closed on its deal to buy ten California cannabis dispensaries from Harvest Health at the end of June, chairman Adam Levin was … Read More.

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Is it safe to consume cannabis during and after pregnancy?

Leafly

Check out Leafly's comprehensive guide on cannabis and pregnancy and see what the science has to say. The post Is it safe to consume cannabis during and after pregnancy? appeared first on Leafly.

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Does Smoking Marijuana Cause Lung Cancer?

CannaMD

Multiple studies have confirmed marijuana’s ability to treat cancer symptoms, including chemotherapy side effects. More recent research has even suggested that marijuana may play a role in slowing and/or stopping cancer cells from dividing and, in some cases, even triggering cancer cell death. But what about smoking marijuana? Is there any risk that inhaling cannabis could actually cause cancer?

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States Experience Record Surge in Retail Marijuana Sales

NORML

“One unanticipated effect of the COVID-19 pandemic has been the growth acceleration of legal cannabis markets (and erosion of the illicit markets) in those states which have activated both medical and adult-use sales.”. The post States Experience Record Surge in Retail Marijuana Sales appeared first on NORML.

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Hemp for the Homeless

Project CBD

An innovative solution for street homelessness prioritizes medical cannabis and mobile hemp cabins.

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US States With Access To MMJ Have Seen 20% Drop In Certain Opioid Use

MMJ Recs

There are many health crises currently affecting the United States. But one of the deadliest is the opioid epidemic, which has wreaked havoc across the country. In 2019, more than 130 people died every single day from opioid-related drug overdoses. That amounts to a shocking 47,600 deaths every year. While the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) declared opioid abuse a public health crisis in 2017, great strides have not been taken to appropriately tackle the issue.

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High Times reneges on paying Disabilities Act Violations settlement while raising $ in Mini-IPO

Cannabis Law Report

Whilst High Times was raising millions from main street investors last fall in their mini-ipo the company was reneging on a settlement agreement that would … Read More.

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