February, 2022

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Report: Legal Marijuana Industry Employs Over 428,000 Full-Time Workers

NORML

The cannabis industry created an average of 280 new jobs per day in 2021. That represents a 33 percent year-over-year increase, and it marks the fifth year in a row of annual jobs growth greater than 27 percent. The post Report: Legal Marijuana Industry Employs Over 428,000 Full-Time Workers appeared first on NORML.

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Mississippi Becomes 37th State to Legalize Medical Cannabis With a Law that Provides Limited Access to Patients

Americans for Safe Access

On February 2, 2022, Governor Tate Reeves chose to sign SB 2095 into law, making Mississippi the 37th state to adopt medical cannabis laws. The adoption of these laws is the conclusion of a year-long struggle for the future of cannabis in Mississippi. . In November 2020, Mississippi voters overwhelmingly supported a ballot initiative (74.1% of votes in favor), which authorized the state’s department of health to create a medical cannabis program.

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Cannabis and Heart Health: At a Glance

Leafwell

There is a lot of mixed evidence when it comes to cannabis, cannabinoids and heart health. Overall, it seems that marijuana use has a complicated relationship with the heart, and that its use can have both positive and negative effects on the organ. For this article, we are looking at three heart problems: 1. Chronic Ischemic Heart Disease (narrowed heart arteries) 2.

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Oral ulcers, gynecologic pain & spinal disorders

Project CBD

Medical scientists validate patient accounts of CBD and cannabis for symptom relief of oral ulcers, gynecologic pain and spinal disorders.

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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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Lil’ Kim reveals when and where to find her arousing line of Aphrodisiak strains

Leafly

Bud lovers will be buzzing, bumping, and grinding after The Queen Bee's sensual products hit shelves in April. The post Lil’ Kim reveals when and where to find her arousing line of Aphrodisiak strains appeared first on Leafly.

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Virginia: Senate Approves Adult-use Cannabis Retail Sales in Bipartisan Vote

NORML

Senate Bill 391 advances to the House of Delegates on a historic bipartisan 21-18 vote. The post Virginia: Senate Approves Adult-use Cannabis Retail Sales in Bipartisan Vote appeared first on NORML.

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A Year of Obstruction on Medical Cannabis In Mississippi Comes to an End

Americans for Safe Access

The journey here has been a lengthy saga in the abuse of power by the prohibitionist lawmakers and bureaucrats of the Hospitality state who fought tooth and nail against the will of their constituents at every step in the process. It is evident through all of their constant obstruction that, without the overwhelming consent of the voters, state lawmakers in Mississippi would’ve never bothered to pass legislation to improve the quality of life of their constituents.

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Police Solve More Violent Crimes Post-Cannabis Legalization, New Research Reveals

Veriheal

Most of us do not realize how many resources are dedicated to dealing with cannabis-related crime in the U.S., but it is said to include a cost of over $3.6 billion annually. Many cannabis advocates have pointed to cannabis decriminalization and legalization as a means of freeing up resources for handling more serious, violent crimes. Now, findings from a recent research study —published in the February 2022 volume of the International Journal of Drug Policy—support the theory.

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Loneliness, Depression & Our "Inner Cannabis"

Project CBD

Among lonely, depressed seniors, increased circulating endocannabinoids are associated with better adaptation to bereavement.

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Why do smoking cannabis and eating edibles cause red, bloodshot eyes?

Leafly

Red eyes are a common side effect of cannabis, but why? Learn the causes of cannabis-induced red eyes and how to help minimize them. The post Why do smoking cannabis and eating edibles cause red, bloodshot eyes? appeared first on Leafly.

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How to make cannaflour

The Cannigma

Yield: 1 cup Prep time: 10 minutes. Cannaflour is one of the quickest ways to infuse anything you’re making with cannabis. It only takes 10 minutes and can be used in a variety of dishes, from baked goods to dredging meats, and anything else you can crave. Unlike cannabutter or cannaoil , cannaflour usually has a distinct weed taste. If you enjoy the flavor that cannabis brings to the table, you’ll love this flour as it, but it may be an acquired taste for some.

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Lawmakers, Cops Consider Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization in Pennsylvania

NORML

“Every single day that Harrisburg delays there are Pennsylvanians charged with marijuana possession and paraphernalia offenses.". The post Lawmakers, Cops Consider Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization in Pennsylvania appeared first on NORML.

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Top Five key Takeaways from the 2021 State of the States Report

Americans for Safe Access

25 years have passed since the first medical cannabis laws came into effect in California, and this year marks the 20th anniversary of ASA’s role in the fight for safe access. Although conditions have improved for patients significantly in the past two decades, our 2021 State of the State report clearly shows that even after 25 years, states are falling short on providing safe, legal, and affordable access to ALL patients.

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Ladies, You Can Lower Your Risk Of Diabetes By Using Cannabis Daily, According To Study

The Fresh Toast

Ladies, You Can Lower Your Risk Of Diabetes By Using Cannabis Daily, According To Study. Heavy cannabis use by females tends to lower the risk of diabetes, according to a new medical study. The post Ladies, You Can Lower Your Risk Of Diabetes By Using Cannabis Daily, According To Study appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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‘Kush’ scare hits West Africa

Project CBD

“Kush,” a potent, chemically treated street drug, is wreaking havoc and destroying lives in West Africa. But what’s actually in this illicit concoction, and how dangerous is it?

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America’s only psychedelic mushroom store is a church in Oakland. We observed the sacrament

Leafly

Zide Door pushes progress forward in America's new relationship with entheogens. The post America’s only psychedelic mushroom store is a church in Oakland. We observed the sacrament appeared first on Leafly.

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Why More People Are Choosing Cannabis Over Alcohol

Cannabis Life Network

How many of us look forward to a drink at the end of a hard work week? Some even look forward to it after a particularly hard day. From going out for drinks with friends or healing a broken heart, we all have our reasons to partake. Sprinkle a little bit of Covid into the […]. The post Why More People Are Choosing Cannabis Over Alcohol appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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Senate Majority Leader Provides Timeline for Introducing Long-Awaited Marijuana Descheduling Plan

NORML

Senator Schumer said: “In the coming weeks, we’re ramping up our outreach and we expect to introduce final legislation. Our goal is to do it in April. Then we begin the nationwide push, spearheaded by New York, to get the federal law done. As the majority leader, I can set priorities. This is a priority for me.”. The post Senate Majority Leader Provides Timeline for Introducing Long-Awaited Marijuana Descheduling Plan appeared first on NORML.

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Cannabis co-evolution: are we hardwired to use cannabis?

The Cannigma

Our bodies have a built-in framework ready to accept the active molecules in cannabis, like THC. This network is called the endocannabinoid system (ECS), and it’s a fundamental part of our biology. In fact, all vertebrates share a variation of this system, from dogs and cats to fish and birds –they all have an endocannabinoid system. This could lead one to believe we might actually be “hardwired” to consume cannabis, but this is not actually the case.

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Doctors No Longer Needed For Seniors To Get Medical Marijuana In DC

The Fresh Toast

Doctors No Longer Needed For Seniors To Get Medical Marijuana In DC. Mayor Muriel Bowser has signed a bill into law that will expand access to the District’s medical marijuana program in a series of ways. The post Doctors No Longer Needed For Seniors To Get Medical Marijuana In DC appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Treating Pets with Medical Cannabis

Project CBD

Questions and answers about medical cannabis from veterinary professionals.

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Why does Northern California’s craft cannabis face potential ruin?

Leafly

Stifling taxes in California's cannabis system threaten to push legacy growers out of business. That could erase a major part of cannabis history. The post Why does Northern California’s craft cannabis face potential ruin? appeared first on Leafly.

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Marijuana Leads to a Decrease in Opioid Use Among Patients With Chronic Back Pain

CannaMD

A new peer-reviewed study that was recently published in the Cureus medical journal found that marijuana use leads to a reduction in opioid prescriptions for patients with chronic back pain. Read more about the study – and why marijuana reduces opioid use – below! CHRONIC BACK PAIN: OPIOIDS VS. CANNABIS Researchers in Philadelphia studied a […].

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Mississippi Becomes 37th State to Provide Medical Cannabis Access

NORML

“Marijuana access is long overdue for Mississippi’s patients,” NORML’s State Policies Manager Jax James said. “The overwhelming majority of voters decided in favor of this policy change over a year ago, and for the past 14 months the will of the people has been denied.”. The post Mississippi Becomes 37th State to Provide Medical Cannabis Access appeared first on NORML.

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What is bubble hash and can you make it at home?

The Cannigma

Bubble hash, also known as ice water hash, is a specific type of hash concentrate made with ice water. It’s called bubble hash because when smoked, it bubbles. It’s also called ice water hash or water hash due to the preparation method. Bubble hash can vary in color, ranging from light blond to red and even black. The color is determined by how well the hash was extracted, by the cultivar of cannabis and its ripeness.

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Do terpenes in edibles have any effect? How these 6 terps metabolize

Cannabis Life Network

Ah, the great entourage theory, or is it more of an ensemble effect? Regardless, terpenes, lightly aromatic and oftentimes smelly oils, can alter the effects of cannabis. And each strain’s ensemble of ingredients produces its own unique experience. Little discussed, however, is the fact that some terpenes are only active through olfactory neurons.

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The USDA's Hempseed Bank

Project CBD

“If the hemp market is to grow and mature, we need to think beyond cannabinoids.

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The perks of living with a THC-free bae

Leafly

Do you love weed, but your partner does not? Here's the bright side for stoners with THC-free cuties to cuddle. The post The perks of living with a THC-free bae appeared first on Leafly.

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Medicinal Cannabis Industry Australia (MCIA) Publishes Position Paper On Delta 8

Cannabis Law Report

Cannabiz Australia has the story… Medicinal Cannabis Industry Australia (MCIA) has sent a position paper to members on delta-8 THC products in a bid to clear up confusion about the medicine, ensure accurate labelling, and avoid it being prescribed in error. In October 2021, growing alarm about delta-8 products in the US, and reports of it being prescribed to patients in Australia , prompted industry bodies to warn members about the potential risks associated with the cannabinoid and to ra

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Adult-Use Legislative Efforts Advance in Delaware, Maryland, and South Dakota

NORML

Legislative proposals that seek to legalize the adult-use cannabis market have advanced in several states in recent days. The post Adult-Use Legislative Efforts Advance in Delaware, Maryland, and South Dakota appeared first on NORML.