NORML
DECEMBER 31, 2024
"The current findings suggest [that] cannabis-based medicinal products may be effective in reducing suicidal ideation, as well as other facets of health and well-being." The post Study: Patients Less Likely to Have Suicidal Thoughts Following Medical Cannabis Use appeared first on NORML.
Americans for Safe Access
DECEMBER 13, 2024
Americans for Safe Access Founder Steph Sherer Returns to Lead the Initiative Washington, D.C. Americans for Safe Access (ASA) is proud to announce the return of its founder, Steph Sherer, to the position of Executive Director. Sherer will lead a renewed, nationwide effort to fully integrate cannabis-based medicines into the U.S. healthcare system.
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Leafly
DECEMBER 19, 2024
We looked into our crystal bong and this is what we saw. The post Cannabis predictions for 2025: Low prices, high taxes, and hash appeared first on Leafly.
Medical Marijuana Pages
DECEMBER 26, 2024
Cannabis A Natural Ally for Insomnia Sufferers. Insomnia is a growing concern worldwide, affecting millions of individuals struggling to achieve restorative sleep. This condition not only disrupts daily life but also poses significant health risks, including weakened immunity and mental health challenges. As traditional remedies like over-the-counter medications often come.
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.
Illinois News Joint
DECEMBER 5, 2024
This morning, the Illinois Supreme Court ruled raw cannabis aroma alone is sufficient probable cause for a warrantless search of a vehicle “based on the stringent ‘odor-proof’ container requirement in the Vehicle Code.” The issue presented in the case, People v. Molina, was whether Illinois State Police trooper Ryan Wagand had probable cause to search the vehicle Vincent Molina was a passenger in after Wagand smelled the odor of raw cannabis coming from the vehicle.
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NORML
DECEMBER 23, 2024
"It is time for politicians and others to stop assessing cannabis through the lens of 'what we dont know' and instead start engaging in evidence-based discussions about marijuana and marijuana reform policies that are indicative of all that we do know." The post Analysis: Over 35,000 Scientific Papers Published About Cannabis During the Past Decade appeared first on NORML.
Americans for Safe Access
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Nearly two decades ago, we founded Americans for Safe Access (ASA) to bring patients needs and voices out of the shadows and into the center of the national cannabis debate. Back then, patients were criminalized, stigmatized, and rarely heardtrotted out in courtrooms or used as talking points, then shut out of actual policy decisions. Our work at ASA began out of necessity: patients like myself needed recognition, protection, and a clear path to safely and legally access life-changingand in many
Leafly
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Beauty is in the eye of the boof holder. Learn how and why Super Boof bested all new strains to become the Leafly Strain of the Year 2024.
Medical Marijuana Pages
DECEMBER 28, 2024
Can Cannabis Alleviate Dementia Symptoms in the Elderly. In recent years, there has been a notable increase in the use of cannabis among older adults, particularly as a means to manage symptoms associated with dementia. This trend reflects a growing interest in alternative therapies aimed at alleviating the challenges faced.
Illinois News Joint
DECEMBER 26, 2024
The Illinois Hemp Growers Association (IHGA)along with hemp processors, retailers, consumers, business owners, and other advocatesis set to host Hemp Lobby Day Jan. 4 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Illinois State Capitol Building rotunda. The Hemp Lobby Day rally is an oppositional response to Gov. JB Pritzker’s renewed push for House Bill 4293 and instead IHGA will be advocating for House Bill 5903.
PrestoDoctor
DECEMBER 2, 2024
The intersection of cannabis legalization and gun rights is at the forefront of a pivotal legal battle in the United States. The federal gun ban for marijuana users is facing a challenge in a landmark case that could reshape how the law interprets Second Amendment rights in the context of cannabis use. This case, stemming from Oklahoma, addresses critical […] The post Federal Appeals Court Challenges Gun Ban for Marijuana Users appeared first on PrestoDoctor.
NORML
DECEMBER 10, 2024
DEA Administrative Law Judge John Mulrooney has ordered witness testimony to begin on Tuesday, January 22, 2025. The post DEA Judge Provides Timeline for Witness Testimony in Marijuana Rescheduling Hearing appeared first on NORML.
Greencamp
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Accidents usually happen within no time. You just cannot prepare yourself to escape from an unforeseen event. According to WHO, about 1.19 million people lose their lives in road accidents a year. However, the consequences. The post 3 Effective Strategies for Managing Chronic Pain Post-Accident appeared first on Greencamp.
Leafly
DECEMBER 12, 2024
These strains helped set the bar for Leafly Strain of the Year 2024. The post The 7 runners-up strains to Leafly Strain of the Year 2024 appeared first on Leafly.
Medical Marijuana Pages
DECEMBER 20, 2024
If you cultivate cannabis in a grow room, follow the color lighting tips to illuminate shaded areas, increase bud production, simulate photosynthesis, and more.
Illinois News Joint
DECEMBER 30, 2024
The Illinois Department of Agricultures Division of Cannabis Regulation announced in a press release today that this year the Illinois Department of Agricultures Division of Cannabis Regulation enhanced the product registration process while moving records to its online Licensing Portal. New enhancements include the ability to request updates to certain product details, and the requirement to report changes to packaging and/or labeling.
CannaMD
DECEMBER 13, 2024
Caryophyllene is one of the most abundant terpenes in medical marijuana. It has a unique ability to bind directly with the body's natural endocannabinoid system to enhance immunity functions and reduce cellular damage caused by inflammation and oxidative stress. It is found in both sativa and indica cultivars and has pain-relieving, relaxing, and anti-anxiety effects.
NORML
DECEMBER 30, 2024
"At a time when voters and their elected officials nationwide are re-evaluating state and federal marijuana policies, it is inconceivable that government agencies are unwilling to provide data on the estimated costs and scope of federal marijuana prohibition in America." The post DEA Fails to Release Annual Report Highlighting Marijuana Seizures, Arrest Totals appeared first on NORML.
The Fresh Toast
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Veterans With PTSD Are Given A Little Hope We ask much from our military, and now the FDA is finally matching the efforts with cannabis research and PTSD. The post Veterans With PTSD Are Given A Little Hope appeared first on The Fresh Toast.
Leafly
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Happy December, Stargazers! The final month of the year harkens Sagittarius season and lights up the cosmos, bringing an adventurous and optimistic energy to guide us. The stars are full of celestial activity this month—let yourself reflect on the past year and dream big about the future. Lest we forget, we’re still in Mercury Retrograde […] The post Star signs and cannabis strains: December 2024 horoscopes appeared first on Leafly.
Medical Marijuana Pages
DECEMBER 23, 2024
Does THCV Get You High The Effects and Benefits. Tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV) is a naturally occurring cannabinoid found in the Cannabis sativa plant. Unlike its more famous counterpart, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), THCV has a unique chemical structure and distinct effects on the human body.
Illinois News Joint
DECEMBER 13, 2024
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker hosted a press conference today to voice his support for House Bill 4293 and regulating intoxicating hemp products sold outside of a licensed cannabis dispensary. This regulatory gray area has created a loophole that put Illinois consumers of all ages, but particularly children, in danger while an underground market flourishedthe exact opposite of what Illinois has done by regulating our cannabis industry,said Pritzker.Were closing that loophole and protecting Illinoisa
Veriheal
DECEMBER 31, 2024
A well-known multi-state dispensary, Green Dragon, is closing a significant number of its doors for good in Colorado and Florida after a decade and a half in business. The closures include 7 dispensaries and a 92,000-square-foot grow facility in Colorado. In Florida, 39 dispensaries and a 400,000-square-foot cultivation facility for medical cannabis are also closing.
NORML
DECEMBER 18, 2024
"At a time when voters and politicians are largely divided, there is one issue that Americans largely agree upon: Its time to legalize and regulate marijuana." The post Manhattan Institute Poll: Adults Overwhelmingly Oppose Marijuana Criminalization appeared first on NORML.
Connor & Connor PLLC
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Non-Disclosure Agreements Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)- otherwise known as confidentiality agreements- are legally enforceable contracts that create an agreement between parties to maintain confidentiality of certain information being disclosed by one party (the disclosing party) to another (the receiving party). Generally, define which information parities wish to protect and enforce restrictions on its disclosure and/or use.
Leafly
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Donny Burger supports appetite, relaxation, and fooling around. The post Eat, drink, and be merry with Donny Burger—December 2024’s Leafly HighLight appeared first on Leafly.
Medical Marijuana Pages
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Ultimate Guide to Ganja Strains Plus Premium Picks for 2025. As cannabis continues to gain global popularity, 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting year for premium ganja strains. With new innovations in cultivation and growing consumer demand, understanding the best strains for relaxation, productivity, or creative inspiration has.
Illinois News Joint
DECEMBER 23, 2024
While multi-state label Smokiez has brought a huge list of flavors and options to the state, Ive only had the opportunity to sample a couple flavors until now. I recently stopped at Emerald Dispensary and Lounge in Island Lake and picked up five new flavors to review, starting with Blue Raspberry and Tropical Fruit. Smokiez Blue Raspberry and Tropical Fruit Gummies came as 10-packs of gummies with 10mg of THC per piece.
Medicinal Genomics
DECEMBER 12, 2024
A new study found that 98% of cannabis labs surveyed use qPCR for microbial detection, making it the gold standard for microbial safety testing in the industry. These results indicate a decisive migration away from traditional plating techniques, which were the preferred technology in the early days of cannabis safety testing. As the industry matures, more cannabis labs have come to recognize the speed, sensitivity, and specificity of qPCR testing.
NORML
DECEMBER 17, 2024
In the past decade alone, during which time 24 states legalized adult use marijuana sales, the percentage of 8th graders, 10th graders, and 12 graders who reported having ever consumed cannabis declined 32 percent, 37 percent, and 23 percent respectively. The post Federally Funded Survey: Marijuana Use By Teens Is at Historic Low appeared first on NORML.
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