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Cannabis: A Medicinal Treasure Trove

Project CBD

Cannabis is like a drugstore in one preparation. Dr. Russo fills us in on the latest advances in cannabinoid medicine - acid cannabinoids , cannabigerol , and the global CBD phenomenon.

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At year’s end, time to ask: Why did the CDC ignore vaping evidence?

Leafly

As American public health officials clung to their bias against nicotine vaping, illegal THC cartridges kept killing people. The post At year’s end, time to ask: Why did the CDC ignore vaping evidence? appeared first on Leafly.

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Article – “Stop Dreaming: Cannabis Banking Reform Isn’t Happening in 2020”

Cannabis Law Report

We found this article not only interesting for what it says but also where it is published. If Nasdaq.com are re-distributing a Motely Fool piece on the state of cannabis banking then we’d suggest it is probably worth heeding what’s being said. Below is the Motely Fool piece and as it says, yes, the SAFE Banking act appears to be a great idea but the Republicans in the Senate have no intention of passing anything that’s come from the Democrat controlled house.

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Study: Marijuana May Be Effective in Treating Symptoms of Gilles de la Tourette Syndrome

The Joint Blog

Marijuana-based medicines “might be effective and safe in the treatment of tics and comorbidities” in those with Gilles de la Tourette Syndrome, according to a new study published in the journal Cannabis and Cannabinoids Research and e-published by the National Institute of Health. The study is titled Treatment of Gilles de la Tourette Syndrome with Cannabis-Based Medicine: Results from a Retrospective Analysis and Online Survey. “ Gilles de la Tourette syndrome (GTS) is a neu

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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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Chronic use or a cannabinoid deficiency – Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome or THC in reverse

Cannabis Life Network

We recently proposed a theory explaining how a condition that induces intense pain and profuse vomiting after chronic use of cannabis, known as Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS), might function. Typically stories fluctuate in the realm of Refer Madness when they describe it as a “symptom” of THC itself. Many seem to think cannabinoids are the […].

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CBD and prescriptions: can the cannabinoid affect medicine absorption?

Leafly

Do you avoid grapefruit juice for medical reasons? You might want to stay away from CBD, too. The post CBD and prescriptions: can the cannabinoid affect medicine absorption? appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis in Cancer Treatment: Research and Medications

Puff Puff Post

As cannabis legalisation spreads, research has found considerable use in for cannabis in medicine. One particularly promising area of research is in the treatment of cancer. Cancer patients suffer not only from cancer, but the damaging effects of treatment. Cannabis Cancer Treatments as an Alternative to Opioids. Doctors prescribe various forms of opiods to cancer patients for pain.

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Can Medical Cannabis Help Treat Lupus?

MMJ Recs

There are currently more than 240,000 people living with lupus in the US today. Lupus is an autoimmune disorder that causes the body’s immune system to attack its own tissues and internal organs (including the brain, heart, and lungs). The inflammation caused by lupus results in patients experiencing chronic pain, tissue swelling and damage, and extreme fatigue.

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Considerations for healthier cannabis consumption

Leafly

New year, new start, new you? Expert tips for cultivating healthier cannabis habits, as well as recognizing—and managing—problematic use. The post Considerations for healthier cannabis consumption appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Project CBD

What would you do if you were faced with the incurable symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? One woman’s journey led her to a life-changing experience with cannabis.

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Hawaii: Minor Marijuana Possession Offenses to be Decriminalized Next Week

NORML

Legislation takes effect on Saturday, January 11, decriminalizing minor marijuana possession offenses. The new law , which was passed in July, reduces penalties involving the possession of up to three grams of marijuana from a criminal misdemeanor, punishable by up to 30 days in jail, a $1,000 fine and a criminal record, to a non-criminal violation – punishable by a $130 fine.

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Cannabis in Palliative Care

Project CBD

End-of-life care is one of the less frequently discussed uses of medical cannabis. Palliative care, however, is perhaps the area of medicine that would most benefit from its clinical use.

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5 Essentials Things You Need When Opening a Medical Marijuana Dispensary

Otherside Farms

The medical marijuana industry is expected to reach an estimated worth of at least $148 billion by 2026. Now is the perfect time to open up a dispensary! But before you do, make sure you have everything in order. Here are five things you must have before opening a medical marijuana dispensary. A Business Plan. Sure, medical marijuana dispensaries aren’t viewed as a traditional business.

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Does cloning ruin cannabis strains over time?

Leafly

Science says that clones are exact copies of their mother—so why do some strains degrade after years of cloning? Read on to find out why. The post Does cloning ruin cannabis strains over time? appeared first on Leafly.

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What Are The Benefits Of Full-Spectrum Cannabis Extracts?

The Fresh Toast

Research has shown that whole plant medicine is more effective than CBD-only extracts when it comes to the treatment of health conditions, specifically pain and inflammation. Continue reading What Are The Benefits Of Full-Spectrum Cannabis Extracts? at The Fresh Toast.

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Day 1 Sales In Illinois Reflect Oregon’s First Day Of Legalization

Cannabis Law Report

The Chicago Times reports…… Customers spent almost $3.2 million on legal weed in Illinois on the first day of recreational marijuana sales Wednesday, marking one of the strongest showings of any state in the history of pot legalization. Illinois is the 11th state to legalize recreational weed, and only Oregon had a comparable first-day performance.

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Report: Marijuana Reform Is Normal

NORML

2019 has been an unprecedented year for the passage of state-level marijuana law reforms and when we zoom out, it’s remarkable to reflect upon what we have accomplished. That is why are proud to publish Marijuana Reform Is Normal , which is the only comprehensive report detailing all of our collective victories in 2019. Click here to read the report or download the presentation PDF.

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Canada’s new health minister calls for cannabis abstinence

Leafly

The call for abstinence was received angrily by medical-cannabis patients and advocates. The post Canada’s new health minister calls for cannabis abstinence appeared first on Leafly.

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Is CBG legal? What is CBG?

Canna Law Blog

Looking back, 2019 was the year of cannabidiol (CBD) in the cannabis industry. CBD continued to make its way into countless consumer products, from sodas to sports bras. The CBD craze was a long time coming: we began covering that cannabinoid back in 2015 , when industry began promoting CBD products in earnest and the FDA fired off warning letters (a time-honored tradition at this point) telling people to stop making health claims, and to stop selling this stuff altogether.

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Everything You Need to Know About Rick Simpson Oil (RSO)

Marijuana Seeds NL

Rick Simpson and his famous oil have both become somewhat legendary in the world of weed. The man himself is a widely-known and outspoken advocate of medical marijuana while Rick Simpson Oil is a popular cannabis topical, which some people prefer to pure CBD oil. Originally posted 13th September 2017, Updated on 3rd January 2020. Continue reading → The post Everything You Need to Know About Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) appeared first on MSNL Blog.

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The Early Bird Catches The Worm, Illinois Gov General Buys Edibles At 6am

Cannabis Law Report

Tweet 1 has already come in… @ LtGovStratton ? buys Mindy’s edibles at the 6 am opening of cannabis store in Wrigleyville. She pays with a $100 bill. CNN report. (CNN) Despite the cold, snow and long lines, hundreds of Illinois residents — including the state’s lieutenant governor — waited outside to be among the first to buy weed following its legalization.

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The most important cannabis science stories of 2019

Leafly

Check out what researchers found out about cannabis with the best studies from 2019. The post The most important cannabis science stories of 2019 appeared first on Leafly.

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Top 4 Predictions for Hemp and Hemp CBD in 2020

Canna Law Blog

2019 was, to put it lightly, an intense year for the hemp and hemp-derived cannabidiol (“Hemp CBD”) industries in the United States. We saw the implementation of the 2018 Farm Bill , strongly worded statements by the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) that Hemp CBD was unlawful in many products followed (amazingly) by almost zero enforcement, the issuance of interim hemp production regulations by the United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”), and th

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Legal Cannabis Vape Pens roll out in Canada

Cannabis Life Network

Cannabis edibles, topicals, shatters, and vape pens have slowly begun to roll out in Canada, known as Legalization 2.0. This second stage of legalization officially began on October 18, 2019, when producers started applying various products for approval. Two months later as promised 260 products and counting have now began their slow national release.

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Future Enterprises and Environmental Impacts in the Cannabis Industry

Cannabis Law Report

By Jeryl L. Olson , Patrick Joyce , Adam R. Young , Ilana R. Morady & Craig Simonsen on December 31, 2019. POSTED IN UNCATEGORIZED. The continued efforts of federal, state, and local governments to legalize cannabis, both in medical and recreational uses, leaves many potential impacts, including environmental law and regulatory issues in the manufacturing, processing, and distribution of cannabis products.

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How to grow marijuana in Michigan and Illinois

Leafly

Welcome to legal weed Michigan and Illinois! Here's what you need to know about growing your own in the Great Lakes region. The post How to grow marijuana in Michigan and Illinois appeared first on Leafly.

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Happy New Year from Canna Law Blog!

Canna Law Blog

Here’s to a great 2020 for all of our readers, friends and clients! Let’s all keep working hard to ensure that 2020 is a banner year for cannabis law and policy, in the U.S. and abroad. Best wishes to everyone out there in 2020 and beyond!

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A New Year in Illinois – First Day of Recreational Marijuana Sales

Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

By: Nabil Rodriguez. Illinois started off the decade by opening its doors to the world of adult-use recreational marijuana. On January 1, 2020, the state of Illinois had its first day of legal marijuana sales. Over the course of New Year’s Day, 37 dispensaries processed over 77,000 transactions for a total of more than $3.17 million in revenue. Last year, Illinois became the 11 th state in the United States to legalize the purchase and possession of adult-use recreational marijuana and the first

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US Virgin Islands: Walker Legal Group Pen Opinion On Territory’s Cannabis Regulation

Cannabis Law Report

The 33rd Legislature of the Virgin Islands recently met during a Special Session to debate the passage of an Adult Use Medical Cannabis Bill. Senators voted to send the Bill to the ‘Committee of the Whole’, where it will be improved through a process of modifications and amendments. A lot of progress was made at this Special Session but there is still confusion around key issues.

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Illinois pardons 11,000 cannabis convictions on eve of legalization

Leafly

Just one day before Illinois opened its first legal cannabis stores, Governor J.B. Pritzker granted pardons to more than 11,000 people with misdemeanor cannabis convictions. . The post Illinois pardons 11,000 cannabis convictions on eve of legalization appeared first on Leafly.