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Can cannabis alone cure cancer? We asked oncologist Dr. Donald Abrams

Leafly

Early research has shown intriguing results, but this medical cannabis pioneer urges patients: Don't rely on cannabis alone. The post Can cannabis alone cure cancer? We asked oncologist Dr. Donald Abrams appeared first on Leafly.

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Bill would protect cannabis patients who live on federal trust land

The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

A New Mexico state senator is trying for a second time to pass a bill that would protect medical cannabis patients who live on tribal land. Sen. Benny Shendo, D-Jemez Pueblo, said his SB 271 would protect patients from federal law enforcement scrutiny. “We have native patients that are under this program and so when they’re off the reservation they’re legal, but as soon as they get on the reservation, federal trust land, it’s illegal because the federal government still has that as a federal vio

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Virginia Senate Judiciary Committees Votes to Decriminalize Marijuana

The Joint Blog

On Wednesday Virginia’s Senate Judiciary Committee voted overwhelmingly (11 to 2) to pass Senate Bill 2 which would reduce the penalties for personal marijuana possession. Specifically, the measure would make it so that the personal possession of up to an ounce of cannabis is – at most – a $50 fine. Under current law the possession of small amounts of marijuana is punishable by up to 30 days in jail and a $500 fine.

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Food Influences Effects of THC, Says Study

The Joint Blog

Consuming food prior to the administration of oral THC influences its duration and effect, according to a study published in the journal Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research. The study, titled Human pharmacokinetic parameters of orally administered delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol capsules are altered by fed versus fasted conditions and sex differences , was first reported on by NORML.

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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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How to find the right medical cannabis doctor for you

Leafly

Follow these steps to find a medical marijuana doctor near you and what to expect after receiving your medical card. The post How to find the right medical cannabis doctor for you appeared first on Leafly.

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How Does Medical Marijuana Treat Seizures?

MMJ Recs

If you or a family member suffers from seizures, you will know just how debilitating they can be. Seizures vary considerably in their severity, but nearly three million Americans experience them regularly in some form or other. One of the most challenging things to have to deal with is the suddenness with which seizures can come on. This lack of warning is not only potentially dangerous because you could be anywhere and doing anything when a seizure strikes, but it can also really affect your co

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Anti-Viral Spices – How Myanmar unknowingly recommended cannabinoids for Coronavirus

Cannabis Life Network

A message blared over the loudspeaker, “Seven ground peppercorns on the tongue!” according to the New York Times. This was the advice doled out to citizens in Myanmar to prevent the spread of the contagious, Novel Coronavirus. Now, before we get into the science behind ancient medicines, specifically the phytocannabinoids in anti-viral spices and how […].

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PrestoDoctor bridges the gap between patients and medical marijuana in Missouri

Leafly

Presto Doctor is an easy, convenient solution for Missourians that want to get a medical marijuana card from a doctor they trust using telemedicine from the comfort of their own home. The post PrestoDoctor bridges the gap between patients and medical marijuana in Missouri appeared first on Leafly.

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Vermont: Measure Permitting Retail Marijuana Sales Moves Forward

NORML

Senate-backed legislation to regulate retail sales of marijuana to adults continues to advance in Vermont. Members of the House Ways and Means Committee voted 7 to 3 this week in favor of the bill, S. 54. The proposal now awaits consideration from the House Appropriations Committee. If approved, it will go before the full House for a vote. Senate lawmakers have already approved a version of the bill by a veto-proof supermajority.

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Activists Block Concentrates Ban in Washington

Cannabis Law Report

Ganjapreneur report on Washington’s (looks like) failing attempt to ban concentrates. They write. A controversial bill that would have banned high-potency concentrates in Washington state was resoundingly rejected for the 2020 session. Washington’s well-publicized “10 percent concentrates bill” has been stopped in committee for the 2020 session.

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Hawaii Says Aloha to Decriminalization

NewsMunchies

Experience the high life in Hawaii? The Aloha State, known for its world-renowned honeymoon and vacation destination, has beautiful islands, lush flora, outstanding food, volcanoes, a rich cultural scene, and endless rainbows. When I visited Hawaii with my family years ago, it was an idyllic paradise full of color and vibrancy. “Aloha” is more than “hello” and “goodbye;” it is a balanced, tranquil way of life. .

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Gallup: Twelve Percent of Adults Acknowledge Smoking Marijuana

NORML

Twelve percent of US adults self-identify as cannabis consumers, according to survey data compiled by Gallup. According to the survey, men (15 percent) were more likely than women (nine percent) to acknowledge “smoking marijuana.” Those between the ages of 18 to 29 were most likely to use cannabis (22 percent). Those self-identifying as “white” were more likely to admit using cannabis than were those who identified as non-white (14 percent versus nine percent).

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Two New Cannabinoids: THCP and CBDP

Cannabis Life Network

An Italian team of researchers, led by Professor Giuseppe Cannazza, from the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (UniMore), have announced the discovery of a new cannabinoid, shown in lab results to be more than 30 times as potent as THC. Newly named tetrahydrocannabiforol, ?9-THCP, it was isolated alongside a corresponding cannabidiol, CBD, homolog with […].

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California Cannabis Claims: Fraud

Canna Law Blog

Welcome back to our litigation series on California cannabis claims. Fraud is one of those claims that clients believe will be easy to pursue, but it actually requires a lot of factual development and proof, even just to assert it in a complaint. Below is a primer. Introduction. A fraud claim requires six elements: (1) a misrepresentation, (2) knowledge of that representation’s falsity, (3) an intent to induce reliance, (4) reliance, (5) causation, and (6) resulting damages.

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Australia: Cannabis Possession Now Depenalized in the Capital Territory

NORML

Activities involving the personal possession and/or cultivation of cannabis in private are no longer subject to either criminal or civil penalties in the Australian Capital Territory, in accordance with legislation that took effect last week. Under the new law, those age 18 or older may possess up to 50 grams of cannabis and cultivate up to four plants per household without penalty.

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Everything Canadians need to know about Legalization 2.0

Leafly

Edibles, topicals, extracts, and vapes are now legally available in Canada. Here's what you need to know. The post Everything Canadians need to know about Legalization 2.0 appeared first on Leafly.

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New York: An Analysis of Governor Cuomo’s Legalization Proposal

NORML

Governor Andrew Cuomo has included a plan to “regulate, restrict, and control” the responsible adult use of cannabis in New York, known as the Cannabis Regulation and Taxation Act (“CRTA”). A complex and comprehensive plan laid out in over 200 pages of legislative text, the CRTA would implement one of the most tightly regulated, highly taxed and heavily controlled legal cannabis markets in the world.

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Salisburys’ First Complete Wellness Campus

Peninsula Alternative Health

_ Here at Peninsula Alternative Health, we have been working on finding a new location to better serve our community for a long time now. Our goal has been to create a community space in which we can bring our community together and help our clients better improve their health. We are beyond thrilled to announce that we are turning our dreams into reality.

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Hemp Plastic: What Is It and How is it Made?

Sensi Seeds

Each year, innovations in hemp plastic technology hit the market and many companies are incorporating hemp plastics into their products. Hemp is proving to be a clean alternative to the highly polluting plastics that are damaging our environment. There are various types of hemp plastic; here, we will briefly take you through how these plastics are produced.

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Cannabis Jobs Report: Legal cannabis now supports 243,700 full-time American jobs

Leafly

Legal marijuana posted 15% growth and created 33,700 new jobs in 2019. How many did your state add? The post Cannabis Jobs Report: Legal cannabis now supports 243,700 full-time American jobs appeared first on Leafly.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 2/1/20

NORML

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! This week, advocates in Missouri began collecting signatures to qualify a marijuana legalization initiative for the November 2020 ballot. City council members in Cleveland, Ohio approved an ordinance by a 15-2 vote to remove jail time for up to 200 grams of marijuana possession.

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Hemp CBD Across State Lines: North Carolina

Canna Law Blog

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.

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Can CBD Be Used To Treat ADHD Symptoms?

The Fresh Toast

CBD can alleviate anxiety symptoms and help motivate users, suggesting a possible link to helping those with ADHD. Continue reading Can CBD Be Used To Treat ADHD Symptoms? at The Fresh Toast.

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Cannabis seeds 101: A guide for growers

Leafly

Learn everything you need to know about cannabis seeds—the advantage of growing from seed, what feminized and autoflower seeds are, and how they differ from clones. The post Cannabis seeds 101: A guide for growers appeared first on Leafly.

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Legendary seed breeder Subcool talks surviving the California wildfires and rising from the ashes

Cannabis Life Network

On Octorber 15th, we talked to Subcool, the legendary seed breeder from Northern California and creator of the fabled Pinot Noir strain, about escaping the California wildfires, how the cannabis community will rise from the ashes, how he names his strains, and more. How have the California wildfires affected you? The wildfires are still going […].

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Will QR Codes End California’s Illicit Cannabis Market? No, But They Are a Start

Canna Law Blog

Last year, the California cannabis agencies started to ramp up enforcement activities against unlicensed operators. Still, if you ask any licensed cannabis business, enforcement against unlicensed competition is far from where it needs to be. It was widely reported last year, for example, that there were 3,000 illegal cannabis businesses in California.

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What Is CBG And Why Is Everyone Comparing It To CBD?

The Fresh Toast

Despite sharing some similarities with CBD, researchers think CBG can treat other conditions and produce more powerful results than the super famous cannabinoid. Continue reading What Is CBG And Why Is Everyone Comparing It To CBD? at The Fresh Toast.

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What does cannabis look like? A visual guide to cannabis quantities

Leafly

From a half-gram to an ounce, this explainer is all you need to identify cannabis quantities. The post What does cannabis look like? A visual guide to cannabis quantities appeared first on Leafly.

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Another Cannabis Farm Another Alleged Ponzi Scheme

Cannabis Law Report

Cannabis farm near Anacortes was center of alleged $4.85 million Ponzi scheme reports the Seattle Times. Surprise surprise look what they’ve been spending other people’s money on, according to the report. “Meanwhile, Russell and his partner, a small-time California film executive named Guy Scott Griffithe, spent $3.5 million of the investors’ money on luxury cars, a 65-foot yacht and other “extravagant luxuries, inappropriate personal expenditures, and unrelated business ventu

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USPTO Grants Trademark for PSILOCYBIN, But Don’t Get Too Worked Up Yet

Canna Law Blog

A few weeks back, Twitter was abuzz about the fact that the United State Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) granted a federal trademark registration for the word PSILOCYBIN. The mark was registered by the company Black Pandas LLC and applies to the following services in Class 041: “Development and dissemination of education materials of others regarding psychoactive plants, psychoactive fungi, and chemicals and related topics in the field of spirituality, religion, politics, art a

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