Leafly
APRIL 13, 2020
Dr. Junella Chin offers advice on cannabis, smoking, vaping, edibles, and lung health during the coronavirus pandemic. The post Are cannabis users more at risk for COVID-19? A doctor answers appeared first on Leafly.
Cannabis Law Report
APRIL 16, 2020
Recreational Cannabis is legal in almost a dozen states and medical marijuana in 33 states with more on the way. Public opinion polls reflect a … Read More.
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NORML
APRIL 12, 2020
Richmond, VA: Democratic Governor Ralph Northam has approved legislation ( Senate Bill 2 | House Bill 972 ) decriminalizing marijuana possession offenses. Northam also recommended technical amendments which must be approved by the legislature before the new law takes effect July 1, 2020. The law reduces penalties for offenses involving the possession of up to one ounce of marijuana to a civil violation – punishable by a maximum $25 fine, no arrest, and no criminal record.
MMJ Recs
APRIL 11, 2020
What are the employment rights for medical marijuana users? Does having a medical card show up on a background check? Can I be denied employment due to my MMJ card? How does medical marijuana usage affect my performance at work? These are just a few of the questions that many medical marijuana users have around MMJ and the workplace. A lot of MMJ cardholders are currently employed, and many members of the workforce who do not yet have an MMJ card would benefit a great deal from treatment with me
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.
Cannabis Law Report
APRIL 14, 2020
On Monday, April 13, 2020, Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam announced the signing of a bill decriminalizing marijuana in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Virginia now joins … Read More.
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Sensi Seeds
APRIL 14, 2020
CBD is a non-psychoactive component of cannabis. CBD gained popularity much later than psychoactive THC, but was isolated more than 20 years earlier. Currently CBD is being thoroughly studied and investigated for its medicinal applications in treating numerous ailments. As it stands CBD now tops THC as the most well-understood cannabinoid in cannabis plants.
The Fresh Toast
APRIL 14, 2020
Can Marijuana Improve Sleep For Chronic Insomnia Patients? Researchers found a proprietary CBD-THC blend helped chronic insomnia patients fall asleep and stay asleep through the night. The post Can Marijuana Improve Sleep For Chronic Insomnia Patients? appeared first on The Fresh Toast.
The Joint Blog
APRIL 16, 2020
According to a new study cannabis may be a useful adjunct therapy for those undergoing radiation therapy, although more research is needed to confirm this. The study is published in the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences and titled Cannabis and Radiation Therapy: A Scoping Review of Human Clinical Trials. “It is estimated that at least 20% of Canadian patients with cancer use cannabis to alleviate symptoms of their disease and/or cope with the side effects of their treatmen
Cannabis Law Report
APRIL 15, 2020
The Florida Senate is using a controversial new law to try to bolster arguments against a proposed constitutional amendment that seeks to allow people to … Read More.
Leafly
APRIL 16, 2020
Italian researchers looked at how cannabimovone (CBM) sensitized cells to insulin. The post Rare cannabinoid shows early promise for diabetes appeared first on Leafly.
Canna Law Blog
APRIL 15, 2020
For our clients in the cannabis space, from licensed operators to ancillary service providers, we’ve found that virtually no area of business (and no contract) is immune from the unique regulatory concerns of the industry. Our firm represents many ancillary companies that do business with cannabis operators, including software companies, delivery platforms, and other online service providers, and we regularly review contracts for these types of arrangements.
NORML
APRIL 14, 2020
This message was emailed to NORML supporters. Let me be frank with you: I’ve been shut out. I’m shut out of the halls of Congress, that is. As NORML’s political director, it’s my job to go to Capitol Hill and engage in face-to-face conversations with lawmakers and their staff about the failures of cannabis prohibition and the need for reform.
The Fresh Toast
APRIL 13, 2020
Though marijuana isn’t associated with addiction, habitual use could develop into problem behavior such as dependence. Continue reading Is Cannabis Withdrawal Syndrome Real? at The Fresh Toast.
The Joint Blog
APRIL 17, 2020
According to a new study, marijuana use is associated with subjective improvements in opioid withdrawal symptoms and opioid withdrawal severity. This is according to a study published in the Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment. For the study, first reported by NORML, researchers examined the impact of cannabis use on symptoms of opioid withdrawal in a cohort of 200 subjects.
Leafwell
APRIL 14, 2020
Introduction. Since the COVID-19 outbreak, Arkansas suspended rules requiring an initial face-to-face meeting for a patient-physician relationship to begin. This means that a patient-physician relationship can now be established online. The new, expanded allowable uses for telemedicine and telehealth include online medical marijuana consultations. Here’s how to get your medical cannabis.
Project CBD
APRIL 14, 2020
Therapeutic horticulture & regenerative cannabis farming
NORML
APRIL 15, 2020
The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) recognizes that it is important to be compliant with state and federal guidelines regarding social and physical distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic. That is why, in the best interest of public health and safety, NORML is encouraging cannabis consumers not to congregate in groups either outdoors or indoors this 4/20.
Leafly
APRIL 17, 2020
Do you stop dreaming when you smoke a lot of weed? Or have crazy dreams when you take a t-break? Read on to see how cannabis can affect your dreams. The post Does cannabis affect your dreams? appeared first on Leafly.
Sensi Seeds
APRIL 16, 2020
A ground-breaking 20-year study investigated the links between tobacco, cannabis, and lung function. It found that while tobacco caused adverse effects, cannabis did not. As a result of this study and others like it, healthcare providers are beginning to pay attention, and some health insurers are even starting to cover medicinal cannabis costs! The post Smoking Cannabis Vs.
Project CBD
APRIL 14, 2020
Virtually overnight, gardening has become a big thing. In the U.S. and beyond, people are sheltered at home, unemployed, and unable to venture far beyond their own abodes. Out of worry, boredom, food insecurity, or just a nascent desire to get their hands in the soil, “victory gardens” are sprouting up everywhere , according to The New York Times.
NORML
APRIL 14, 2020
Federal law enforcement agents and their partners made fewer marijuana-related arrests in 2019, but seized a far greater number of plants than they did the year before, according to annual data compiled by US Drug Enforcement Administration. According to figures published in the DEA’s Domestic Cannabis Eradication/Suppression Statistical Report , the agency and its law enforcement partners confiscated an estimated four million marijuana plants in 2019 – up from 2.8 million in 2018.
Leafly
APRIL 17, 2020
Rolling a blunt comes with its own nuances that maintain function and tradition. Explore Leafly’s guide on how to roll a blunt today. The post How to roll a perfect blunt: A step-by-step guide appeared first on Leafly.
Sensi Seeds
APRIL 11, 2020
2020 is a very special year for Sensi Seeds. It’s our 35 year anniversary! We owe our success to all of you, so it’s our great pleasure to invite you to celebrate it with us. We’ve got a whole year of cannabis content for you, from unique archive footage to new monthly promotions, celebrity interviews and secrets from behind the scenes. The post Sensi Seeds 35 Year Anniversary: Let the Celebrations Begin!
Cannabis Law Report
APRIL 14, 2020
Here’s a quick report by Ganjapreneur. We will have a special investigative piece publishing later this week that suggests the SEC have a much longer … Read More.
NORML
APRIL 14, 2020
In recent days, numerous states have taken steps to ensure that state-licensed cannabis facilities are explicitly permitted to maintain operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. In several jurisdictions, lawmakers have designated these operations to be ‘essential’ to the health and well-being of the patient community. In others, regulators have either relaxed protocols or moved forward with new, emergency rules to facilitate expanded access – such as permitting patients to seek
Leafly
APRIL 17, 2020
Cannabis-filled rolls fall under three broad categories: joints, blunts, and spliffs. Learn the differences between each type, from filling to paper to global popularity. The post What’s the difference between joints, blunts, and spliffs? appeared first on Leafly.
Sensi Seeds
APRIL 15, 2020
Having its own day is one of the defining components of a culture. The special day of cannabis lovers, April 20th, has evolved rather than being chosen. For many years, the origins of this nebulous festivity were little known and widely guessed at. So what does 420 represent? The post Where Did 420 Come From, And Where Is It Going? appeared first on Sensi Seeds Blog.
The Blunt Truth
APRIL 16, 2020
Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. No surprise, coronavirus continues to dominate the news in cannabis, just as it does in every other realm. It has put state legalization campaigns on hold, delayed sales roll-outs, and the problems in Massachusetts could fill this blog post all by themselves.
NORML
APRIL 17, 2020
In celebration of NORML’s 50th anniversary, L.A. NORML is putting on a 100% FREE virtual live-streaming event where we will take a journey through time and honor cannabis pioneers, new leaders, and future change makers! We have an absolute OG lineup of speakers and guests! Tommy Chong, Todd McCormick, Brett Harrelson, Mr. Sherbinski, Rob Van Dam, Keith Stroup, Bruce Margolin, Chris Dell’Olio, Felicia Carbajal, Erik Altieri, and Stephanie Landa. -->.
Leafly
APRIL 16, 2020
Coconut oil has infused its way into some of the cannabis industry’s most popular products. Check out Leafly’s guide on how to make cannabis coconut oil. The post Cannabis and coconut oil: Uses, benefits, and a recipe to make your own appeared first on Leafly.
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