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Questions You Can Ask Your Medical Marijuana Doctor

Leafwell

It can be difficult to talk to your primary care physician about medical cannabis. This is one of the many good reasons why seeing a doctor who specializes in medical marijuana (and is open to recommending it) is a good idea. You will be less worried and feel more comfortable speaking about something that still has a lot of stigma attached to it. Here’s some questions you can ask a medical.

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Is Marijuana the Next Antibiotic?

CannaMD

As legalization opens new pathways for cannabis research, studies continue to expand the growing list of marijuana’s medical benefits. One such study, published in American Chemical Society of Infectious Diseases , has added to this diverse list of benefits, after researchers in Canada discovered that compounds in marijuana fight MRSA and other drug-resistant infections.

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Women With Menopause Now Turning To Cannabis For Treatment

The Fresh Toast

Women With Menopause Now Turning To Cannabis For Treatment. A new survey found women were turning to cannabis more than traditional menopause therapy, such as hormone treatment. The post Women With Menopause Now Turning To Cannabis For Treatment appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Virginia: Legislation Bars Police from Using Marijuana Odor as a Pretext for a Search

NORML

The bills' language states, “no law-enforcement officer may lawfully search or seize any person, place, or thing solely on the basis of the odor of marijuana.". The post Virginia: Legislation Bars Police from Using Marijuana Odor as a Pretext for a Search appeared first on 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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Cannabis Science Retractions: Few & Far Between

Project CBD

Cannabis science article retractions are infrequent and few researchers are helds accountable for fraud.

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What are psychedelics?

Leafly

Learn the basics on psychedelics—what they are, how they work, what benefits they can provide, and the history of their usage. See also which cities have already decriminalized them and who has them on the Nov. 2020 ballot. The post What are psychedelics? appeared first on Leafly.

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Arizona: State’s Largest Newspaper Opines in Favor of Prop. 207: The Smart & Safe Arizona Act

NORML

Calling the criminalization of cannabis in Arizona “a historic wrong,” editors opined: "We need to. decriminalize marijuana use and put the responsibility back on individuals to choose wisely when it comes to low-grade substances such as marijuana and alcohol.". The post Arizona: State’s Largest Newspaper Opines in Favor of Prop. 207: The Smart & Safe Arizona Act appeared first on NORML.

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Does Smoking Cannabis Affect Your Ability to Dream?

Cannabis Life Network

For most cannabis users, smoking weed allows them to fall asleep fast; Often unable to remember their dreams. So, does smoking cannabis affect your ability to dream? Think about it… if you are a regular smoker, can you recall any of your recent dreams? Maybe a few dreams on occasion, but not likely very many. […]. The post Does Smoking Cannabis Affect Your Ability to Dream?

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Best Cannabis Disorder Treatment: More Cannabis (Study)

CannaMD

Cannabis use disorder was coined in 2013, when the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) first classified the term. Since the beginning, there’s been plenty of debate around the legitimacy of the disorder. Yet these conversations have become increasingly animated in light of a recent study, when scientists in 2020 discovered a promising new cure for problematic cannabis use.

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Retail marijuana sales begin in Maine

Leafly

It's day one in Vacationland, and Leafly's got live coverage of Maine stores opening across the state. The post Retail marijuana sales begin in Maine appeared first on Leafly.

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South Dakota: Former U.S. Senate Majority Leader Voices Support for Statewide Legalization Initiatives

NORML

"I did not advocate for legal marijuana while I served in the Senate but, like many other Americans, my viewpoint has vastly evolved in recent years.". The post South Dakota: Former U.S. Senate Majority Leader Voices Support for Statewide Legalization Initiatives appeared first on NORML.

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What to Know About H2 Receptor Blockers

Cannabis Law Report

H2 receptor blockers are a commonly used type of medicine that helps treat conditions related to too much stomach acid. H2 blockers are available over … Read More. The post What to Know About H2 Receptor Blockers first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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What to Look For When Buying a Medical Marijuana Product

Leafwell

If there’s one question you can ask when it comes to choosing a medical marijuana product, it’s this: “Has it been tested for safety and cannabinoid-terpene content?” If the product is making any additional claims, like labelling a product “Sleep” or “Relax”, does the company have the evidence to back it up? The test results will tell you the most about the effect a medical marijuana product has.

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‘Follow your own light,’ Carlos Santana tells Leafly readers

Leafly

The Grammy-winning icon offers three new cannabis varieties in California stores this month. The post ‘Follow your own light,’ Carlos Santana tells Leafly readers appeared first on Leafly.

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NORML 2020 Conference: Celebrating 50 Years of Activism

NORML

Register now for the NORML 2020 Conference, streaming October 22-23 from 12-5PM EDT. The post NORML 2020 Conference: Celebrating 50 Years of Activism appeared first on NORML.

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The Indian Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act of 1985

Cannabis Law Report

In 1985, Cannabis was banned in India after centuries of use due to the passage of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The … Read More. The post The Indian Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act of 1985 first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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The Pandemic Has Caused a Surge in Cannabis Use for Mental Health

Veriheal

COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, Coronavirus… whichever name you choose to refer to the pandemic, has recently held many countries captive to its contagiousness. The virus first appeared in China in December 2019 and has impacted the lives of countless people, whether due to the virus itself or due to the restrictions imposed by governments as a result. Many people have suffered at the hands of the COVID crisis, which includes experiencing compromised mental health.

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Smell of cannabis alone isn’t cause for vehicle search, Pennsylvania court rules

Leafly

Courts in legal medical states are increasingly rejecting the "smell of marijuana" as probable cause to search a vehicle or person. The post Smell of cannabis alone isn’t cause for vehicle search, Pennsylvania court rules appeared first on Leafly.

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NORML Provides Voter Resources for National Voter Education Week

NORML

This will be an exciting week of action, that will build voter confidence and empower them to become ambassadors of voting in their own communities. The post NORML Provides Voter Resources for National Voter Education Week appeared first on NORML.

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Zendo Project Webinar Series

Cannabis Law Report

Join the Zendo Project for a new 5-part webinar series from October 22 – November 19, 2020 , taking place every Thursday at noon Pacific … Read More. The post Zendo Project Webinar Series first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Everything You Need to Know About CBD Oil

Otherside Farms

CBD or cannabidiol is extracted from the plant cannabis. You can read more about this on this site here. People mainly use this product for its therapeutic effects and other helpful benefits. CBD oil can help reduce inflammation, anxiety, and it can help in managing pain. In 2018, the Food and Drug Administration had approved the use of the drug called Epidiolex.

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Why I feel guilty shopping at weed dispensaries

Leafly

Even in recreational states, it doesn't always feel like Black Lives Matter when you head to the dispensary. The post Why I feel guilty shopping at weed dispensaries appeared first on Leafly.

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Mississippi: A guide to filling out your ballot this election

NORML

Here’s how it goes: first, you must fill in the bubble to “vote for approval of either.” Then, under the header “vote for one,” fill in the bubble in support of Measure No. 65. The post Mississippi: A guide to filling out your ballot this election appeared first on NORML.

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Alert: Regulators Issue Public Reminders as Recreational Marijuana Sales Poised to Begin in Maine

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUSTA – With the very first lawful sales of adult use marijuana poised to begin on Friday, October 9, regulators with the Office of Marijuana … Read More. The post Alert: Regulators Issue Public Reminders as Recreational Marijuana Sales Poised to Begin in Maine first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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What Are Flavonoids? The Unique Effects of Cannabis’s Flavors

Leafwell

Why Are the Flavonoids in Cannabis Important? We’ve written about the cannabinoids and terpenes in cannabis, but what about the taste? Does the flavor of cannabis contribute to its effects? The answer is simply, “Yes”. Flavonoids are hugely important plant pigments responsible for flavor and coloration, producing pigmentation (yellow, red, blue or purple, with green being a result of chlorophyll) to attract pollinators.

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Weed rituals: a cross-cultural connection to calm

Leafly

Cannabis and meditation have an important part in many different cultures. Explore how we use calming weed rituals to connect with ourselves and, in the process, one another. The post Weed rituals: a cross-cultural connection to calm appeared first on Leafly.

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Vermont Becomes Eleventh State to Legalize Adult-Use Marijuana Sales

NORML

"This is a victory for those who wish to disrupt the illicit marketplace and move forward with an above-ground, regulated cannabis marketplace.”. The post Vermont Becomes Eleventh State to Legalize Adult-Use Marijuana Sales appeared first on NORML.

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Article: National Cannabis Speaker Series showcases alternative careers in the cannabis industry

Cannabis Law Report

Pipe Dream report… Guest speaker Zach Lipson detailed his career history, how it helped him found his own cannabis company As more states legalize … Read More. The post Article: National Cannabis Speaker Series showcases alternative careers in the cannabis industry first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Yes, Really: The TTAB Affirms That the USPTO Will Not Register Marks for Illegal Goods

The Blunt Truth

Trademark owners in the cannabis field keep trying new ways to register their marks, and who can blame them? Branding is everything in an increasingly online world, and protecting your brand’s reputation is paramount to staying in business, especially when you operate in an industry mired in legal grey areas. The cannabis industry is growing and the laws are constantly evolving, seemingly more quickly in recent years.

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Leafly’s guide to Missouri medical marijuana dispensary products

Leafly

Dispensaries are expected to open by mid-October. Here's what to bring, and what you'll find there. The post Leafly’s guide to Missouri medical marijuana dispensary products appeared first on Leafly.