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Organigram Provides Update on Corporate Action Plan in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

Cannabis Law Report

What they really meant to say in their headline was… “Today we announced the temporary layoff of approximately 45 per cent of our workforce primarily … Read More.

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CBD as a Steroid Sparing Treatment

Project CBD

Could cannabidiol be a breakthrough therapy to replace or lessen the use of steroids?

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Washington Cannabis Finally Adopts a Social Equity Program

Canna Law Blog

On March 31, 2020, Washington State Governor Jay Inslee signed HB 2870 , which “creates a new social equity program that provides business opportunities to people from disproportionately-harmed communities so they can benefit economically from the cannabis industry and become a cannabis retailer.” We’ve covered the social equity program in Los Angeles pretty heavily, as our L.A. office has been working with applicants since the beginning, and in California, Oakland and San Francisco have also im

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What You Need to Know About Cannabis and Coronavirus

NORML

Here at NORML, we take our work seriously. With so many unsubstantiated claims being made regarding cannabis and staying safe during the COVID-19 outbreak, we’ve compiled a list of resources for consumers and ways your activism can thrive during social distancing. Download tips. NORML’s Responsible Consumer Safety Tips. As a member of our NORML family, we earnestly care about your well-being.

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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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Coronavirus, Cannabis and Intellectual Property: What You Need to Know

Canna Law Blog

Our team’s focus has unexpectedly shifted over the last month or more to address the myriad issues our clients are now facing in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. The effects on both companies and employees are already being felt, and I would implore everyone to read my colleague Vince Sliwoski’s post on actionable steps to take now: Cannabis and Coronavirus: What Your Business Should Do Right Now.

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Charlotte Figi, CBD pioneer and ‘Charlotte’s Web’ namesake, dies from COVID-19

Leafly

The 13-year-old Colorado girl's courageous example led to the acceptance of medical marijuana and the use of CBD for epilepsy. The post Charlotte Figi, CBD pioneer and ‘Charlotte’s Web’ namesake, dies from COVID-19 appeared first on Leafly.

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How adaptogens and innovation helped FOCL create a CBD breakthrough

Leafly

FOCL creates hemp-derived CBD products to help you ditch stress, recover faster, concentrate longer, and sleep deeper. The key? Adaptogens. The post How adaptogens and innovation helped FOCL create a CBD breakthrough appeared first on Leafly.

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Is your state flattening the COVID-19 curve? Here’s the latest data

Leafly

Projected deaths are falling along the West Coast, but New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut are expected to see unusually high mortality. The post Is your state flattening the COVID-19 curve? Here’s the latest data appeared first on Leafly.

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How Colombian medical cannabis producers are adapting to the COVID-19 pandemic

Cannabis Law Report

MJ Biz write… Marijuana Business Daily reached out to some of the top medical cannabis businesses in Colombia to find out what they are doing … Read More.

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Study: Far Fewer Incidences of Vaping Illness Reported in States with Legal Cannabis Markets

NORML

Incidences of the vaping-related lung illness EVALI (e-cigarette or vaping product use-associated lung injury) are primarily concentrated to jurisdictions where adult-use cannabis consumption is prohibited, according to data published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Network Open. Commenting on the findings, NORML Executive Director Erik Altieri said, “These findings come as little surprise.

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Gatherings restricted, schools closed: What’s being done to fight COVID-19

Cannabis Life Network

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every province and territory. Canada’s chief public health officer and her provincial counterparts are encouraging people to wash their hands, give each other space and wear a mask if they are sick or a homemade one if they believe they could have been exposed to the virus and are not showing any symptoms. Ottawa has […].

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Massachusetts cannabis stores sue governor to allow re-opening

Leafly

Gov. Charlie Baker shut down adult-use stores but not medical sales. Most states are allowing both. The post Massachusetts cannabis stores sue governor to allow re-opening appeared first on Leafly.

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COVID-19: Ontario closing more businesses to combat coronavirus spread

Cannabis Life Network

Cannabis shops being closed. Only the provincial cannabis online portal will remain open. TORONTO — The sacrifices Ontarians have made recently have saved thousands from the ravages of the COVID-19 pandemic, Premier Doug Ford said Friday, even as he announced more stringent measures in a bid to avert what new projections suggest could be a dire outcome. […].

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The Best Strain for Pain: Which Marijuana Strains Are Best for Chronic Pain Management?

PrestoDoctor

An estimated 50 million Americans suffer from chronic pain. That’s over 20 percent of the adult population. Chronic pain can be severely disabling. Many people turn to prescription drugs, including opiates, for relief. However, these drugs come with dangerous side effects and a high risk of dependency. Medical marijuana is becoming an increasingly popular option for pain relief.

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Participate in a Confidential Survey Assessing Cannabis Use Patterns During the COVID-19 Pandemic

NORML

A team of researchers affiliated with the University of Miami School of Nursing are collecting epidemiological data to better evaluate how cannabis consumers, and patients in particular, are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. Investigators are seeking respondents to participate in an anonymous electronic survey — which is available online here — to evaluate whether consumers have experienced changes in their frequency of cannabis use, dosing, access, or preferred methods of ingesti

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Recipe: How to make cannabis-infused tea

Leafly

Cannabis tea is a great alternative to traditional edibles when you are looking for a simple way to add a little cannabis super boost to your day. Learn how to make weed teas. The post Recipe: How to make cannabis-infused tea appeared first on Leafly.

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US v Campbell – Ninth Circuit to Consider Whether Hashish is Marijuana

Cannabis Law Report

From Manzuri Law… and as they say, a very interesting case In a very interesting case, the Ninth Circuit is considering whether the criminal defendant in … Read More.

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California Assembly (Again) Considers Bill Requiring Employers to Accommodate Medical Cannabis Use

The Blunt Truth

Marijuana (cannabis) remains a Schedule I drug under the federal Controlled Substances Act. And, more than a decade ago, the California Supreme Court held in Ross v. RagingWire Telecomm., Inc. , that employers have the right to reject an applicant who tests positive for medical cannabis. Since that time, California employers have enjoyed some comfort in the ability to enforce their workplace substance abuse policies.

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CBD Isolate vs Full spectrum: A Comparison

The Herb Collective

At first glance, cannabis seems like a pretty easy concept to grasp. You smoke it, you get high, and anxiety goes away. Right? Well, not so much. Once you start to learn more about cannabis, you learn that there is a lot of science involved in this wonderful plant. Knowing the different active ingredients and chemical compounds within cannabis can help you enhance your experience.

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Best 4/20 livestreams, concerts, and seshes of the cannabis holiday

Leafly

Grateful Dead debuts Shakedown Stream on YouTube. Snoop performs at Trillerfest. And so much more. The post Best 4/20 livestreams, concerts, and seshes of the cannabis holiday appeared first on Leafly.

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Lighting of the Sun on Bright Unfocused Eyes: A Note on Repercussions from the DEA’s Descheduling of Epidiolex

Cannabis Law Report

On April 7th, the Drug Enforcement Administration announced that Epidiolex was no longer being treated as a controlled substance. To truly appreciate this, we need … Read More.

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We Are Wellness!

Peninsula Alternative Health

Since we opened the doors to our first business, PAH, our goal was to always provide patients with the most comprehensive care and education in regard to their medical cannabis needs. As we have seen our industry progress, we also realized medical cannabis was not enough, and we wanted to answer the call. Peninsula Holistics was established and will continue to evolve into Peninsula Wellness over the course of the next few months.

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10 Ways Most First-Time Growers Go Wrong

LIWTS

Successful cannabis cultivation isn’t about knowing every rule in the book. If anything, it’s simply about avoiding the kinds of mistakes that could compromise the quality of your crop. As a first-time home grower, it’s almost impossible not to let your enthusiasm get the best of you. Whether you’re planning on growing a single cannabis [ ] The post 10 Ways Most First-Time Growers Go Wrong appeared first on Legalize it.

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420’s cannabis sales, deals have arrived early due to COVID-19

Leafly

Amazing values are out there right now. Just plan ahead, order online, and don't wait until the last minute. The post 420’s cannabis sales, deals have arrived early due to COVID-19 appeared first on Leafly.

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Uganda Exports Cannabis To Israel 250 Kg now Another 600 Kg To Be Sent End April

Cannabis Law Report

For those of you old enough to remember it’s certainly a step up from Operation Entebbe in 1976… Uganda’s daily monitor reports…… In the face of … Read More.

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Charlotte Figi: Girl who inspired Charlotte’s Web marijuana oil dies

Cannabis Life Network

DENVER — A girl with a rare form of epilepsy whose recovery inspired the name of a medical marijuana oil that drew families of children with similar health problems to Colorado for treatment has died after being hospitalized and treated as a likely coronavirus patient, her mother said Wednesday. Charlotte Figi was 13. Charlotte, who […]. The post Charlotte Figi: Girl who inspired Charlotte’s Web marijuana oil dies appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos &

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10 of the Best CBD Hemp Flower Strains

LIWTS

Slowly but surely, CBD is giving its psychoactive counterpart a serious run for its money. Traditionally, cannabis has been used by most people for purely recreational purposes. It’s currently estimated that around 400 million people worldwide consider themselves to be cannabis users. Of which, the overwhelming majority are all about the enjoyment of smoking weed, [ ] The post 10 of the Best CBD Hemp Flower Strains appeared first on Legalize it.

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Weedy kicks: How marijuana-themed sneakers became a 4/20 tradition

Leafly

Nike and Adidas put out special marijuana-themed shoes every year to mark 4/20. Here's how it happened. The post Weedy kicks: How marijuana-themed sneakers became a 4/20 tradition appeared first on Leafly.

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Mayor Of Jamaica Iowa Arrested By Police at 4.20pm For Growing Cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

As this Guardian story points out, behind the situational humor lies a more serious narrative about cannabis legalization in the USA… The Guardian writes……… LaDonna … Read More.

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qPCR is Trusted for COVID-19 Testing and Cannabis Testing

Medicinal Genomics

Testing is a critical part of humanity’s fight against COVID-19, helping to allocate resources, make social distancing more effective, and provide helpful data for forecasting. Several giants in the testing space, including Roche , LabCorp , Quest , ThermoFisher , LGC , and the Broad Institute , have designed coronavirus tests, and all of them use qPCR technology (a.k.a. real-time PCR). .

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