Making Medical Cannabis History
Project CBD
JULY 8, 2020
In the recent annals of medical cannabis history, a defining moment came in 2013 when CNN a reported on the seemingly miraculous antiseizure effects of CBD.
The Baltic Times: Cannabis policy reform in Lithuania: history, current status, and future challenges
Cannabis Law Report
JULY 2, 2022
It was only in 2013 that the country aligned its policy with the rest of the Union and allowed the cultivation of hemp by local farmers. Though it joined the European Union in 2004, Lithuania remained for several years the only country in the EU that criminalized even the cultivation of hemp – the non-psychoactive variety of the plant.
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NY Lawyer David Feder Takes On Acreage & Others In $600Million Lawsuit NY Supreme Court To Start Hearing Arguments
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 18, 2022
The Syracuse partners initially founded a company called NYCanna around 2013. The lawsuit details a number of complicated mergers, takeovers and other transactions in the company’s history. In addition to Acreage Holdings, the lawsuit names as defendants representatives of New Amsterdam Distributors LLC and New York Canna Inc.,
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New York Supreme Court determines $600 million lawsuit against Acreage Holdings and 30 other defendants can proceed.
Cannabis Law Report
MAY 3, 2022
DuVal and Daino founded New York Canna in 2013, which was later acquired by Acreage, and the lawsuit details a number of mergers, takeovers, and transactions in the company’s history, the report says. The lawsuit names as defendants representatives of New Amsterdam Distributors, LLC, New York Canna, Inc.
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What does 710-friendly mean?
The Cannigma
APRIL 14, 2022
As with many things in cannabis, the history of 710 is surrounded in lore and mystery. In 2013 the LA Weekly ran an article titled 710 is the new 420 and it exploded from there. If a shop is 710-friendly, they sell concentrates or dab equipment there. Where did 710 come from? Related Stories. The 7 best disposable weed pens for 2022.
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Cannabis regulations in Slovenia
The Cannigma
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Slovenia has a long history of cultivating industrial hemp. After a 2013 medical initiative failed to pass , the government reclassified cannabinoids from Class I illegal drugs to Class II, so they can be used for medical purposes. The same year, the government reclassified cannabinoids to make them available for medical use.
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Cannabis laws in Cuba
The Cannigma
APRIL 3, 2023
In 2013, the Cuban government passed a law that decriminalized the possession of up to 5 grams of cannabis. In addition, the country has a long history of using traditional medicines, including herbal remedies, and some individuals in Cuba have reportedly used cannabis to self-medicate for various medical conditions.
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Another Professional Athlete Embraces Cannabis—But at a High Cost
Veriheal
MARCH 30, 2022
” Griner was the number one overall pick in the 2013 WNBA draft. In January, Thailand went down in history as the first Asian nation to decriminalize recreational cannabis. On March 5, an official on Russian State TV said, “An expert determined that the liquid is a narcotic drug, cannabis oil.
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10 must-see movies and TV shows about growing weed
The Cannigma
APRIL 9, 2023
“American Drug War 2: Cannabis Destiny” (2013) " src="[link] frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""> “American Drug War 2: Cannabis Destiny” is a thought-provoking documentary that explores the history of prohibition in the United States.
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Cherokee Group Officially Legalizes Cannabis
SpeedWeed
AUGUST 6, 2021
Cherokee native people just made history, as the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians has legalized cannabis. . For the first time in North Carolina history, medical marijuana is legal. Cherokee Makes History . He first introduced a bill in 2013 in an attempt to do so. It’s legal in Cherokee land, to be exact.
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MD or Do for Hartford, CT Clinic
Canna Care Docs
SEPTEMBER 26, 2019
Since 2013, Canna Care Docs has expanded to over 25 locations representing 11 states. Job Responsibilities: The Medical Practitioner, Medical Doctor (MD), ARPN or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO), will be responsible for: · Perform non-invasive exams and obtain health histories. Evaluate patient for verification of a qualifying condition.
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Executive Spotlight: George Jage
Cannabis Law Report
JULY 5, 2021
Prior to founding Jage Media and its properties, George was Co-founder & Exec VP of the Off-Price Show (1993 – 2001), Co-founder & CEO of World Tea Media (2002 – 2012), and Group Director of the Beverage Group at F&W Media (2013 – 2014).
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An Illinois Bill Aims to Stop Car Searches Based on Smell
Veriheal
APRIL 14, 2023
Illinois legalized medical cannabis back in 2013. This is great news to hear, especially since the state has a history of arresting people from communities of color. Something else Illinois is starting to become known for is cannabis. The state offers both legal medical and adult-use recreational cannabis.
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DMT Therapy: Coming to a Clinic Near You?
Canna Law Blog
NOVEMBER 27, 2021
Also, according to the DEA, “the history of human experience probably goes back several hundred years since DMT usage is associated with a number of religious practices and rituals.” DMT, like its sister psychedelics (LSD, MDMA, psilocybin … and even marijuana), is a Schedule I controlled substance.
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MD or DO – Springfield, St. Louis, Kansas City
Canna Care Docs
DECEMBER 3, 2019
Since 2013, we have been providing high quality medical cannabis education and certification to thousands of patients. Job Responsibilities: The DO / MD will be responsible for: Perform non-invasive exams and obtain health histories Evaluate patient for verification of a qualifying condition Work within sailmd and sailcmr platform.
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Medical Practitioner – MD or DO
Canna Care Docs
SEPTEMBER 25, 2019
Since 2013, Canna Care Docs has expanded to over 25 locations representing 11 states. Job Responsibilities: The Medical Practitioner, Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO), will be responsible for: · Perform non-invasive exams and obtain health histories. Why Work for CannaCareDocs? Work within sailmd and sailcmr platform.
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MD/DO or NP
Canna Care Docs
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Since 2013, we have been providing high quality medical cannabis education and certification to thousands of patients. The Canna Care Docs team is comprised of physicians, licensed healthcare practitioners and support staff who all share the goal of helping patients along their medical cannabis journey.
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CBD Ban: Brits Take Up Fight And Send Lawyers To Brussels
Cannabis Law Report
MARCH 9, 2019
and derived products containing cannabinoids are considered novel foods as a history of consumption has not been demonstrated. They are taking issue with the change by the EU in its submission for the term ‘cannabinoids’ states: “Extracts of Cannabis sativa L.
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Is weed legal in Turkey?
The Cannigma
MARCH 10, 2022
History of weed in Turkey. With its bustling largest city of Istanbul at the crossroads between Europe and Asia, Turkey has a long history of travel and trade. Medical: legal Recreational: illegal. Cannabis cultivation in Turkey dates back centuries, used in the shipping industry to manufacture ropes, sails, and other materials.
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Albania is Poised to Legalize Cannabis to Help Crush the Illicit Drug Trade
Veriheal
JULY 24, 2020
A History of Cannabis in Albania. It wasn’t until the Socialist party came to power in 2013 that the government began to bring the illegal cannabis trade under some semblance of control. And in Asia, where cannabis laws have historically been strict, Thailand was among the first to adopt a medical cannabis policy.
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The Rise of Cannabis Culture: Exploring the Evolution of Bong Smoking
The Joint Blog
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
There is a rich history behind what has become an important ritual among cannabis smokers today that we are going to focus on in this article. The history of bong smoking As an avid smoker, you could be wondering where and how the tradition of bong smoking came to be. Interestingly, bong smoking didn’t start yesterday.
Medical Marijuanana, Cannabis and PTSD
LifeCannMD
OCTOBER 13, 2020
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder has been known under different names, according to the time of history: Soldier’s heart from the Civil War, shell shock from WW I, combat fatigue from WW II, delayed stress from the Vietnam War. By: Fernando Fandino-Sende, MD. Overall PTSD affects eight million Americans annually.
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Canada: First patient in Quebec gets approval for magic mushroom therapy
Cannabis Law Report
MAY 19, 2022
. “We look at the diagnosis, the medical history, if there’s a risk of addiction, what treatments have already been tried …. There must have been a lot of treatments done beforehand so the application is solid.” ” Health Canada on Jan.
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Does cannabis impact the effectiveness of birth control?
Veriheal
JULY 26, 2022
Additionally, a 2013 study found that cannabis can affect estrogen, a naturally produced hormone and one of the hormones found in contraceptives. Considering the risks that come with contraceptives and these risks, it may seem logical that the combination of cannabis and birth control may present a greater risk to patients.
Delaware Lawmaker Will Reintroduce Cannabis Legalization Bill in January
SpeedWeed
AUGUST 30, 2021
Under Idaho’s previous law, which went into effect in 2013, campaigns had to collect signatures from 6% of the registered voters in 18 of Idaho’s 35 legislative districts. I’m actually out there in my community getting signatures because it’s very important to Idaho and I want to be part of this changing of times, making history in Idaho.”
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How to get your Medical Cannabis card in Delaware
Canna Care Docs
OCTOBER 2, 2020
History of Medical Marijuana in Delaware. As of June 30, 2013. Does Delaware have medical cannabis Reciprocity? Delaware does not recognize the validity of out-of-state medical marijuana cards or physician’s certificates/recommendations. It took effect on July 1, 2011. Delaware’s first Dispensary open June 2015.
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Third Senate Committee Approves North Carolina Medical Cannabis Bill
SpeedWeed
AUGUST 30, 2021
Under Idaho’s previous law, which went into effect in 2013, campaigns had to collect signatures from 6% of the registered voters in 18 of Idaho’s 35 legislative districts. I’m actually out there in my community getting signatures because it’s very important to Idaho and I want to be part of this changing of times, making history in Idaho.”
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Cannabis and OCD: Seeking Relief
PrestoDoctor
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
One study published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology in 2013 found that cannabis reduced compulsions, anxiety, and distress in participants with OCD. They can provide personalized guidance, taking into account factors like individual symptoms, medical history, and potential interactions with other medications.
Retail Cannabis Sales in Maine to Finally Begin Very Soon!
Veriheal
SEPTEMBER 26, 2020
Maine’s History with Cannabis. In 2013, the city of Portland, Maine legalized recreational cannabis. Though cannabis has been legal for some time, it hasn’t been available for purchase, leaving those hoping that the legalization of the substance would bring about change disappointed. But all of that will change on October 9th, 2020.
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Ohio Ballot Board Certifies Coalition to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol’s Initiative as Single Issue
SpeedWeed
AUGUST 30, 2021
Under Idaho’s previous law, which went into effect in 2013, campaigns had to collect signatures from 6% of the registered voters in 18 of Idaho’s 35 legislative districts. I’m actually out there in my community getting signatures because it’s very important to Idaho and I want to be part of this changing of times, making history in Idaho.”
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Good news, governor: Cannabis will not kill your kids
The Cannigma
MARCH 21, 2021
Ricketts also mentioned Levi Pongi , a young student who “killed himslef” after he jumped to his death from a hotel balcony after eating an edible (the coroner ruled the death an accident), and Marc Bullard, a 23-year-old with no history of mental illness who killed himself in 2016 and mentioned dabbing in his suicide note.
BMJ Opinion: Benoit Gomis: Why we can’t let cannabis become the next Big Tobacco
Cannabis Law Report
SEPTEMBER 24, 2021
Uruguay legalised recreational use of cannabis in 2013, Canada in 2018, and Mexico is considering following suit. Not all regulatory frameworks are equal, and the history of the tobacco industry is a testament to that. The US is debating federal legalisation.
Kind Idaho Ramps Up Efforts to Place Medical Cannabis Legalization Initiative on State’s 2022 Ballot
SpeedWeed
AUGUST 26, 2021
Under Idaho’s previous law, which went into effect in 2013, campaigns had to collect signatures from 6% of the registered voters in 18 of Idaho’s 35 legislative districts. I’m actually out there in my community getting signatures because it’s very important to Idaho and I want to be part of this changing of times, making history in Idaho.”
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Washington Cannabis: Crimes That Affect Your License Application, Maintenance, and Renewal
Canna Law Blog
JULY 31, 2019
As mentioned above, in the license application and renewal processes, the WSLCB reviews each TPOI’s criminal history and assigns a score to each TPOI based on a point accumulation system. Because a marijuana license is issued in the name of all TPOIs, each TPOI must be a Washington resident at least six months prior to applying to the WSLCB.
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Celebrating 420 in 2023
Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)
APRIL 12, 2023
Let’s look at how you can celebrate 420 with fun activity ideas, local celebrations, and even learning a bit more about 420 history. The History and Origins of 420 Before we get ahead of ourselves and light up in celebration, what exactly is 420?
Medical Cannabis Family, Nurse Discuss CBD’s Therapeutic Benefits at the 4th Annual Cannabis World Congress and Business Expo in New York
CannaEffect
JULY 7, 2017
Lily Howard, making history as one of the youngest guests to ever appear on Cannabis Talk 101, said “My sister Harper was born when I was 2. Penny Howard said she and her husband discovered CBD oil after they saw Dr. Sanjay Gupta’s CNN special “Weed” in 2013 and began to search for alternative medicine for Harper. “We
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It’s Time to Disband the DEA
Canna Law Blog
JUNE 17, 2020
” The ACLU reported that in 2013, a DEA task force in San Francisco’s Tenderloin District resulted in 37 federal prosecutions. The DEA has endangered and ruined Black lives throughout its history, while never succeeding in its statutory role of preventing drug use and stopping the drug trade.
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African Cannabis Landscape: Guest Blog
CannaTech
SEPTEMBER 5, 2019
In this first part of a three part series, Jessica offers an insightful overview of regional history and developments. Consider that there are various regions with deeply embedded histories of cannabis use , cultural connections to the plant and years of illicit cultivation, distribution and consumption.
Ross Rebagliati on Not Condemning Olympic Cannabis Use
SpeedWeed
JULY 15, 2021
In some circles, it can be said that he won gold twice, as this is the one-and-only time in the history of the Olympics to date where a medal was returned to an athlete after being taken away. In 2013, I started Ross-Gold, a cannabis related company. It’s a well-documented history. Bad rules are designed to be broken.
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U.S. Federal Court Tells DEA to Evaluate Rescheduling Cannabis, in Light of its Medical Benefits
WeedAdvisor
JUNE 1, 2019
Having marijuana legal in their home state but completely illegal on a federal level makes them targets for government intervention – as has happened for quite some time before the Cole Memo took the issue head-on in 2013 (until it was eventually repealed). In writing for the majority, U.S.
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Guest Post: The Legal Status of CBD Oil in Italy
Cannabis Law Report
AUGUST 6, 2019
While the Ministries of Health and Justice awarded penalties for the possession, sale and consumption of cannabis prior to 2013, medical cannabis was legalised and made available to patients from 2013 onwards. To understand the reasoning behind this, we need to study the history of cannabis legalisation in Italy.
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Pro Snowboarder and Film Maker Travis Rice Partners with Leading CBD Brand, HempFusion
Cannabis Law Report
OCTOBER 1, 2019
In 2013, Rice was named the best contemporary snowboarder in the world by RedBull. Rice’s ground-breaking films also include The Fourth Phase and Depth Perception and have redefined snowboarding, making Rice one of the most prolific athletes and film makers in action sports history. “We commented Ian deQueiroz, CEO of HempFusion.
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How to Get Your Medical Cannabis Card in Maryland
Canna Care Docs
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
History of Medical Cannabis in Maryland. Governor O’Malley signed legislation in May 2013 establishing a medical marijuana program in Maryland that restricted distribution to academic medical centers. No, Maryland does not have reciprocity. No distribution centers were set up.
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Minority owned cannabis company, TheraTrue Inc., announces new CEO Victor Mancebo, $50 million in funding, and applies in Georgia and Virginia
SpeedWeed
FEBRUARY 28, 2021
As the company’s founder, I am keenly aware of the history of cannabis and how it has disproportionately impacted black Americans. Paul served as Chief Research Officer at Barracuda through its IPO in 2013. Paul was also cofounder of Purewire, a web security company, that was acquired by Barracuda in 2008.
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