article thumbnail

Israel: Cannabis Powerhouse

Canna Law Blog

Israel is among the world’s leaders in the medical and non-medical cannabis research and development (R&D). In this post, I briefly examine the history of cannabis in Israel and what the future may hold for the country. First, Israel is gearing up to be a leading exporter of medical cannabis.

article thumbnail

Cannabis and OCD: Seeking Relief

PrestoDoctor

However, recent research suggests that cannabis may be a promising option for those seeking relief from OCD symptoms. While research is still in its early stages, some studies suggest that certain compounds found in cannabis, such as cannabidiol (CBD), may have a positive impact on reducing anxiety and intrusive thoughts associated with OCD.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

Cherokee Group Officially Legalizes Cannabis

SpeedWeed

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.

article thumbnail

BMJ Opinion: Benoit Gomis: Why we can’t let cannabis become the next Big Tobacco

Cannabis Law Report

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. Twitter : @benoitgomis. Source: [link].

article thumbnail

MAPS Is 36 Years Old – Doblin Provides Precis Timeline of the Organization

Cannabis Law Report

as a non-profit organization to fulfill the need to broaden psychedelic research, therapy, and develop legal options for psychedelic medicine. To celebrate this, we invite you to take a trip down memory lane and review highlights from every year of our history. Members of Congress voiced support for marijuana/AIDS research.

article thumbnail

US Conference of Mayors: 89th Annual Meeting Federal Cannabis Regulation Discussion & Resolutions

Cannabis Law Report

WHEREAS, in 2013, simple cannabis possession was the fourth most common cause of deportation for any offense and the most common cause of deportation for drug law violations; and. WHEREAS, the Department of Health and Human Services, a government agency of the United States of America, holds U.S. Mayors Across The U.S.

Policy 98
article thumbnail

California: Department of Cannabis Control Names Leadership Team

Cannabis Law Report

Elliott was the Governor’s Senior Advisor on Cannabis at the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development. Salama earned a Master of Arts degree in business and community development from California State University, Sacramento. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit from 2013 to 2014. Biographies. Director – Nicole Elliott.