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Cannabis in Jamaica – Laws, Use, and History

Sensi Seeds

However, until 2015, the law stated that prison sentences could be given to those caught with even a small amount of the drug. Jamaica’s medicinal cannabis market is also starting to grow. The post Cannabis in Jamaica – Laws, Use, and History appeared first on Sensi Seeds Blog.

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The Endocannabinoid System-History, Health and Why We Feel High

Puff Puff Post

The History and Science of Cannabis. The use of cannabis for medicinal purposes can be dated back to as early as 2700 B.C.; Shen Nung was known as the “father of Chinese Medicine” as he was recognized to be a strong believer in healing being achieved through the use of herbal remedies. . In 2723 B.C.,

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The history of cannabis prohibition

Cannabis Info

The history of cannabis prohibition. Cannabis is undergoing an international regularisation process and an increasing number of countries and states are legalising medicinal and even recreational uses. For most of human history , marijuana has been completely legal. BACKGROUND. THE INTERNATIONAL ARENA.

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The Evolution of Kamala Harris’ Views On Marijuana

MassRoots

Views Prior to 2015. Her campaign made the statement, “[Harris] supports the legal use of medicinal marijuana but does not support anything beyond that.”. 2015 Through the Present . In 2015 her position began to soften. She echoed this statement in 2016 after being elected to congress.

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What is herbalism and how does cannabis fit in? 

The Cannigma

Cannabis is often described as a “magic plant”, but it’s not the only one with seemingly magical medicinal qualities – far from it. The practice of using the healing properties of plants is called herbalism, and it’s the oldest form of medicine in the world. A brief history of herbalism. What is herbalism?

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High Hopes on 4/20: The Current Status of Cannabis Laws in Texas

Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

The state of Texas has a long history of regulating cannabis use. The medicinal use of cannabis in the Texas Compassionate Use Act (the “Act”, 2015), provides for the medical sale and use of cannabis for individuals with specific defined illnesses. Specifically, H.B.

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Cannabis laws in the Maldives

The Cannigma

History of cannabis laws in the Maldives Cannabis use has a long history in the Maldives, with the plant being used for medicinal and recreational purposes for centuries. In 2015, the Maldives government introduced a new drug policy, which focused on drug prevention, rehabilitation, and law enforcement.

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