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Survey Reveals Almost Half of Canada’s MMJ Patients Reduced Their Alcohol and Opioid Consumption

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New data published in the Journal of Cannabis Research claims that almost one in two authorized medical cannabis patients in Canada managed to either completely stop or reduce their intake of controlled substances, such as alcohol and opioids , by using cannabis. As of 2020, the market was worth CAD $2.6 billion (USD $2 billion).

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Recreational Cannabis Legalization Sparks Increase in Consumption, Study Reveals

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Does recreational cannabis legalization contribute to a spike in consumption? On the other hand, Martins and her team of researchers claim that legalization did not contribute to a rise in frequent cannabis consumption among the aforementioned groups since the year 2017. As of October 2021, 18 U.S. states and Washington, D.C.

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Study: Recent Cannabis Consumption is Connected to Fluctuations in Sleep Duration

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Whatever the reason for an irregular sleep schedule, whether it’s poor diet, genetics, a psychiatric disorder, or interfering medication(s)—scientists have determined that cannabis consumption may be beneficial. Individuals were characterized as either recent or non-users, depending on their consumption habits within the last month.

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A New Survey Provides Insight into Youth Consumption Post Legalization

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For many years those who have stood against the reform of cannabis laws have argued that decriminalization and/or legalization would lead to an increase in consumption among adolescents. According to this report, consumption among high school youth has declined since legalization has reached more states nationwide.

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New Frontier Data Report – Combined U.S. legal and illicit cannabis sales totalled US$97 billion in 2021

Cannabis Law Report

A new report by New Frontier Data estimated that U.S. legal and illicit cannabis consumer spending reached an estimated US$97 billion in 2021, according to a new report by New Frontier Data. Cannabis is no longer a one-size-fits-all industry,” Gary Allen, CEO of New Frontier Data, said in a statement.

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ABCD 2018 Cannabis Price Index Published

Cannabis Law Report

Most and least consumption of cannabis. New York City also has the highest consumption rate of cannabis, at 77.44 Berlin, Germany, 20/04/2018 – ABCD , a data-driven media campaign outlet, has released new data which reveals the number of marijuana head and growshops in 120 cities around the world. Full study.

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Pennsylvania: Marijuana possession arrests decline statewide

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Preliminary data*, released on request from the Pennsylvania State Police Uniform Crime Reporting System, reveals that overall arrests for marijuana possession showed a decline in 2019. In 2018 there were nearly 24,000 adults arrested for less than 30 grams of cannabis. cannabis arrest data since 2008.

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