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ELECTION 2024: 5 FACTS EVERY MEDICAL CANNABIS PATIENT ADVOCATE NEEDS TO KNOW

Americans for Safe Access

This election year, Capitol Hill buzzed with discussions about cannabis scheduling, hemp regulations, and the FDA’s evolving role in regulating cannabinoids. Yet, missing from these debates was one critical topic: the future of medical cannabis and protections for patients.

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The Very Large and Vexing Lawsuit Re: Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome

Canna Law Blog

What exactly is cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome? According a claim summary , the defendants’ failure “is alleged to be particularly egregious given that cannabis products are often recommended by healthcare professionals to treat nausea, which paradoxically is a common symptom of CHS.”

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Remembering Wade Laughter, the Unsung Hero of CBD

Project CBD

With CBD emerging as the exciting new kid on the cannabinoid block, several early adopters who had access to rare CBD-rich genetics were initially skittish about releasing their proprietary property. One of these CBD-rich varietals was “Harlequin,” so named by Wade Laughter, who didn’t take credit for breeding it.

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Colorado Continues Enforcing Intoxicating Hemp Regulations – Will More States Follow?

Canna Law Blog

At a time when many states were taking a hands-off approach to hemp-derived cannabinoids, Colorado took a decisive step toward regulating a rapidly expanding and largely unregulated marketplace. This legislation followed recommendations from the Intoxicating Hemp Task Force, which was established a year earlier under SB 22-205.

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Pride and Plant Medicine: How the LGBTQ+ Movement Shaped the Cannabis Industry

The Cannigma

Milk’s words challenge us to speak up—not only for LGBTQ+ rights, but also for compassionate, equitable healthcare that includes access to plant medicine. Whether we’re advocating for end-of-life dignity, cannabinoid therapies, or affirming care for queer youth, hope becomes activism when it is shared aloud. References Awareness Days.

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The Rise of Anti-Legalization Efforts

Veriheal

the 2018 Farm Bill added another dimension by introducing a widespread gray market for products containing other cannabinoids like CBD, Delta-8, and THCA. ” SAM is a prominent opponent of legalization by individual states, as well as federal efforts to legalize and provide access. Current Anti-Legalization Efforts in the U.S.

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Understanding Cannabis Use Disorder: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

United Patients Group

Environmental Factors : Peer pressure, social acceptance of cannabis use, and ease of access can also contribute to the development of CUD. Symptoms of Cannabis Use Disorder CUD can manifest in several ways.