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Medical Cannabis Advisory Board votes to add two qualifying conditions

Illinois News Joint

The Medical Cannabis Advisory Board (MCAB), in conjunction with the Illinois Department of Public Health , hosted its second virtual meeting today from 1-3 p.m. MCAB board members took preliminary votes to include two qualifying debilitating conditions for medical cannabis patients in Illinois.

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NCAA Relaxes Rules for Cannabis Testing and Consumption Among U.S. College Athletes

Veriheal

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) recently announced that it would be lifting the restraints on its cannabis drug testing policy among collegiate athletes located in the United States. The NCAA’s updated cannabis policy includes relaxing the rules for cannabis testing and consumption among U.S.

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Researchers Study Cannabis Consumption Among Different Veteran Demographics

Veriheal

The findings of a new study into cannabis use disorder (CUD) among veterans have been released by a team of researchers from Pennsylvania’s Center of Excellence in Substance Addiction Treatment and Education at the Corporal Michael J. CUD and adult cannabis use prevalence were determined over the course of the last 12 months.

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

Veriheal

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. Cannabis’ Place in Substance Abuse Recovery .

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More Seniors Are Using Cannabis As Medicine

PrestoDoctor

The Use of Cannabis Among Seniors More and more seniors are turning to cannabis as an alternative to traditional medications. As the stigma surrounding cannabis use decreases and more research shows the potential benefits, older adults are exploring this natural remedy for various ailments.

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Veriheal’s 2023 Innovation In Cannabis Scholarship Winners

Veriheal

Veriheal remains dedicated to supporting the next generation of pioneers through its Innovation in Cannabis Scholarship. Veriheal recognizes the financial challenges students face in pursuing higher education. This year, we are proud to continue our investment in the next generation of cannabis industry leaders.

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Is Weed Legal in Japan? Cannabis Legalization Bill Explained

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When it comes to cannabis in Japan, the country is known for maintaining strict prohibition and regulation of cannabis-derived products. The revised legislation would permit clinical use and production of cannabis for medical CBD products, like Epidiolex , that have been approved in the U.S.