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What’s the deal with cannabis consumption lounges?

The Cannigma

Just like the prohibition years of alcohol, it used to be that cannabis could be legally consumed only behind closed doors, down dank alleys, and in dark underground speakeasies. While cannabis is swiftly gaining in popularity, public prohibitions on use have derailed efforts to “normalize” and elevate cannabis as an alcohol alternative.

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Safe Consumption Sites Decrease Drug Overdose Risks, According to Study

Veriheal

In light of this crisis, a team of researchers decided to investigate the impact of “safe consumption sites.” There is a lot of controversy surrounding safe consumption sites due to the fact that they allow people to consume pre-obtained drugs. . Safe Consumption Sites = Less Overdoses. Overdose Prevention Centers.

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Nevada: CCB Approves Cannabis Consumption Lounge Regulations

Cannabis Law Report

(LAS VEGAS, NV) – Today, the Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board (CCB) voted unanimously to approve regulations surrounding the licensing and operation of cannabis consumption lounges. Additionally, half of the independent consumption lounge licenses in the initial round must be awarded to social equity applicants.

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Vaping And The Issue Of Safety: Societal Views

Cannabis Life Network

That is, no disease can develop solely due to the consumption of vape devices. The post Vaping And The Issue Of Safety: Societal Views appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks. Many studies indicate that the systematic use of e cigarettes has long- or short-term effects on vapers’ health.

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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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Consumers Want Quality and Safety.

Cannabis Law Report

The North American College of Pharmaceutical Technology (NACPT) is conducting a pilot series of professionals in medical cannabis workshops, and we spent a day learning and discussing food safety, regulatory tech, processes and systems. This bean-to-bar cannabis infused chocolate (above) is part of Canopy Growth’s 2.0

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What You Need to Know About Cannabis and Coronavirus

NORML

With so many unsubstantiated claims being made regarding cannabis and staying safe during the COVID-19 outbreak, we’ve compiled a list of resources for consumers and ways your activism can thrive during social distancing. NORML’s Responsible Consumer Safety Tips. Read and download NORML’s consumer safety tips.

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