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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. Cannabis consumption lounges may be coming to a country, state, or city near you. But the next wave in hospitality is coming. Related Stories.

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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. As of 2020, the market was worth CAD $2.6 billion (USD $2 billion).

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Study Finds No Correlation Between Cannabis Legalization and Increased Mental Illness

Veriheal

When cannabis legalization began to gain ground and support, those who remained opposed to these policy changes touted claims that legalization would increase the risk of mental illness or even suicide among affected populations. Support From Other Studies. Support From Other Studies.

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Is weed legal in Colombia?

The Cannigma

Recreational cannabis is not legal in Colombia, but personal consumption and possession of the plant is decriminalized. Adult-use cannabis is not legal, but in 2012, the Colombian government decriminalized personal use of cannabis and possession of up to 20 grams. The country has had a medical cannabis program since 2015.

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Researchers To Investigate Arkansas’ Medical Cannabis Program

Veriheal

For the first time ever, researchers will conduct a comprehensive state population health analysis to understand the impact of medical cannabis on consumers’ healthcare —and it’s all happening in Arkansas. The post Researchers To Investigate Arkansas’ Medical Cannabis Program appeared first on Cannabis Central.

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The benefits of CBD consumption 

The Joint Blog

Cannabis consumption is still a polarizing topic. The niche has grown so large that talks of legalization have become increasingly more prominent, with some countries and regions having already taken the required steps in this direction. One of the most widely recognized benefits of CBD consumption. Image source: [link] .

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NFL to Award Research Grant to Investigate Cannabis Therapy

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The National Football League has taken proactive steps moving forward into the future with a research grant to explore potential therapeutic attributes of CBD, cannabis, and other options to treat pain other than opioids. Not bad for an industry that hasn’t been in legal business since the 1940s. The opioid epidemic is real.

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