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National Library of Medicine (UNLM) reports that “ Camphene can be found in a number of food items such as dill, caraway, hyssop, and fennel, which makes camphene a potential biomarker for the consumption of these food products.” Their report states that “The use of medicinal plants throughout thousands of years by these populations allowed accumulation of empirical knowledge of their utility, which demands adequate evaluation of efficacy, safety, and action mechanisms.”. MORE
Employers considering a tolerant attitude towards recreational cannabis in the workplace should consider safety hazards and legal liabilities. One way in which alcohol and cannabis are the same is in the context of occupational safety hazards. By Jennifer Mora & Adam R. MORE
Evaluating the Impact of Hemp Food Consumption on Workplace Drug Tests. Most workplace drug screens and tests target ?9-tetrahydrocannabinol 9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and do not detect the presence of cannabidiol (CBD) or other legal natural hemp based constituents. However, studies have shown that eating hemp foods and oils can, in rare cases, cause confirmed positive results when screening urine and blood specimens. MORE
Second, Health and Safety Code section 11362.1 (“H&S 11362.1”) is the code section that came about after Prop 64 was passed. [v] Third, Health and Safety Code section 11362.45 (“H&S 11362.45”) is at the heart of both Raybon and Perry. Health & Safety Code § 11362.1 MORE
The New Mexico Department of Health has proposed a list of rule changes for the state’s Medical Cannabis Program, which would add guidelines for designated “consumption areas” and reciprocity for medical cannabis patients enrolled in medical cannabis programs in other states. MORE
At a more local level, members of Las Vegas, Nevada’s city council approved legislation to allow cannabis consumption lounges. Legislation is pending, House Bill 19-1230, to allow the social consumption of cannabis by adults in licensed and regulated establishments. MORE
179: The VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act of 2019 to facilitate federally-sponsored clinical research into the safety and efficacy of medical cannabis among veterans. At the state level this week, activists gathered in Denver in conjunction with Colorado and Denver NORML chapters to lobby their state lawmakers in favor of workplace drug testing reforms, social consumption, parental protections and expanding access to the state’s medical cannabis program. MORE
The Anchorage Assembly has voted 7 to 4 to place an initiative on the April 7th city election ballot that would legalize the on-site consumption of marijuana at legal marijuana retail outlets. MORE
The City Council of Las Vegas has taken small steps to join a handful of other cities across the western United States to license and regulate consumption of marijuana and marijuana products outside of private residences. Currently, only consumption in private residences is allowed, however, these proposed ordinances would allow businesses to apply for a privileged business license from the City of Las Vegas to allow consumption on the business premises. MORE
A recent labour arbitration decision from Saskatchewan has suggested what the boundaries around workplace consumption of medical marijuana might be. Last Updated: June 27 2019. Article by Marty Rabinovitch and Elias Rabinovitch. Devry Smith Frank LLP. MORE
These synthetic agents are illegal under federal law and their consumption may be associated with significant adverse health effects. MORE
City council members in Berkeley, California voted to approve a proposal to allow marijuana consumption spaces. Update : HB 243 was scheduled for public hearing in the House Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee on 1/29, but it was removed from the agenda due to lack of support to pass it out of committee. Update : SB 79 was approved by the House Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee on 1/29/20. MORE
“Ultimately, the only thing that will stop large-scale profiteers and the environmental and public safety harms they cause is marijuana legalization at the federal level.” Smaller grow facilities and consumption lounges. MORE
The Spanish Agency for Consumer Affairs, Food Safety and Nutrition (AECOSAN) has struck a blow against hemp food producers in their ongoing efforts to clear a path for hemp extracts in food across Europe. The Catalogue is essentially a food safety mechanism. MORE
Separate provisions in the bill exclude cannabidiol from the federal definition of marijuana, permit VA doctors to authorize medical cannabis access to qualified patients, and remove undue federal barriers to clinical trial research to better assess the safety and efficacy of medical cannabis. MORE
WeedAdvisor’s Commitment to Safe Marijuana Consumption. . The post Doctor Says Public Not Educated Enough About Marijuana Safety appeared first on WeedAdvisor. While it is great that the stigma around cannabis is slowly rescinding, an unfortunate side effect is that, in many people’s minds, the drug is totally safe. MORE
In light of the recent FDA concerns regarding the safety and risk associated with consumption of CBD products by pets and other animals, including animals bred for human consumption, it is important to emphasize that FDA enforcement actions will not be limited to human CBD product claims. MORE
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. MORE
Black market products place the public at significant and potentially deadly risk because there is no way to ensure the they are safe for consumption and it is extremely difficult to determine who is placing products known to cause harm, such as black market vapes, into the market. MORE
Under a new policy announced by the Northam Administration, the Commonwealth of Virginia will soon officially authorize hemp processors to produce hemp extracts for human consumption. If you wish to re-publish this story please do so with following accreditation. Authored By: Samuel B. MORE
At a more local level, city council members in Springfield, Illinois approved the state’s first marijuana consumption space. Update : HB 1663 is scheduled for a public hearing and executive session in the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee on 2/5/20 beginning at 10am. Update : HB 1648 is scheduled for an executive session in the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee on 1/28/20 at 10am. MORE
It’s time for New Jersey to prioritize the health, safety, and well-being of its residents by joining the 10 states (and Washington DC) that have passed sensible marijuana reform. ACTIVISM Citizen Lobbyists Community Organizing Expungement GOVERNMENT Grassroots Legalization LEGISLATION Policy Social Consumption MORE
Safety in Numbers. . I do not believe edibles are a good idea for first-time consumption. Guest Post by Lanny Swerdlow, RN, LNC. Cannabis is tailor-made for the ailments of advancing years. MORE
ElleVet Sciences is pleased to announce the results and publication of the first safety study on the use of hemp CBD/CBDA. The 12-week safety study, conducted by Dr. Joseph Wakshlag, DVM, Ph.D., MORE
Aurora Cannabis has announced the launch of Ready for Edibles , a national bilingual campaign dedicated to educating new and experienced cannabis consumers on responsible consumption and safe storage of edible medical cannabis products before they become available for sale. MORE
The Novel Foods Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 defines as “novel” any food which has not been used for “human consumption” to a significant degree within the EU before May 1997. MORE
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has looked at THC levels in 12 different categories of hemp foods, including hemp oil, breads and teas. European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) . . Standard’ food categories were used as proxies for consumption of hemp and hemp?based MORE
But the conservative administration was dealt another joker from its self-imposed, repressive drug policy deck of cards when Colombia’s Constitutional Court overruled a ban on the consumption of cannabis in public. and California to Join Colombia in Legalizing Public Consumption of Cannabis? MORE
While initial cases of the phenomenon were associated with consumption of cannabinoid oil products via the use of unregulated vapor cartridges , the CDC reports that some cases have also been linked to the use of nicotine only. ” While there exists only limited data assessing the safety of vaporized cannabinoid oil products, scientists have conducted multiple investigations of the use of technologically advanced (non-disposable) vaporization devices on cannabis plant material. MORE
In stark contrast to opioids and other available pain medications, cannabis is relatively non-addicting and has the best safety record of any known pain medication (no deaths attributed to overdose or direct effects of medication). This report, also published by the NCBI, recognizes that Stage 4 tended to increase with medical cannabis consumption. Sleep is an essential part of maintaining mental, emotional, biological and physiological balance. MORE
Learn about the recent outbreak of vape-related lung illness in North America, and what you can do to maintain safe consumption practices. Canada Health Industry health health canada vape pens vape safety MORE
Evaluating the Impact of Hemp Food Consumption on Workplace Drug Tests. Most workplace drug screens and tests target ?9-tetrahydrocannabinol 9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and do not detect the presence of cannabidiol (CBD) or other legal natural hemp based constituents. However, studies have shown that eating hemp foods and oils can, in rare cases, cause confirmed positive results when screening urine and blood specimens. MORE
We take a look at where CBD regulation might be going and whether we should be concerned about safety writes Rob Verkerk PhD, scientific and executive director, ANH-Intl. We take a look at where CBD regulation might be going and whether we should be concerned about safety. MORE
It seems as though more states are adopting a medical and/or recreational law toward cannabis consumption. has 11 states that recognize cannabis for recreational consumption. The Farm Bill made hemp cultivation, sales and consumption across the country legal. Present Day. MORE
Even though cannabis has been recreationally legal in the Battle Born State for nearly two years and Sin City has become a greenish gold mine of legal cannabis, many problems and societal penalties still arise with the use of it; no social consumption lounges being among the most glaring. MORE
Unlike many of us at NORML, Dr. Kleiman’s advocacy for ending marijuana prohibition did not stem from a deep appreciation of either personal freedom or equal rights; rather, he approached the issue primarily from a public safety and health perspective. NORML regrets the passing of Prof. MORE
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 4, 2019
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.
The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program
OCTOBER 17, 2019
The New Mexico Department of Health has proposed a list of rule changes for the state’s Medical Cannabis Program, which would add guidelines for designated “consumption areas” and reciprocity for medical cannabis patients enrolled in medical cannabis programs in other states.
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Cannabis Law Report
OCTOBER 29, 2019
ElleVet Sciences is pleased to announce the results and publication of the first safety study on the use of hemp CBD/CBDA. The 12-week safety study, conducted by Dr. Joseph Wakshlag, DVM, Ph.D.,
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 23, 2020
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has looked at THC levels in 12 different categories of hemp foods, including hemp oil, breads and teas. European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) . . Standard’ food categories were used as proxies for consumption of hemp and hemp?based
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 27, 2020
We take a look at where CBD regulation might be going and whether we should be concerned about safety writes Rob Verkerk PhD, scientific and executive director, ANH-Intl. We take a look at where CBD regulation might be going and whether we should be concerned about safety.
Cannabis Law Report
JUNE 20, 2019
But the conservative administration was dealt another joker from its self-imposed, repressive drug policy deck of cards when Colombia’s Constitutional Court overruled a ban on the consumption of cannabis in public. and California to Join Colombia in Legalizing Public Consumption of Cannabis?
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Cannabis Law Report
JULY 2, 2019
A recent labour arbitration decision from Saskatchewan has suggested what the boundaries around workplace consumption of medical marijuana might be. Last Updated: June 27 2019. Article by Marty Rabinovitch and Elias Rabinovitch. Devry Smith Frank LLP.
Cannabis Law Report
APRIL 14, 2019
The Spanish Agency for Consumer Affairs, Food Safety and Nutrition (AECOSAN) has struck a blow against hemp food producers in their ongoing efforts to clear a path for hemp extracts in food across Europe. The Catalogue is essentially a food safety mechanism.
Connor & Connor PLLC
JUNE 29, 2018
The City Council of Las Vegas has taken small steps to join a handful of other cities across the western United States to license and regulate consumption of marijuana and marijuana products outside of private residences. Currently, only consumption in private residences is allowed, however, these proposed ordinances would allow businesses to apply for a privileged business license from the City of Las Vegas to allow consumption on the business premises.
NORML
MAY 20, 2019
Even though cannabis has been recreationally legal in the Battle Born State for nearly two years and Sin City has become a greenish gold mine of legal cannabis, many problems and societal penalties still arise with the use of it; no social consumption lounges being among the most glaring.
NORML
MARCH 12, 2019
It’s time for New Jersey to prioritize the health, safety, and well-being of its residents by joining the 10 states (and Washington DC) that have passed sensible marijuana reform. ACTIVISM Citizen Lobbyists Community Organizing Expungement GOVERNMENT Grassroots Legalization LEGISLATION Policy Social Consumption
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The Joint Blog
OCTOBER 19, 2019
The Anchorage Assembly has voted 7 to 4 to place an initiative on the April 7th city election ballot that would legalize the on-site consumption of marijuana at legal marijuana retail outlets.
Leafly
OCTOBER 25, 2019
Learn about the recent outbreak of vape-related lung illness in North America, and what you can do to maintain safe consumption practices. Canada Health Industry health health canada vape pens vape safety
Medical Marijuana, Inc.
FEBRUARY 14, 2018
Evaluating the Impact of Hemp Food Consumption on Workplace Drug Tests. Most workplace drug screens and tests target ?9-tetrahydrocannabinol 9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and do not detect the presence of cannabidiol (CBD) or other legal natural hemp based constituents. However, studies have shown that eating hemp foods and oils can, in rare cases, cause confirmed positive results when screening urine and blood specimens.
Medical Marijuana, Inc.
FEBRUARY 14, 2018
Evaluating the Impact of Hemp Food Consumption on Workplace Drug Tests. Most workplace drug screens and tests target ?9-tetrahydrocannabinol 9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and do not detect the presence of cannabidiol (CBD) or other legal natural hemp based constituents. However, studies have shown that eating hemp foods and oils can, in rare cases, cause confirmed positive results when screening urine and blood specimens.
NORML
JULY 29, 2019
Unlike many of us at NORML, Dr. Kleiman’s advocacy for ending marijuana prohibition did not stem from a deep appreciation of either personal freedom or equal rights; rather, he approached the issue primarily from a public safety and health perspective. NORML regrets the passing of Prof.
NORML
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
These synthetic agents are illegal under federal law and their consumption may be associated with significant adverse health effects.
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 12, 2019
In light of the recent FDA concerns regarding the safety and risk associated with consumption of CBD products by pets and other animals, including animals bred for human consumption, it is important to emphasize that FDA enforcement actions will not be limited to human CBD product claims.
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 4, 2019
Aurora Cannabis has announced the launch of Ready for Edibles , a national bilingual campaign dedicated to educating new and experienced cannabis consumers on responsible consumption and safe storage of edible medical cannabis products before they become available for sale.
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 22, 2020
Employers considering a tolerant attitude towards recreational cannabis in the workplace should consider safety hazards and legal liabilities. One way in which alcohol and cannabis are the same is in the context of occupational safety hazards. By Jennifer Mora & Adam R.
Cannabis Cheri
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Safety in Numbers. . I do not believe edibles are a good idea for first-time consumption. Guest Post by Lanny Swerdlow, RN, LNC. Cannabis is tailor-made for the ailments of advancing years.
Cannabis Law Report
JULY 21, 2019
Under a new policy announced by the Northam Administration, the Commonwealth of Virginia will soon officially authorize hemp processors to produce hemp extracts for human consumption. If you wish to re-publish this story please do so with following accreditation. Authored By: Samuel B.
NORML
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
While initial cases of the phenomenon were associated with consumption of cannabinoid oil products via the use of unregulated vapor cartridges , the CDC reports that some cases have also been linked to the use of nicotine only. ” While there exists only limited data assessing the safety of vaporized cannabinoid oil products, scientists have conducted multiple investigations of the use of technologically advanced (non-disposable) vaporization devices on cannabis plant material.
NORML
JANUARY 25, 2020
At a more local level, city council members in Springfield, Illinois approved the state’s first marijuana consumption space. Update : HB 1663 is scheduled for a public hearing and executive session in the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee on 2/5/20 beginning at 10am. Update : HB 1648 is scheduled for an executive session in the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee on 1/28/20 at 10am.
NORML
MAY 3, 2019
At a more local level, members of Las Vegas, Nevada’s city council approved legislation to allow cannabis consumption lounges. Legislation is pending, House Bill 19-1230, to allow the social consumption of cannabis by adults in licensed and regulated establishments.
FloridaMarijuana.net
SEPTEMBER 30, 2018
National Library of Medicine (UNLM) reports that “ Camphene can be found in a number of food items such as dill, caraway, hyssop, and fennel, which makes camphene a potential biomarker for the consumption of these food products.” Their report states that “The use of medicinal plants throughout thousands of years by these populations allowed accumulation of empirical knowledge of their utility, which demands adequate evaluation of efficacy, safety, and action mechanisms.”.
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 18, 2019
The Novel Foods Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 defines as “novel” any food which has not been used for “human consumption” to a significant degree within the EU before May 1997.
NORML
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
“Ultimately, the only thing that will stop large-scale profiteers and the environmental and public safety harms they cause is marijuana legalization at the federal level.” Smaller grow facilities and consumption lounges.
NORML
JANUARY 25, 2019
179: The VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act of 2019 to facilitate federally-sponsored clinical research into the safety and efficacy of medical cannabis among veterans. At the state level this week, activists gathered in Denver in conjunction with Colorado and Denver NORML chapters to lobby their state lawmakers in favor of workplace drug testing reforms, social consumption, parental protections and expanding access to the state’s medical cannabis program.
TOPS Cannabis
OCTOBER 14, 2019
It seems as though more states are adopting a medical and/or recreational law toward cannabis consumption. has 11 states that recognize cannabis for recreational consumption. The Farm Bill made hemp cultivation, sales and consumption across the country legal. Present Day.
NORML
FEBRUARY 1, 2020
City council members in Berkeley, California voted to approve a proposal to allow marijuana consumption spaces. Update : HB 243 was scheduled for public hearing in the House Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee on 1/29, but it was removed from the agenda due to lack of support to pass it out of committee. Update : SB 79 was approved by the House Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee on 1/29/20.
Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog
NOVEMBER 22, 2019
Black market products place the public at significant and potentially deadly risk because there is no way to ensure the they are safe for consumption and it is extremely difficult to determine who is placing products known to cause harm, such as black market vapes, into the market.
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 11, 2019
Second, Health and Safety Code section 11362.1 (“H&S 11362.1”) is the code section that came about after Prop 64 was passed. [v] Third, Health and Safety Code section 11362.45 (“H&S 11362.45”) is at the heart of both Raybon and Perry. Health & Safety Code § 11362.1
FloridaMarijuana.net
AUGUST 13, 2018
In stark contrast to opioids and other available pain medications, cannabis is relatively non-addicting and has the best safety record of any known pain medication (no deaths attributed to overdose or direct effects of medication). This report, also published by the NCBI, recognizes that Stage 4 tended to increase with medical cannabis consumption. Sleep is an essential part of maintaining mental, emotional, biological and physiological balance.
NORML
JANUARY 4, 2019
Separate provisions in the bill exclude cannabidiol from the federal definition of marijuana, permit VA doctors to authorize medical cannabis access to qualified patients, and remove undue federal barriers to clinical trial research to better assess the safety and efficacy of medical cannabis.
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