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Are High-THC Products a Problem?

CannaMD

With nine out of ten Americans now in favor of the nationwide legalization of medical marijuana, remnants of the anti-cannabis camp have increasingly shifted focus from prohibition to regulation. Specifically, this movement seeks to set caps on the THC content of both medicinal and recreational marijuana products. Vermont has passed legislation limiting THC levels in […].

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Cannabis Use and Pro-Social Behavior

Project CBD

Scientists link cannabis consumption to greater empathy, agreeableness, and moral fairness.

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Delaware: Lawmakers Decline to Overturn Cannabis Legalization Veto

NORML

“I feel exasperated that lawmakers have failed to enact this common sense policy reform,” said Delaware NORML's Executive Director Laura Sharer. “While we the people are committed to ending prohibition in Delaware, it’s clear that our process and some of our lawmakers aren’t up to the task.”. The post Delaware: Lawmakers Decline to Overturn Cannabis Legalization Veto appeared first on NORML.

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Is the word ‘marijuana’ racist?

Leafly

A lawmaker alleged the term was 'pejorative and racist.' Is it really? I went in search of an answer. The post Is the word ‘marijuana’ racist? appeared first on Leafly.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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Rick Steves: Let’s Make 2022 the Best Year for Marijuana Yet

NORML

I’d like to challenge you to help out with a donation to NORML, which I’ll match, dollar-to-dollar, up to $100,000. The post Rick Steves: Let’s Make 2022 the Best Year for Marijuana Yet appeared first on NORML.

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As Suicide Rates Surge, Nebraska Gov. Says There’s No Evidence Cannabis Helps Veterans With PTSD

The Fresh Toast

As Suicide Rates Surge, Nebraska Gov. Says There’s No Evidence Cannabis Helps Veterans With PTSD. Staggering statistics show that on average, 17 veterans per day succumbed to suicide. The post As Suicide Rates Surge, Nebraska Gov. Says There’s No Evidence Cannabis Helps Veterans With PTSD appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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The entourage effect: Does it really exist?

Leafly

Research is starting to confirm the concept—and it's not just about the cannabinoids. The post The entourage effect: Does it really exist? appeared first on Leafly.

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Federal Exemption Granted – BC Drug Decriminalization

Cannabis Life Network

In an effort to reduce the stigma surrounding substance use, BC is decriminalizing personal possession. In November 2021, the province made a formal request to the federal government, asking for an exemption from certain articles in the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA). Recently, the request was granted. From January 31st, 2023 to 2026, you’ll […].

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New York’s CCB Releases Proposed Cannabis Regulations

Canna Law Blog

New York’s Cannabis Control Board (CCB) held a meeting on June 1, 2022 in which the road towards New York’s adult-use cannabis market became clearer. The CCB released three sets of proposed cannabis regulations in the lead up to this most recent meeting: packaging and labeling regulations, marketing and advertising regulations, and laboratory testing regulations.

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Press Release: Harborside Inc. Expands Leadership Team; Kavi Bhai Named Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis; Angela Pih Named Vice President of Marketing

Cannabis Law Report

OAKLAND, Calif. and TORONTO, June 6, 2022 – PRESS RELEASE – Harborside Inc., a California-focused, vertically integrated cannabis enterprise, announced the expansion of its leadership team appointing Kavi Bhai as vice president of financial planning and analysis and Angela Pih as vice president of marketing. Bhai has over 11 years of relevant experience, having previously worked for BellRock Brands, where he served as chief financial officer.

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Answer of the Day for Jun 9, 2022

TheAnswerPage

What have been the most frequently filled prescriptions at US pharmacies in 2020? Are most of them prescriptions for pain relief? According to research conducted by GoodRx, an online platform that provides users with coupons for discounts on prescription drugs, the 10 most frequently filled prescriptions are: Atorvastatin, Lisinopril, Albuterol, Levothyroxine, Amlodipine, Gabapentin (for the treatment of nerve pain or seizures in adults), Omeprazole, Glucophage, Losartan, and Hydrocodone/acetami

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Canada: Family of ‘magic mushroom’ patient file lawsuit claiming his cancer death was avoidable

Cannabis Law Report

The survivors of an Airdrie man whose final days were made easier by sanctioned magic mushroom therapy have filed a lawsuit claiming his cancer-related death was avoidable. A statement of claim, filed on behalf of the family of Anthony (Tony) White, alleges AHS doctors failed to order testing which would have either prolonged or saved his life. White, 46, died on Jan. 20, 2021, of stage four cancer after the disease was initially diagnosed on July 25, 2018.

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Why stress test this medium for cannabinoid biosynthesis with a disease?

Cannabis Life Network

When you buy a product, like a car tire or a light switch, it has likely gone through a stress test. That is, a test simulates years of use to ensure a design can withstand any conditions it might face. Similarly, a cannabis crop can consist of disease-resistant genetics that can yield good profiles. For […]. The post Why stress test this medium for cannabinoid biosynthesis with a disease?

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Press Release: TripSitter.Clinic Launches New App for At-Home Ketamine Therapy

Cannabis Law Report

TORONTO , June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ – TripSitter Clinic Ltd. (CSE: KETA) (FSE: UY0) (“TripSitter” or the “Company”), today announced the official launch of the TripSitter App, a simple and free App that makes it easy for users to access TripSitter Clinics’ services. CEO of TripSitter Clinic, Dr. Huber stated: “we are delighted to announce our new App launch which will enable users with a convenient platform for patients to connect to a doctor, and then

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Women-owned Iron County cannabis cultivation celebrates opening

Cannabis Law Report

MASTODON TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WLUC) – A new women-owned business comes to Iron County. MC3 Botanicals cut the ribbon on its cannabis cultivation facility Friday. Starting as baby plants, cannabis plants grow inside the MC3 Botanicals facility. The company started in 2018 and it took three years to complete a $1 million facility. “We started a ground break that June [of 2019], but unfortunately COVID hit and brought delays in materials, and we finally completed it in June, and we received our l

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Are LED Lights Safe For Babies?

Cannabis Law Report

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Press Release: MAPS Appoints Jeff George and Dan Grossman to MAPS PBC Board of Directors

Cannabis Law Report

Published: Jun 07, 2022. Experienced healthcare leaders bring decades of experience in global drug commercialization and patient access. Appointment brings significant pharmaceutical leadership experience to the MAPS PBC board. MDMA-assisted therapy, a novel treatment for PTSD with FDA breakthrough therapy designation, is on track for NDA submission in 2023 pending results of the confirmatory Phase 3 trial.

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