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Executive Action Can Close the Medical Cannabis Access Gap for Veterans

Americans for Safe Access

Despite the fact that 36 states have reformed their laws to provide for safe and legal access to cannabis for qualifying patients, veterans living across these states still face a confusing system of federal and state laws regarding physician engagement and affordable access. For example, veterans who rely on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as their primary healthcare provider are unable to receive medical cannabis recommendations from their doctors even if they live in a state with a me

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CBD for Heart Disease

Project CBD

Research shows that CBD can help maintain healthy cardiovascular function and prevent heart disease.

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Scientists say they can spot high-CBD strains just from their leaves

The Cannigma

This article was first published on Analytical Cannabis. It appears here with permission. It is possible to visually distinguish between high-CBD and high-THC cannabis strains just by looking at the physical properties of the plants as they grow, according to new research from scientists at the University of Alberta and two Canadian bioscience companies, PBG BioPharma and Egret Bioscience Ltd.

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BOOK EXCERPT: CBD for Heart Disease

Project CBD

Research shows that CBD can help maintain healthy cardiovascular function and prevent heart disease.

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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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How does THCa change after it’s decarboxylated?

Cannabis Life Network

Earlier, we discussed unknown compounds found in cannabis oil after other processes such as distillation and even decarboxylation. Don’t worry though, those unwanted side reactions can be limited with simple techniques. Let’s #AskAnExpert how THCa and CBDa change after they are distilled and what happens to their acid groups after an acidic cannabinoid is decarboxylated. […].

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Attention all dabbers: This is how to avoid getting a ‘chazzy banger’

Cannabis Life Network

It’s quite appropriate that I am writing this article, in fact, it’s sort of ironic and funny. In the past, I’ve had friends designate a ‘Julia’ rig and keep it aside for when I come to visit. Up until a year or two ago, I had a bit of a reputation for chazzing bangers. But, […]. The post Attention all dabbers: This is how to avoid getting a ‘chazzy banger’ appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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Australia’s Neurotech Inks Cannabis Cultivation Partnership

Cannabis Law Report

Neurotech International Limited (ASX:NTI) has established a strategic medical cannabis cultivation partnership with CannaPacific Limited. CannaPacific will grow and maintain… Read More.

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The Effects of Marijuana on Body Image Perception

Sensi Seeds

The post The Effects of Marijuana on Body Image Perception appeared first on Sensi Seeds.

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Oregon: Governor Kate Brown Appoints Psilocybin Advisory Board to Oversee Science-Based Implementation of Measure 109

Cannabis Law Report

The press release reads thus. Doctors, researchers, therapists, and health experts to create regulatory structure for supervised, therapeutic use… Read More.

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How to Avoid Feeling Anxious When Using Cannabis

Leafwell

The most common and annoying side effect of consuming medical cannabis products, particularly a high THC concentrate edible, is a creeping anxiety and flush of paranoia that may manifest as you curled on the couch looking with fear at the fish tank wailing silently within, “Why me? Why me?” The science behind why the psychoactive effects of medical cannabis products can trigger a temporary sense.

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Trichome Financial Corp. Shareholders Approve Plan of Arrangement with IM Cannabis Corp.

Cannabis Law Report

TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / March 15, 2021 / Trichome Financial Corp. (the “Company” or “Trichome Financial“) (CSE:TFC)(OTC PINK:TRICF) is… Read More.

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Texas State Representative Files Bill to Grant Local Jurisdictions Authority to Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis

SpeedWeed

This is a story about heat and pressure. And cannabis. Centuries ago, the original cannabis concentrates were made using hand-pressed hashes, with communities on the Indian subcontinent using their hands to make charas. To use modern lingo, these were solventless concentrates, not all that different from products that consumers are finding on dispensary shelves today.

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Wildlife Officers Shut Down Illegal Cannabis Operation on CDFW Property

Cannabis Law Report

Armed Growers Stopped From Cultivating Thousands of Plants Wildlife officers with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (CDFW) Marijuana… Read More.

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6 Game-Changing CBD Innovations From Women-Owned Brands

SpeedWeed

Take a look into some of our favorite innovations in CBD from the minds and manufacturing facilities of women, and the unique backstories that brought them to life. Time stops for no hemp company. This month and every month of the year, women working across every step of the CBD supply chain are busy keeping this market interesting, inviting, and in motion.

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Curaleaf Hires Cozen O’Connor For Lobbying Purposes

Cannabis Law Report

Law.com report Curaleaf’s retention of Cozen O’Connor marked the latest example of a major U.S. law firm stepping more visibly… Read More.

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Edwards Vs. Muhammad RECAP Show! | MMA Roasted #607

SpeedWeed

Edwards Vs. Muhammad RECAP Show! | MMA Roasted #607 Sponsored by SpeedWeed. On this episode of The MMA Roasted Podcast, Adam, Greg, Sean McCorkle, and Don Frye, recap UFC Fight Night: Edwards Vs. Muhammad. You do NOT want to miss this one! Watch Adam Hunter’s special here: [link]. Listen on Spotify: [link]. Listen on iTunes: [link]. Listen on Sound Cloud: [link].

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Illinois: State Rep. Marty Moylan (D-Des Plaines) Introduces Legislation To Control Regulators & Their Families Entering Cannabis Industry

Cannabis Law Report

The Chicago Sun Times reports. State Rep. Marty Moylan (D-Des Plaines) has now introduced legislation that would strengthen conflict of… Read More.

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Multiple California Cities And Counties Receive Cannabis Equity Grants

SpeedWeed

Throughout the past year, there has been much talk about how to make things more equitable for people of color and marginalized communities, and a big part of that is providing equity programs and expungements to the cannabis industry, in order to right the wrongs perpetrated by the war on drugs. Now, Los Angeles, Long Beach, and some other California cities are making history with their Cannabis Equity Grant Programs. .

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Hero Technologies to Buy 40 Acres of Land in Colorado – One of America’s Top Cannabis Markets

Cannabis Law Report

DOVER, DE / ACCESSWIRE / March 15, 2021 / Hero Technologies (OTC PINK:HENC) a cannabis company focused on a “seed-to-sale”… Read More.

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Medicinal Genomics Selects Soquimica as its Distribution Partner in Portugal

Medicinal Genomics

Medicinal Genomics Corp. (MGC), a pioneer in harnessing cannabis genomics to improve the agricultural productivity, safety, and transparency of cannabis, today announced an agreement with Soquimica to be its distribution partner in Portugal. Soquimica is recognized as the premier equipment and services distributor for research and clinical laboratories serving Portugal’s life sciences, environment, and chemical industries. “We are delighted to start working with Medicinal Genomics and to b

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Cannabis tech platform Dutchie raises $200M, acquires Greenbits, LeafLogix

Cannabis Law Report

With new investment led by Tiger Global, and new participation by Dragoneer and DFJ Growth, dutchie furthers its mission to… Read More.

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What Is Solventless Extraction? – Cannabis Business Times

SpeedWeed

This is a story about heat and pressure. And cannabis. Centuries ago, the original cannabis concentrates were made using hand-pressed hashes, with communities on the Indian subcontinent using their hands to make charas. To use modern lingo, these were solventless concentrates, not all that different from products that consumers are finding on dispensary shelves today.

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Maine Office Of Marijuana Policy Publishes 3 New Guidance Documents + Latest Cannabis Updates From The State Authorities

Cannabis Law Report

The documents are as follows The Office of Marijuana Policy (OMP) recently issued a series of guidance memoranda related to… Read More.

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Parkinson’s Foundation Releases Results of First-Ever Medical Cannabis and Parkinson’s Disease Survey

SpeedWeed

The Parkinson’s Foundation today announced the results of the medical cannabis and Parkinson’s disease (PD) survey. The survey, titled Weeding Through the Haze: A Survey on Cannabis Use Among People Living with Parkinson’s Disease in the U.S., was distributed to 7,607 people with PD in January 2020, with 1,064 complete responses analyzed. The survey asked specific questions about cannabis use ?

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3 Keys to Building Sustainable Leadership Teams in Cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

By emphasizing culture, company leaders can propel the cannabis industry forward toward sustainability at every level.… Read More.

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California awards $15 million more in cannabis social equity grants

SpeedWeed

California is handing out $15 million in grant money to 10 cities and counties that have adopted social equity programs to help get minorities and those harmed by the war on drugs involved in the legal marijuana market. The new allotment, awarded by Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Office of Business and Economic Development and the state Bureau of Cannabis Control, builds on the $40 million previously awarded for the same cause.

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Village Farms Adds Pure Sunfarms To Earnings Results

Cannabis Law Report

Village Farms International, Inc. (NASDAQ: VFF) announced its financial results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2020.… Read More.

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The NFL Considers Cannabis as an Alternative to Opioids for Pain Management

Veriheal

Professional athletes deal with a lot of physical wear and tear. They put their bodies through the grind. And those who play contact sports, like football, are particularly prone to painful and lasting injury. Common football injuries include ligament tears, shoulder dislocations, and damage to the knees, ankles, and other joints. Though these athletes are physically strong and generally capable of healing at a quick rate, the damage they take has the potential to leave them in a state of chroni

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TILT Holdings Enters Third Market through the Completion of Its Acquisition of Ohio Processing Facility

Cannabis Law Report

Standard Farms Ohio LLC Provides Opportunity for TILT to Expand the Reach of its Portfolio of High-Quality Cannabis and Inhalation… Read More.

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Arizona sees first tax revenue from recreational marijuana – Cannabis Business Executive

SpeedWeed

During the last 11 days of January, Arizonans bought $2.9 million worth of legal recreational marijuana according to the state Department of Revenue. Records for January’s transaction privilege tax or sales tax show that Arizona residents were buying about $264,000 a day worth of recreation marijuana at the end of the month. Recreational marijuana went on sale in Arizona on January 20th, after voters legalized it in November.