June, 2019

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Does Endocannabinoid Deficiency Play a Role in These Common Illnesses?

Leafly

Dr. Ethan Russo, a prominent cannabis researcher, weighs in on his theory of endocannabinoid deficiency—or the idea that many common illnesses might be caused by an unbalanced endocannabinoid system. The post Does Endocannabinoid Deficiency Play a Role in These Common Illnesses? appeared first on Leafly.

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New Study Concludes That CBD Can Help Decrease The Severity Of PTSD Symptoms

Miss Marijuana

By: Madeleine Balestrier. A new study finds that CBD for PTSD symptoms can be effective. . About 8 out of every 100 United States citizens will experience Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) sometime in their lifetime, according to PTSD United. That’s 24.4 million people. Do you know how many people live in Texas? 24.4 million people! RELATED: How Marijuana Helped Me Battle PTSD From An Abusive Relationship.

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Studies: Medical Cannabis Enrollees Typically Reduce Their Use of Opioids

NORML

Patients diagnosed with chronic pain and other debilitating conditions typically reduce, or in some cases, eliminate their use of opioids following their enrollment in state-sanctioned medical cannabis access programs. Several peer-reviewed studies now document this trend. In contrast to observational, population-based studies — which only seek to identify whether an association exists between the passage of medical cannabis laws and opioid use trends in the general population — thes

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CBD for Brain-Damaged Babies?

Project CBD

Giving medical cannabis to infants is a difficult taboo to shift, but new research is paving the way. The launch of a clinical trial examining the use of CBD in newborns suffering from hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (brain damage caused by lack of oxygen) means new hope for the million plus babies born each year with this condition.

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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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The Fight Continues: An Update from the Second Circuit

Americans for Safe Access

In July 2017, four medical cannabis patients joined other advocates in filing a lawsuit against the federal government in the U.S. District Court for the Second District of New York. The plaintiffs in the case (originally Washington v. Sessions , now Washington v. Barr ) sought a declaration that the placement of cannabis in Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act was unconstitutional because it violates the Due Process Clause of the Fifth Amendment, protections guaranteed by the First Amend

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Maine Governor Makes It Official: Cannabis Sales Start in 2020

Leafly

After years of delay, Maine's adult-use market will officially open early next year. The post Maine Governor Makes It Official: Cannabis Sales Start in 2020 appeared first on Leafly.

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State says NM’s medical cannabis cards only for residents

The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

The New Mexico Department of Public Health has made it clear—only New Mexico residents can enroll in the state’s Medical Cannabis Program. “Persons who are not residents of New Mexico cannot be enrolled in the NM Medical Cannabis Program,” the department said in a statement to NM Political Report Friday. The statement came after the CEO of a prominent medical cannabis producer said he believes a change in the law allows for out-of-state patients to enroll in New Mexico’s Medical Cannabis Program

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Illinois Gov. Pritzker Signs Bill to Legalize and Regulate Marijuana

NORML

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has signed legislation legalizing the adult use of marijuana and regulating its commercial production and retail sale. Illinois is now the eleventh state to legalize adult-use marijuana, and it is the second state to legalize marijuana use via legislative action rather than by voter initiative. The Prairie State is the first state to legislatively regulate cannabis sales. “Today, Illinois residents and political leaders demonstrated the power of democracy in act

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5 CBD Secrets

Project CBD

Cannabidiol and CBD oil seem to be everywhere these days, despite the confusing legal status of this prolific compound. But how much do we actually know about CBD ?

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Cannabis Litigation: Second Circuit Could Force DEA to Re- or Deschedule Marijuana

Canna Law Blog

A split decision decided last Thursday, May 30, by the Second Circuit Court of Appeals reflects a lack of patience with U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) when it comes to DEA’s handling of petitions to remove marijuana from the list of most dangerous drugs. As most of our readers likely know, the Schedule of Controlled Substances, established by the Controlled Substances Act of 1970 (CSA), places marijuana in the most restrictive class, Schedule I, alongside heroin.

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Cannabis as Medicine: 101

Puff Puff Post

The “sacred” plant, as many of our ancestors referred to it, has traditionally been used as a first line of therapy in various parts of the world. For most cultures, the use of cannabis as a medicine can be traced back to thousands of years ago. For the Chinese , early uses have been reported dating back to 2700 B.C., where the herb was used for its anti-depressant, antiseptic, antibiotic, analgesic, anesthetic and sedative properties. .

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7 Factors That Affect Your Cannabis High

Leafly

Setting, delivery method, dosing, and other factors combine to create an experience while on cannabis. Here's what else can affect your high. The post 7 Factors That Affect Your Cannabis High appeared first on Leafly.

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Does NM cannabis law extend to non-residents?

The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

A recent expansion of qualifying conditions for medical cannabis through rule changes will likely result in a higher number of patients in New Mexico. But a law that goes into effect on Friday could also result in a new pool of patients—non-residents of New Mexico. Some changes to the law include protections from discrimination for patients, reciprocity with other states’ medical cannabis programs and an extended life span of medical cannabis cards.

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Congress Votes YES to Protect Legal Marijuana

NORML

We. Did. It. For the first time ever, the House of Representatives just voted to restrict the Department of Justice from interfering with the states that have legalized adult-use marijuana. The importance of this 267 to 165 bipartisan vote on the Blumenauer amendment cannot be overstated. Today, nearly one in four Americans reside in a jurisdiction where the adult use of cannabis is legal under state statute.

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When CBD Isn't Enough to Treat Epilepsy

Project CBD

At night you might find Chelsea Leyland, a 31-year-old British celebrity DJ , juggling beats at a flashy Miami party while rocking a Simone Rocha dress that complements her honey-hued hair and brown eyes. By day she shifts into activist mode, traveling the country, giving interviews, talking at conferences and filming a documentary — all on the complex and controversial subject of medical marijuana.

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Non-Compete Agreements: What Cannabis Business Owners Need to Know About Washington’s New Law

Canna Law Blog

As the cannabis industry has matured, the competition between businesses has increased exponentially whether engaged in the sale of recreational marijuana, hemp, or CBD. A significant risk for any ongoing or new venture arises at the end of a term of employment, whether that end is voluntary or involuntary. That risk is of a former employee starting a business that directly competes with your business, using knowledge and skills she acquired in your employ.

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Raptors vs Warriors Game 5 – Kevin Durant Ruptured Achilles – How can he heal with Cannabis?

Puff Puff Post

History was made in such a bittersweet game – Raptors fans were cheering from Toronto, across Canada, and including Illinois! Warrior fans were excited for Kevin Durant’s return into the game, despite his recent injuries. Durant spent over a month sidelined due to a calf injury that he suffered against the Houston Rockets in the Western Conference semifinals.

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Recycling Vaporized Cannabis: 10 Ways to Use AVB (‘Already Vaped Bud’)

Leafly

Wait, don't throw out your vaporized cannabis just yet! Check out these tips for squeezing out what's left in those already vaped buds, better known as AVB. The post Recycling Vaporized Cannabis: 10 Ways to Use AVB (‘Already Vaped Bud’) appeared first on Leafly.

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NM medical cannabis producer implores DOH to reverse stance on non-resident medical cards

The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

A high-profile New Mexico medical cannabis producer still maintains a recent change in the wording of the state’s medical cannabis law means non-residents should be able to become patients. Brian Egolf, an attorney for medical cannabis producer Ultra Health, sent a six-page letter arguing that point to Medical Cannabis Program director Kenny Vigil on Wednesday.

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Study: Cannabis Safe and Effective in Fibromyalgia Patients

NORML

The administration of herbal cannabis is safe and effective in patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia, according to clinical data published this month in the Journal of Clinical Medicine. Israeli investigators assessed the use of cannabis over a six-month period in 211 patients with the disease. Eight-one percent of subjects reported “at least moderate improvement in their condition … without experiencing serious adverse events.” Patients were most likely to report overall reduct

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Tell the FDA What's on Your Mind

Project CBD

The FDA is asking for input on how to regulate CBD and cannabis. Project CBD gave oral comments at last week’s public hearing, and we plan on submitting written comments and supporting documents to their public docket. You should, too.

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Coming this August: USDA to Release Hemp Regulations

Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

By: Nabil Rodriguez, Esq. The United States Department of Agriculture announced on Monday that it is aiming to release its “Interim Final Rule” for the establishment of a domestic hemp production program in August of 2019. Specifically, the timetable states “08/00/19.”. According to the notice, “This action will initiate a new part 990 establishing rules and regulations for the domestic production of hemp.

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Anatomy of a Cannabis Insurance Policy, Part 1: The Basics

Canna Law Blog

Insurance in the cannabis industry is big business, and business owners need to know what policies are available and what those policies cover. Why? Because in insurance policies, like all other business contracts (e.g. leases ), the risk of a business venture is divided between the contracting parties. Your insurance policies are contracts where you pay your insurer to take some of the risk of your business venture away from you – for a fee, of course.

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Illinois Just Legalized Cannabis. Here’s What Happens Next

Leafly

Adult-use sales will start Jan. 1, 2020—a little more than 200 days away. Retailers, start your engines. The post Illinois Just Legalized Cannabis. Here’s What Happens Next appeared first on Leafly.

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NM adds opioid use disorder, other conditions to medical cannabis program

The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

As expected, the head of New Mexico’s Department of Health approved opioid use disorder as a qualifying condition to use medical cannabis. In an announcement on Thursday, DOH Secretary Kathyleen Kunkel said she accepted a recommendation from the state’s Medical Cannabis Advisory Board to include opioid use disorder and five other conditions as reasons to grant a medical card for medical cannabis use.

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Federal Legislation To Facilitate Interstate Marijuana Commerce Introduced

NORML

Today, Senator Ron Wyden and Congressman Earl Blumenauer introduced legislation to allow for interstate commerce when it comes to state-legal cannabis programs. “Interstate commerce is good for both patients and consumers, as it will decrease the amount of time it takes for recently enacted medical programs to see products on the shelves and increase the variety of consumer options in both the adult-use and medical marketplaces,” NORML Political Director Justin Strekal said. “J

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The FDA and Cannabis Regulation

Project CBD

“My name is Zoe Sigman, and I’m the Program Director at Project CBD , an educational nonprofit focused on cannabis science & medicine. Ten years ago, we introduced CBD to the medical cannabis community in California. It spread like wildfire and has become the hugely popular phenomenon that it is today.

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Could CBD Eventually Become An Antibiotic?

The Fresh Toast

Could CBD Eventually Become An Antibiotic? A study from Australian scientists have shown that an ingredient in cannabis could provide an answer to bacteria that has proven resistant, or in some cases impossible, to treat. The post Could CBD Eventually Become An Antibiotic? appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Nevada Becomes the First State to Restrict Employer Use of Pre-Employment Cannabis Tests

The Blunt Truth

Following closely on the heels of a similar law in New York City, effective January 1, 2020, it will be unlawful for Nevada employers to reject a job applicant who tests positive for cannabis on a pre-employment drug test. While there is debate as to whether some medical and recreational cannabis laws, including in Maine, allow an employer to take action based on off-duty or off-premises cannabis use, when it comes to job applicants, Nevada law could not be more clear.

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5 Cannabis Strains for People Who Love Diesel Terpenes

Leafly

Amongst all flavors that come from cannabis, diesel-like, gassy flavor is one of the most popular. Here are five strains that are known to deliver the gas. The post 5 Cannabis Strains for People Who Love Diesel Terpenes appeared first on Leafly.

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