The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

DECEMBER 17, 2021

A New Mexico state judge ruled on Thursday that medical cannabis patients cannot purchase the same amount as non-patients when recreational-use sales begin. Second Judicial District Court Judge Benjamin Chavez, in his written ruling, dismissed a claim from a medical cannabis patient that medical cannabis patients should be afforded the same purchase limits as what [.

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Americans for Safe Access

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Are you allowed to travel with medical cannabis? Can you cross state lines with medical cannabis? Can you bring cannabis on a plane or train? What about a bus? While in another state, what are the rules to purchase it legally? These are just a few of the many questions that medical cannabis patients may have while travelling for the holidays.

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Project CBD

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Dr. Mikhail Kogan’s cannabis recommendations for chronic pain.

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NORML

DECEMBER 22, 2021

New state and local laws amending marijuana policies will take effect on the first day of the new year. The post Several States to Usher In the New Year with Cannabis Liberalization Laws appeared first on NORML.

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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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Cannabis Cheri

DECEMBER 17, 2021

One of the major objections to the medicinal use of marijuana is the use of smoking as a delivery system. Based on the fact that smoking tobacco causes deterioration of lung function, these detractors intone that smoking marijuana is just as harmful. So let’s examine the truth about the effects of smoking marijuana and lung health. Testing that hypothesis is really quite simple—even you can do it.

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The Cannigma

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Creating cannabis-focused resolutions symbolizes a fun, feel-good way to shake up your perspective on the new year ahead. For many, cannabis is already part of a wellbeing or self-care regimen and creating mindful resolutions can further enhance each person’s relationship with this special plant. Resolutions can nudge your cannabis use into healthier territory, or encourage you to dip your toes into trying new things.

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Americans for Safe Access

DECEMBER 3, 2021

The latest issue of the ASA Activist Newsletter has the news you need to stay informed and be an effective advocate. Updates include important federal cannabis reforms that have been signed into law or are pending before Congress, as well as PFC's new role as a GMP Certifier in New York state, a new episode of the Cannabis Enigma podcast, and a sneak peek at the revamped state report card.

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Project CBD

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Aromatic terpenes in cannabis and other plants reduce pain and stress, boost brain health, fight cancer and antibiotic-resistant bacteria, and more.

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NORML

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Since 2010, scientists have published an estimated 27,000 peer-reviewed papers specific to cannabis, with the annual number of total papers increasing every year. NORML's Deputy Director Paul Armentano said, "It is time for politicians and others to stop assessing cannabis through the lens of 'what we don't know' and instead start engaging in evidence-based discussions about marijuana and marijuana reform policies that are indicative of all that we do know.".

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The Fresh Toast

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Cannabis And Breast Cancer: What A New Study Reveals. The study showed that the combination of certain cannabinoids with standard chemotherapy upgraded the effectiveness of killing cancer cells up to six times compared to existing treatment. By Nina Zdinjak Can cannabis help cure cancer? Although there is still no single recognized and approved cure for cancer, there are many treatments that help people fight […].

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Leafly

DECEMBER 29, 2021

2021 was full of excellent televlsion series and documentaries. Find out the best strains to pair with the best 2021 streaming shows. The post 12 strains to pair with 2021’s best streaming shows and movies appeared first on Leafly.

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The Cannigma

DECEMBER 26, 2021

Growing award-winning cannabis doesn’t happen overnight. Even pro marijuana breeders experience their fair share of mistakes on the way towards mastery. Chances are, you’ll run into a few issues on your first couple of cultivation attempts. While this could be frustrating, remember these screw-ups are the “seeds” for future success—if you could learn not to repeat them, of course!

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Welcome back to The Year In Weed, our annual roundup of cannabis-related stories. As usual, we’ll adopt Dave Barry’s Year in Review format and look at stories month by month. Last year , I wished for “better things” in 2021. Is that what we got? 2020 was such a low bar, it’s hard to see how any year couldn’t clear it. But 2021 started out badly and ended badly, with only a few nice days in the middle.

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Project CBD

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Abandoned to their fate, desperately ill epileptic children can’t access life-saving cannabis treatments.

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NORML

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Let's make 2022 a huge year for legalization. I'll match all donations up to $20,000, double your impact! The post Rick Steves: Let’s Win in 2022 appeared first on NORML.

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The Fresh Toast

DECEMBER 10, 2021

CBD Reduces The Symptoms Of Schizophrenia According To New Medical Studies. Antipsychotic medications are usually prescribed in order to taper the disorder's symptoms. However, these medications have a long list of side effects. The post CBD Reduces The Symptoms Of Schizophrenia According To New Medical Studies appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Leafly

DECEMBER 28, 2021

1 year. 10 states. 16 cannabis contests. Shop the winners today. The post Cannabis Cup 2021 winners and where to buy them appeared first on Leafly.

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The Cannigma

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Oils, creams, skin balms, gels and serums made from cannabis come in all shapes and sizes, and many of these products promise to improve your skin and make it healthier. But how does cannabis actually affect the skin? Recent scientific studies suggest that different cannabinoids and other cannabis-derived molecules (e.g terpenes ) may help treat a number of different skin conditions.

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Cannabis Life Network

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The cannabis component CBD or cannabidiol has found its way into mainstream consumer products in various forms. The most popular of such products include beverages, gummies and even lotions. As a result, CBD enjoys a somewhat envious position of a neo-cure-all. Indeed, medical research does suggest that CBD can help in anything from ensuring good […].

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Project CBD

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Czech Editor convicted of promoting cannabis cultivation and THC -induced “toxicomania,” could face jail time.

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NORML

DECEMBER 17, 2021

“Virginians 21 and older ought to have access at the already-operational dispensaries sooner rather than later, and they have been very clear in their demands to move earlier the date of sales," said Jenn Michelle Pedini, NORML's Development Director and the Executive Director of Virginia NORML. The post Virginia: Oversight Committee Urges Lawmakers to Expedite Launch of Retail Cannabis Sales appeared first on NORML.

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Cannabis Cheri

DECEMBER 17, 2021

One of the major objections to the medicinal use of marijuana is the use of smoking as a delivery system. Based on the fact that smoking tobacco causes deterioration of lung function, these detractors intone that smoking marijuana is just as harmful. So let’s examine the truth about the effects of smoking marijuana and lung health. Testing that hypothesis is really quite simple—even you can do it.

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Leafly

DECEMBER 20, 2021

More science supports cannabinoid therapies for autism symptoms. The post Dr. Sanjay Gupta adds to chorus of cannabis research on autism in 2021 appeared first on Leafly.

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The Cannigma

DECEMBER 2, 2021

If you’ve ever consumed cannabis, you probably already know that the plant has many different varieties, commonly referred to as strains. Still, while there are lots of options, few strains are as prized as “landrace strains” – those rare varieties of cannabis plucked from a specific habitat. But what are landrace strains from a scientific point of view?

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Cannabis Life Network

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Hash has been with human beings for thousands of years, acknowledged in the Ayurvedic tradition. And yet, modern cannabis concentrates revolutionized the idea of hash less than a half-century ago. The former owner of the Holland Seed Bank, the late Nevil Shoenmakers, carved out a historical legacy. Aside from founding the first cannabis seed bank, […].

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Project CBD

DECEMBER 22, 2021

A multimedia extravaganza on the history, culture, and politics of the cannabis plant is scheduled to debut in NYC next month.

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NORML

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Legislation would incentivize state and local governments to expunge the criminal records of tens of millions of Americans who have previously been convicted of marijuana offenses. . The post Reps. Dave Joyce and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Introduce Legislation To Expunge Marijuana Records appeared first on NORML.

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CannaMD

DECEMBER 27, 2021

In contrast to a year of headlines dominated by divisional politics and Covid-19 warnings, 2021’s news on the medical marijuana front is decidedly positive. Over the course of the year, states across the country enacted more than 50 individual pieces of pro-marijuana legislation touching on everything from legalization and decriminalization to the expansion of access […].

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Leafly

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Meet sun rocks: the cleaner, high-quality, single-strain cousin of moon rocks. The post What are weed sun rocks? appeared first on Leafly.

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The Cannigma

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Purposely mixing alcohol and cannabis together—or crossfading—is a very common party trend among young adults. Even though it’s a very popular practice, it also comes with some big risks, and can be downright uncomfortable. Learning about how this combination may affect you can minimize the risks and help you enjoy the effects of both substances.

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