June, 2018

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Depression and Cannabis

Project CBD

THE ENDOCANNABINOID SYSTEM AND MOOD. Our moods are affected by our environment, life situations, genetics, and brain activity. Some individuals are simply happier than others, and research on CB1 (cannabinoid) receptor genes gives us some clues to why that happens. [1] However, even though some are seemingy genetically destined to find and maintain happiness easier, other variables in life cannot be minimized.

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Learn How Medical Marijuana can be Used to Treat IBS

FloridaMarijuana.net

According to the irritablebowelsyndrome.net website, IBS is defined as “abdominal discomfort or pain associated with changes in bowel habits that occur at least three days per month during the previous three months.” Patients who suffer from this condition also face other symptoms that are painful, inconvenient -to say the least, -and lower their quality of life.

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Cannabis: A Different Kind Of Treatment

Americans for Safe Access

This blog post is crossposted from the Releaf App website. Thanks to the results from recently-permitted scientific studies and the untiring work of cannabis activist groups, more and more people are beginning to accept that cannabis is a successful form of treatment for certain medical conditions. Despite this, many patients out there are still hesitant to try it.

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FDA Approves CBD-Containing Drug - Will the DEA Finally Step Up?

MJ Business Attorneys

On Monday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Epidiolex, a drug containing Cannabidiol (CBD). CBD is one of the 80 active chemicals found in the marijuana plant, but unlike the more commonly known cannabinoid chemical Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), CBD does not produce a “high” Justin Gover, chief executive officer of GW Pharmaceuticals, the UK-based biopharmaceutical company that makes Epidiolex, stated the FDA assessed Epidiolex as having a low to negative potential

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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 to Talk To Your Doctor About Becoming a Legal Medical Cannabis Patient

MedicalJane

At the time of this article’s publishing, thirty states and the District of Columbia have enacted legislation permitting use of medical cannabis. Of those, nine states and DC have went a step further and legalized marijuana for all adults 21 and over. Although this is exciting for many advocates of the plant, many patients that are suffering from ailing health conditions are left wondering what this means for them, and how exactly all of these changes will impact their healthcare options.

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Cannabis Roots: From Traditional Medicine to Modern Science

Project CBD

It has long been known that resinous cannabis flower tops are well endowed with medicinal components. But that’s not the only part of the plant that has been used for therapeutic purposes. Cannabis roots have also provided relief for various ailments in traditional cultures.

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3 Ways Florida Medical Marijuana Can Be Used to Fight Cancer

FloridaMarijuana.net

For centuries, humans have relied on the cannabis plant for its therapeutic properties. More than ever, cannabis can aid in the treatment of chronic disease and as a supplement to cancer treatments. According to the American Cancer Society , in 2018 there will be 1,735,350 new cases of cancer diagnosed and 610,000 cancer deaths in the United States.

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Five Things All New Medical Cannabis Patients Should Know

Americans for Safe Access

Although there are medical cannabis programs of some kind in 47 states, DC, Guam, and Puerto Rico, medical cannabis still remains a mystery to the vast majority of Americans today. Using medical cannabis is an approach that is supported by research and medical professionals, and has demonstrated positive public health outcomes. While it may feel like an overwhelming experience for many new patients, it does not have to be, to help new patients feel comfortable entering the world of medical canna

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CBD: Exploring The Therapeutic Effects of Cannabis Without the High

Canna Care Docs

For those who might be exploring the benefits of cannabis or are considering its many therapeutic effects, Cannabidiol, often abbreviated as CBD is especially important for cannabis patients. CBD possess a wide array of therapeutic effects, without the psychoactive and intoxicating effects that are typically associated with cannabis. CBD is one of close to 85 cannabinoids present in cannabis, with THC being the most commonly known.

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Medical Cannabis and Chronic Pain

CannaTech

Chronic Pain is insidious. Unlike the pain of a physical injury like a broken bone, chronic pain isn’t visible from the outside. Pain is a matrix that inhabits the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual planes of human experience. Popular thought speaks of a mind-body connection; chronic pain sufferers might argue, that there is no mind-body connection, rather, the mind and the body are the same darn thing, suffering slightly different versions the same darn pain.

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Oklahoma Voters Approve The Use of Medical Marijuana Across The State

MedicalJane

On June 26, Oklahoma voters approved State Question Number 788 – Initiative Number 412, an activist-led, signature-driven ballot measure launched more than two years ago. This makes the Sooner State the 30th state in the nation to permit the use of cannabis for medicinal purposes, and perhaps the most conservative state yet to approve its use.

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5 Articles About Marijuana Law in Nevada

Connor & Connor PLLC

In Nevada’s marijuana industry, it is crucial to keep up-to-date with current events and the ever-evolving laws and regulations. Much like the state’s gaming industry, Nevada’s marijuana industry is strictly regulated; those who fail to comply with the regulations can face serious consequences (such as the loss of one’s license). The Connor & Connor team has written several articles discussing the various legal aspects of the marijuana industry.

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How to Make THC Infused Werther?s Like Butterscotch Candy Video

FloridaMarijuana.net

Learn how to use your Florida medical marijuana THC distillate from companies like Trulieve to make a THC infused Werther’s like butterscotch candy. Watch all of Jaime Renee Cruz’s videos from her Cruz Cannabis Cooking channel on Youtube. How to Make THC Infused Werther’s Like Butterscotch Candy. Ingredients. • 2 cups sugar. • 2/3 cup cream. • 2/3 cup water. • 1/8 tsp cream of tartar. • 1/2 tsp lecithin. • 6 tbsp butter (cut into small pieces). • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract. • You

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International Medical Cannabis Advocates Address WHO Committee to Reschedule Cannabis

Americans for Safe Access

This week medical cannabis patient advocacy groups from Argentina, Mexico, Uruguay, France, Germany, New Zealand, the Netherlands, South Africa, and the United States travelled to Geneva, Switzerland to present to world leaders their recommendations for rescheduling cannabis at the 40th meeting of the World Health Organization's (WHO) Expert Committee on Drug Dependence (ECDD).

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Medical Cannabis Consumption and ?The Munchies?

Canna Care Docs

Medical Cannabis Consumption and “The Munchies”. Cannabis has long been associated with “the munchies,” an uncontrollable urge to snack or feast on a large assortment of healthy, or more likely, unhealthy food options. But this urge to consume food is far more important to medical cannabis patients, especially those suffering from HIV, AIDS, and cancer.

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16 Dispensaries That Deliver Marijuana in California

The Herb Collective

In late 2017, California voted to pass a law that legalized the recreational use of Marijuana. That law is now in effect, and a number of dispensaries in the state are open to business for all people above the age of 21. These are sixteen of the best dispensaries that deliver marijuana in California. The Herb Collective, Orange County The Herb Collectiveis a premium online medical marijuana dispensary and delivery service in Orange County, California.

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How To Use Cannabis To Manage Chronic Pain

Leafwell

“Pain” is more complex than we give it credit for. When Dame Cicely Saunders introduced the concept of “total pain,” which includes physical, emotional, social, and spiritual distress, she helped foster a revolution in medical professionals’ idea of what pain constitutes. They began to understand that there are many different kinds of pain, and they all often feed into one another.

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Green Relief - Untitled Article

Green Relief

How Does CBD Affect the Endocannabinoid System? The endocannabinoid system exists to respond to endogenous cannabinoids produced by the human body. However, scientists have learned that the system will also recognize and respond to cannabinoids from external sources, including the phytocannabinoid cannabidiol. According to the National Institutes of Health, manipulating the endocannabinoid system by introducing external cannabinoids like CBD could be useful in treating a variety of medical ailme

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How does medical marijuana help patients with Epilepsy?

FloridaMarijuana.net

The Epilepsy Foundation defines epilepsy as a chronic condition of the brain which causes seizures and affects 65 million people worldwide. One in 26 people will develop epilepsy in their lifetime. It is not fully known the genetic origins of epilepsy or if the condition is hereditary. A seizure is a disruption of the electrical communications between neurons.

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Approval of Epidiolex Validates What Many CBD Users Already Knew

MedicalJane

The FDA announced in a press release on Monday that it had approved the “first drug comprised of an active ingredient derived from marijuana to treat rare, severe forms of epilepsy.”. Prior to this week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had approved only three cannabinoid-based medicines. None of the approved drugs contain, or are derived from, the whole cannabis plant.

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THC Basics: An Introduction For Patients

Canna Care Docs

An Introductory Lesson on THC Basics For Medical Cannabis Patients. Cannabis, a plant that has proven to be endlessly complex is still under the microscope by researchers, patients, physicians, and society. But one of the most famous and most widely known phrases associated with the plant will always be THC, or more appropriately, delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol.

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40 Incredible Marijuana Statistics

The Herb Collective

With the cannabis industry growing and more states adopting to legalize the use of marijuana, whether for medical use, recreational use, or both, more people are keeping up with trends than ever before. The cannabis culture is pushing forward and expectations are high. Here are 40 unbelievable statistics on marijuana: Marijuana Cultivation 1. There are over 779 strains of cannabis around the world.

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How To Use Cannabis To Manage Chronic Pain

Leafwell

“Pain” is more complex than we give it credit for. When Dame Cicely Saunders introduced the concept of “total pain,” which includes physical, emotional, social, and spiritual distress, she helped foster a revolution in medical professionals’ idea of what pain constitutes. They began to understand that there are many different kinds of pain, and they all often feed into one another.

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Will there be Marijuana Consumption Lounges in Las Vegas?

Connor & Connor PLLC

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. On June 27th, 2018 the City Council hosted a Social Use Workshop to discuss drafted changes to the City Municipal Code. While there is a long way to go before social use venues come to fruition, the proposed changes are good news for the Las Vegas marijuana community.

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6 Amazing CBD Products for Dogs and Cats

FloridaMarijuana.net

When family members are sick or suffering, its natural to seek relief for their conditions and ailments. When a pet is ill, it can feel like a member of the family is suffering. Sometimes traditional veterinary pharmaceuticals may not always be effective for dogs and cats and the side-effects may interfere with a pet’s quality of life. There are healthy and natural alternatives available to you as a pet owner.

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The STATES Act, Rooted in Federalism, Would Address Systemic Risk in Cannabis-Related Banking

Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

Coauthored by Dykema Summer Associate Shaun Sullivan-Towler. For financial institutions interested in banking state-legal marijuana businesses, 2018 has been a rollercoaster. In January, Attorney General Jeff Sessions rescinded the Obama-era policy of lenient federal enforcement , creating new confusion for banks and credit unions about the future of marijuana-related banking.

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High Hopes and Torched Dreams

Burns Levinson (Cannabusiness advisory)

This week’s cannabis news was filled with high hopes for some and torched dreams for others. On the one hand, the Food and Drug Administration made history by approving Epidiolex, a cannabis-derived medication used in the treatment of two rare forms of epilepsy. On the other hand, Massachusetts’ Attorney General, Maura Healey, issued a ruling that permits cities and towns in the Commonwealth to extend the temporary moratorium on retail and other marijuana businesses through June 2019—almost a fu

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Tips on Finding the Best Marijuana Delivery in California

The Herb Collective

On January 1 of 2018, the recreational use of marijuana became legal in California for those over the age of 21. Many marijuana dispensaries that previously only served medical patients are now catering towards recreational users, some of which will deliver their products directly to your home. Here are a few tips on finding the best marijuana delivery in California.

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How To Use Cannabis To Manage Chronic Pain

Leafwell

“Pain” is more complex than we give it credit for. When Dame Cicely Saunders introduced the concept of “total pain”, which includes physical, emotional, social and spiritual distress, she helped foster a revolution in medical professionals’ idea of what pain constitutes. They began to understand that there are many different kinds of pain, and they all often feed into one another.

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The Five W’s of Agent Registration Cards

Connor & Connor PLLC

This blog post was written by Corrina Esquivel, one of Connor & Connor’s talented team members. Part of Corrina’s job is processing Agent Registration Card Applications. Read Corrina’s post below to learn more about obtaining an Agent Registration Card. So, would you like to work in a marijuana facility? First, you will need to obtain an Agent Registration Card.

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