Leafly
MARCH 3, 2022
Many people use cannabis to ease symptoms of depression, but there haven't been any clinical studies done that examine whether or not it actually can treat the condition. The post Does cannabis help or worsen depression? appeared first on Leafly.
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 26, 2022
The organization has, they say, ……evaluated patient access, affordability, equity, and product safety. “With a decline in legislative improvements in state medical cannabis programs, millions of patients are left with limited or no access,” ASA Executive Director Debbie Churgai said. “It is ASA’s hope that the report will inspire a renewed commitment to patients by policymakers to improve state laws and end the federal prohibition once and for all.”.
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NORML
MARCH 2, 2022
"A robust, above-ground retail marijuana market is necessary in order to disrupt the unregulated marketplace and to assure that consumers have adequate access to lab-tested, high quality products at competitive prices.". The post New Mexico: Adult-Use Marijuana Sales on Track for April 1st Launch appeared first on NORML.
Americans for Safe Access
MARCH 1, 2022
The issue of adulterants in cannabis vape products has once again resurfaced as the Pennsylvania Office of Medical Marijuana issued a notice to medical cannabis patients on February 4, 2022 advising them of a recall of over 500 different products containing substances not suitable for inhalation. The problem was first brought to light when the VAPI (vaping associated pulmonary injury) crisis occurred in 2019, which sickened over 2,800 people and killed at least 68.
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.
Leafly
MARCH 1, 2022
March brings the promise of spring and connecting deeply with your inner self. Check out what strains the stars suggest for March 2022. The post Star signs and cannabis strains: March 2022 horoscopes appeared first on Leafly.
Medical Cannabis Brief brings together the best content for patients and advocates from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
NORML
MARCH 3, 2022
Despite being the first state in the nation to approve adult-use marijuana possession and sales, Coloradoans – including registered patients – still lack any workplace protections. The post Cannabis Consumers Continue to Face Employment Discrimination in Colorado appeared first on NORML.
The Cannigma
MARCH 3, 2022
While kief is usually collected for rolling into joints or topping off a bowl pack, you can also use it to make potent edibles. Kief is a fine green powder made from fallen trichomes, the shiny, hair-like substance on cannabis plants. These trichomes house a majority of the cannabinoids and terpenes in the plant, making a small amount intensely powerful.
Leafly
MARCH 4, 2022
Here's how I eased my way back into regular cannabis consumption after taking a 'T break.'. The post Me vs. The Weed: Coming back from a tolerance break appeared first on Leafly.
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 28, 2022
Vice. This past Wednesday, February 23, Oregon’s Psilocybin Advisory Board voted unanimously that each member would disclose their personal and financial conflicts of interest during its next meeting in March. The Board is made up of people who were appointed by the governor to create recommendations for the rules for the state’s legal psilocybin services, which begin in January 2023.
NORML
MARCH 3, 2022
"The White House's outdated, exclusionary policy is inconsistent with the rapidly changing legal landscape around cannabis in the U.S. and globally, and unnecessarily limits access to capital that small cannabis businesses desperately need.". The post White House: Investing in Cannabis Stocks Could Jeopardize Federal Security Clearance Status appeared first on NORML.
Cannabis Life Network
MARCH 4, 2022
Self-care is essential to help reduce stress, maintain balance, and prevent burnout. We know that cannabis can help manage stress, but how can we use cannabis for self care? First, it’s important to know that self-care is simply the practice of taking care of ourselves. On the surface, it may seem simple, like relaxation and bubble […]. The post How to use Cannabis for Self Care appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.
Leafly
MARCH 1, 2022
Looking for the best dispensaries in Oregon? Leafly Lists show you the highest rated cannabis shops in Oregon according to reviews by real people on Leafly.com. The post The best rated weed dispensaries in Oregon appeared first on Leafly.
Cannabis Law Report
MARCH 3, 2022
INCBA Files Amicus in In re Joy Tea. INCBA’s 4th Amicus and the First of 2022. . INCBA and ASA proudly announce our jointly filed amicus brief in the matter of In re Joy Tea, Inc., with a special thanks to James Gourley and Mary Shapiro for their Pro Bono drafting of the brief and the incredible work product they provided for INCBA and ASA.
NORML
MARCH 4, 2022
This week’s update highlights the latest drama and intrigue in South Dakota, and also includes updates on several other bills advancing across the country – some of which await their Governor’s signature. The post State Policy Weekly Update 3/4/2022 appeared first on NORML.
Veriheal
MARCH 2, 2022
Have you ever wondered why so many people are dedicated to running? While running has a whole list of benefits, one of the main appeals of this form of exercise is what we know as the “runner’s high,” described by Healthline as “ a brief, deeply relaxing state of euphoria. ” Endorphins have long been connected to the runner’s high phenomenon, but new research has found that cannabinoid receptors—the very ones cannabinoids from cannabis bind to—play a key role. .
Leafly
MARCH 1, 2022
Looking for the best dispensaries in Boston, MA? This Leafly List will show you the highest-rated cannabis shops in Boston according to reviews by real Leafly shoppers. The post The best-rated dispensaries in Boston appeared first on Leafly.
Canna Law Blog
FEBRUARY 28, 2022
All U.S. businesses are marijuana related businesses (MRBs). By “all” I mean everyone from Amazon to your local hardware store, with very few exceptions. Allow me to explain. Guidance on banking and MRBs. Over eight years ago, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network published the FinCen Memorandum of February 14, 2014 (“FinCen Memo”). FinCen is a Bureau within the U.S.
Peninsula Alternative Health
FEBRUARY 26, 2022
Have you ever heard of a cannabis chemotype? Chemotype is the word used to classify and distinguish the different cannabis varieties based on their chemical compositions. When we think of medicating with cannabis for a particular effect, we may often think of the old tale that sativa equals a motivational and energizing feeling, while indica equals a calming, slow, and “in the couch” effect.
Veriheal
MARCH 1, 2022
The Tennessee Valley Authority, also known as the TVA, is a major federally owned utility service provider that distributes electricity to millions of consumers. In response to the recent legalization of medical cannabis in the state of Mississippi, the TVA released a public statement pertaining to its federal obligations, suggesting that it would be withholding services from any cannabis-related business.
Leafly
MARCH 4, 2022
The outgoing president allowed medical. His likely successor favors legalizing for all adults. The post Costa Rica just legalized medical marijuana. Here’s what the new law allows appeared first on Leafly.
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 27, 2022
The Las Vegas Review Jnl writes. A Clark County commissioner who questioned how an unfinished marijuana dispensary breezed through licensing hurdles at a site just off the Strip has been hit with a state ethics complaint. But the commissioner, Ross Miller, isn’t backing down. Miller called the complaint “absurd and fanciful” Friday and said he will continue to press for answers about how the dispensary, Thrive Cannabis Marketplace, was able to get a business license without a public hearing.
The Cannigma
FEBRUARY 28, 2022
The US cannabis industry has an equality problem. It’s not a new problem, nor a problem limited to cannabis. Yet it is one that cannabis is uniquely positioned, and failing, to address. The War on Drugs had a massive, disproportionate impact on communities of color. And now that legalization is sweeping the country, the cannabis industry is particularly good at continuing to exclude Black, Latino, Indigenous, and other communities of color.
Veriheal
MARCH 1, 2022
The first legal psilocybin therapy program to take shape in America is slowly progressing in Oregon. The 17-person Psilocybin Advisory Board appointed by Gov. Kate Brown conducts regularly scheduled monthly meetings with a goal of shaping the nation’s first Psilocybin therapy program. Oregon’s Psilocybin Therapy Program: Advisory Board Hard at Work.
Leafly
MARCH 4, 2022
After a lifetime enjoying the plant, Bronx native Malik Yoba can't wait to share in the prosperity legal weed will bring to New York City. The post Actor Malik Yoba has big plans for NYC’s legal weed scene appeared first on Leafly.
Cannabis Law Report
MARCH 3, 2022
The Venables Press Release. Venable continues to represent Josh Ginsberg, a co-owner of one of Colorado’s largest dispensary chains (Native Roots), in claims against his and co-claimant Rhett Jordan’s business partner Peter Knobel and Knobel’s company Brightstar. Venable’s trial team prevailed in American Arbitration Association (AAA) binding arbitration, securing an award of a whopping $100.4 million, plus an additional $40 million in interest.
Canna Law Blog
MARCH 4, 2022
A lot of things have happened since our State of the State for New York’s cannabis industry. Of course, the one thing we have all been waiting for has not happened yet, which is the release of the first draft of the adult-use rules and regulations. Now that we are approaching the start of spring, it seems like a good time to go over 2022 developments.
Veriheal
FEBRUARY 28, 2022
Many may not know that depression is on the rise and is the leading cause of disability throughout the world. If cases of depression are increasing, so are cases of suicide. The need for effective treatment is not only important for restoring one’s health but also for returning functioning and quality of life. Current antidepressants can have some serious side effects, as most pharmaceuticals do.
Leafly
FEBRUARY 28, 2022
Drug-induced psychosis is a real thing. But which drugs? At what dosage? All these variables matter. The post Can drug use make you lose your mind? appeared first on Leafly.
Cannabis Law Report
MARCH 4, 2022
The Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) today released a comprehensive regulatory proposal to make changes to streamline and simplify the cannabis regulations, enhance consumer protections and make permanent changes that are currently in effect as emergency regulations. The proposal is a continuation of efforts by the Administration and DCC to refine and strengthen the cannabis regulatory framework.
Canna Law Blog
MARCH 3, 2022
The Oregon Senate passed HB 4016 yesterday afternoon, enacting a sweeping moratorium on new cannabis licenses in the state. The law will take effect on an “emergency” basis following Governor Brown’s signature, or 30 days from now if she doesn’t veto (and she won’t). Industry got what it wanted here; the walls are going up. HB 4016 has evolved since I previewed the bill at the start of this short session last month.
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