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Green Labs: A New Kind of Gateway

Cannabiz MD

Impaired driving is impaired driving regardless of the reason – whether due to alcohol, prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, lack of sleep, or distractions. Paramount to public safety is the establishment and enforcement of impaired driving laws, particularly as the adult use cannabis markets emerge. As new laws are passed, it is imperative that safety is […].

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Gaize’s Virtual Reality Headset Can Tell if You’re Too High to Drive or Work Safely

Veriheal

Gaize is mastering the art of cannabis impairment detection. The Missoula, Montana-based company is gearing up for the launch of its first science-backed real-time cannabis impairment detection device. Not only this, but Gaize recently completed the largest clinical trial into cannabis impairment , and the results are set to transform the realm of workplace and road safety.

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Should you use cannabis when you have a cold or flu?

Leafly

Is it safe to smoke cannabis if you’re wheezing and coughing? Learn more about whether weed will help or harm when you’re struck with a cold or flu. The post Should you use cannabis when you have a cold or flu? appeared first on Leafly.

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Addressing Shareholder Disputes in the Cannabis Industry

MJ Business Attorneys

As the legal cannabis industry suffers through a period of distress brought on by global economic woes, along with punitive taxation structures and an oversaturation of products, and plummeting prices, there has naturally been an uptick in internal cannabis business disputes. Incidents of owners suing other owners, shareholders making claims of poor business operations, and disputes between investors are on the rise.

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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 Benefits of Cannabis Topicals

United Patients Group

The Benefits of Cannabis Topicals. Introduction. Cannabis topicals are becoming more popular as people discover their benefits. Topicals (aka Salves) are a form of medical cannabis that can be used topically to treat skin conditions, muscle pain, joint inflammation and many other ailments. They can be used safely on children and pets too! With no psychoactive effects like smoking or vaping cannabis, topical applications allow you to get the benefits of the plant without any side effects.

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Psychedelics, Endocannabinoids & Gut Microbiota

Project CBD

A deep science foray into LSD ’s impact on the endocannabinoid system and the microbiome.

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ASA Demanded a Pregnant Medical Cannabis Patient Should Not be on a Child-Abuse Registry…and the AZ Supreme Court Agreed!

Americans for Safe Access

On January 5, 2023, the Arizona Supreme Court declined to accept an appeal from the Arizona Department of Child Safety, letting stand a lower court decision that Lindsay Ridgell’s medicinal use of cannabis while pregnant did not constitute child neglect and ordered her name be removed from the state’s child abuse registry.

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Connecticut expunged more than 43,000 cannabis convictions

Leafly

Connecticut is the latest state to legalize recreational cannabis with a focus on equity and social justice. They've expunged nearly 44,000 criminal records so far, but there’s more work to be done. The post Connecticut expunged more than 43,000 cannabis convictions appeared first on Leafly.

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New Study Raises Concerns Over Inhalation of THC-O

NORML

“These products are unregulated and untested, readily available on the internet and unlicensed sources, and pose significant threat to public health and safety.”. The post New Study Raises Concerns Over Inhalation of THC-O appeared first on NORML.

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What is hashishene? Examining the unique chemistry of hashish

The Cannigma

For hundreds if not thousands of years, human beings have been separating glandular trichomes from cannabis plants, pressing them into shapes, and allowing them to cure like fine wines as a product known as hashish, or hash. But what do we know about the chemical transformation that takes place when trichomes are separated from the plant and turned into hashish?

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8 Health Benefits of Turmeric

United Patients Group

8 Health Benefits of Turmeric. Introduction. Turmeric, also known as curcumin, is a yellow-orange powder that comes from the root of the Curcuma longa plant. It’s been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties and it’s often added to curry dishes and other cuisines. In addition to being used in cooking, turmeric is also available as a supplement.

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Arizona Supreme Court sets important precedent in pregnancy and cannabis case

Leafly

Lindsay Ridgell, a registered medical marijuana patient, had to fight for her child, her career, and her reputation. The post Arizona Supreme Court sets important precedent in pregnancy and cannabis case appeared first on Leafly.

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Why I Chose to Intern at NORML

NORML

"Marijuana law reform brings together important conversations over decarceration, racial equity, public health, and informed consumption. As long as NORML remains a leader of this public discussion, I intend to stay involved.". The post Why I Chose to Intern at NORML appeared first on NORML.

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Review: POTUS Berriez Live Resin by Aer?z          

Illinois News Joint

Sometimes, genetics are what grab me. I’ve said before that classic strains are classic for a reason, and when multiple legendary strains are crossed, I have to explore the results. That’s why I picked up POTUS Berriez Live Resin from Aerīz at Consume Marion. POTUS Berriez is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Runtz, Afghani, and OG Kush. This live resin tested at 2.09% D9THC, 81.63% THCa, and 85.06% total cannabinoids.

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Cannabis and the Immune System

United Patients Group

Cannabis and the Immune System. Introduction. The immune system is a regulatory system in the body that works to maintain homeostasis, or balance. It’s not just there to fight off colds and flu — it also maintains the health of all other systems in the body by ensuring they are working properly. The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is the largest regulatory system in our bodies and is responsible for maintaining homeostasis.

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What’s up with weed delivery in New York?

Leafly

New York officially kicked off its recreational cannabis industry on Dec. 29, but only one licensed dispensary is open. Delivery is set to start soon—here are the facts so far. The post What’s up with weed delivery in New York? appeared first on Leafly.

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State Policy Weekly Update (1/10/23)

NORML

Lawmakers in many states have started to pre-file marijuana law reform legislation and some sessions have already begun holding hearings. This week's update highlights legislative developments in Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Dakota, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Utah and Washington. The post State Policy Weekly Update (1/10/23) appeared first on NORML.

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New Survey Shows Cannabis’ Popularity, Anesthesia Experts Release Cannabis-Specific Guidelines, and Prince Harry Talks About His Psychedelic Journey

Veriheal

A national survey showed that cannabis is America’s “illicit drug” of choice, medical professionals released the first ever cannabis consumer-specific anesthesia guidelines, and Prince Harry spoke about his experience with psychedelic therapy. Let’s dive into this week’s cannanews. America Loves Cannabis, Survey Finds. The Federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) just released the findings of its 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and

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Leader of Drug Trafficking Organization Sentenced for International Drug Trafficking Conspiracy

Cannabis Law Report

The former leader of a drug trafficking organization that operated in Baja California, Mexico, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for his role in leading an international drug trafficking organization which transported more than 450 kilograms of cocaine and 45,000 kilograms of marijuana into the United States from Mexico. In April 2018, Pedro Alejandro […].

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Discreetly Dank: ‘I had to stop using weed as an emotional crutch’

Leafly

Volume 5 of Discreetly Dank gets real and discusses cannabis use disorder, coping, and maintaining a healthy relationship with weed. The post Discreetly Dank: ‘I had to stop using weed as an emotional crutch’ appeared first on Leafly.

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How to Cure a Hangover With Marijuana

CannaMD

Marijuana has long been thought of as a means to relax and unwind after a long day, but did you know that it can also be an effective hangover cure? That’s right – cannabis has a range of properties that make it a great natural remedy for the symptoms of a hangover. In this article, […].

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Young Americans Are Making Smarter Choices and Saying No to Tobacco

Veriheal

Are young Americans making a shift from smoking tobacco to smoking something else? According to Gallup, yes. A new poll released by Gallup says that young Americans are twice as likely to smoke cannabis than cigarettes. While some people might be alarmed to hear this, others feel relieved. This is because although smoking as a practice poses risks of its own , cannabis is a much cleaner substance than cigarettes.

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Review: Peaches and Cream Disposable Vape by matter

Illinois News Joint

I’m convinced I wouldn’t make it in the Northwest. Just a few days of consistently dreary weather absolutely destroy my mood, my energy, and my motivation. The weather in southern Illinois has been doing it’s best Portland impression lately, so seeking out something that would remind me of warmer days, I tried the Peaches and Cream disposable vape from matter.

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The Week in Weed: January 13, 2023

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. This week, the big news is that Connecticut began legal adult-use cannabis sales. And so did Detroit. We have an update on the Minnesota legalization bill. And finally, we found a story about a Michigan dispensary that got into the holiday spirit of giving with a “Jackets for Joints” program.

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Justin’s Immigration Corruption (And the Cannabis Solution)

Cannabis Life Network

Justin’s immigration corruption stems from why he’s bringing in record amounts of immigrants (the highest levels in history, more than the number of people brought in to populate the prairies in the late 19th and early 20th century). This wouldn’t be an issue if this country could handle such an influx. But with a health care system on the verge of collapse, a bubble real estate market, inflation, and a looming economic downturn, is now the time to welcome millions […].

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Medicinal Cannabis Use Approved in French Polynesia

Veriheal

The people of French Polynesia can now legally use medicinal cannabis following the local assembly’s approval of a consumption law. The law also permits the agricultural production of cannabis and hemp for industrial purposes, with a heavy emphasis on pharmaceutical crops. . Comprising over 100 islands in the South Pacific, French Polynesia consists of the A ustral, Gambier, Marquesas, Society, and Tuamotu archipelagos.

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Do you know more about craft cannabis than AI?

Illinois News Joint

In our search to learn more about the craft cannabis coming to Illinois, we thought we’d asked ChatGPT: Optimizing Language Models for Dialogue. According to its creator, OpenAI , “We’ve trained a model called ChatGPT which interacts in a conversational way. The dialogue format makes it possible for ChatGPT to answer followup questions, admit its mistakes, challenge incorrect premises, and reject inappropriate requests.

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How to Calm Your Anxious Brain

United Patients Group

How to Calm Your Anxious Brain. Introduction. Most of us have an anxious mind, and for some of us, anxiety is a serious problem. But even if you fall into the latter group, there are steps you can take to calm your anxious brain. Stop Telling Yourself the Story of the Worst That Could Happen. Stop telling yourself the story of the worst that could happen.

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Virginia Cannabis Control Authority Appoint New Legislative and Regulatory Manager.

Cannabis Law Report

They write Please join us in welcoming Jake Shuford, CCA’s new Legislative and Regulatory Manager. Congratulations and welcome aboard!

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New Study Finds Alarming Trend Among Older Marijuana Users

The Fresh Toast

New Study Finds Alarming Trend Among Older Marijuana Users. Cannabis-related emergency department visits went from a total of 366 in 2005 to 12,167 in 2019. The post New Study Finds Alarming Trend Among Older Marijuana Users appeared first on The Fresh Toast.