NORML
JANUARY 30, 2023
“These findings contribute robust evidence for clinicians regarding the potential benefits of medical cannabis in reducing the opioid burden for patients receiving long-term opioid therapy and possibly reduc[ing] their risk for overdose.” The post Study: Cannabis Use Reduces Daily Use of Prescription Opioids in Chronic Pain Patients appeared first on NORML.
Project CBD
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
Cannabinoid compounds show promise in treating skin diseases, both as topical applications and as systemic medication.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Leafly
JANUARY 31, 2023
The 7 most energizing weed strains with reviews from real Leafly users. The post 7 high-energy cannabis strains to help you get active and fight fatigue appeared first on Leafly.
United Patients Group
JANUARY 30, 2023
The Benefits of Cannabis in the Treatment of Myasthenia Gravis Introduction Myasthenia gravis ( MG ) is a rare autoimmune disease that affects the nerves and muscles. The symptoms of MG vary greatly, but they often include double vision, difficulty swallowing, and muscle weakness. Doctors usually treat MG with thymectomies, immunomodulating drugs, acetylcholinesterase inhibitors and IV immunoglobulin treatments.
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.
NORML
JANUARY 30, 2023
If public safety is an actual priority for either chamber, then they will approve legislation to begin sales at licensed dispensaries as soon as possible.”. The post Poll: Virginia Voters Support Legalizing Adult-use Cannabis Retail Sales appeared first on NORML.
Medical Cannabis Brief brings together the best content for patients and advocates from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Leafly
JANUARY 31, 2023
Did you know you can catch a buzz while cleaning your grinder? Here's how. The post How to boil your grinder to clean it and get high at the same time appeared first on Leafly.
Project CBD
JANUARY 31, 2023
The FDA announcement is riddled with disingenuous doublespeak.
NORML
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
"The option to grow for oneself is a fundamental right which has been part of legalization in the great majority of the 20 other states which have now taken the historic step of repealing the criminal prohibition of responsible adult marijuana use." The post Missouri: Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Begin, Regulators Accepting Home-Cultivation Applications appeared first on NORML.
Cannabis Life Network
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Where does Health Canada come down on extracts vs edibles? Last week, Canada’s federal bureaucracy caught the cannabis industry by surprise. Some licensed producers have been marketing “chewable extracts,” which Health Canada says are actually edibles. In an email to CLN, a Health Canada spokesperson said: “Health Canada has identified edible cannabis products erroneously being classified and marketed as cannabis extract products.
Leafly
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
HBO's hit series 'The Last of Us' has us asking: Does this mushroom really work like that? The post What are cordyceps mushrooms? Can they really turn their hosts into zombies? appeared first on Leafly.
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 31, 2023
A GOP congressman has refiled a bill to move marijuana from Schedule I to the less restrictive Schedule III under federal law. Rep. Greg Steube (R-FL) introduced the proposal on Friday. This is the third session in a row that he’s pushed for the modest reform, titled the “Marijuana 1-to-3 Act.
NORML
JANUARY 30, 2023
“Our sense of justice and our principles of fairness demand that public officials and the courts move swiftly to right the past wrongs of cannabis prohibition and criminalization.” The post Rhode Island: Courts Begin the Process of Erasing Marijuana Records appeared first on NORML.
Veriheal
JANUARY 31, 2023
Despite the fact that the legal cannabis industry is growing, many people are still purchasing from the illicit market. A recent study investigated this matter and found that buying cannabis from the illicit market may be “better” than legal weed. The obvious reasons for choosing the illicit market over the legal market include the likes of easier accessibility and lower cost.
Leafly
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
Is that love we smell in the air, or the perfect strain for impending Valentine's? Either way, here are the best weed strains for your sign in February 2023. The post Star signs and cannabis strains: February 2023 horoscopes appeared first on Leafly.
United Patients Group
JANUARY 31, 2023
Cannabis and Dementia: Are There Benefits Introduction Dementia is a debilitating disease that affects millions of people across the world. It’s estimated that more than 70 million people have dementia right now, with at least 10 million new cases being diagnosed each year. A common cause of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease, which causes a decline in memory functions and other cognitive abilities.
NORML
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
State Question 820 permits adults to legally possess and home-cultivate personal use qualities of cannabis while also establishing a licensed, retail marketplace. The post Oklahoma: Voters Still Have Time to Register Ahead of March Legalization Vote appeared first on NORML.
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Ganjapreneur report Rhode Island’s top judicial official has released new guidance on expunging marijuana records under a legalization law that was enacted last year.
Leafly
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
These videos may elicit ironic laughs or winks, but they’re also a reminder of how absurd the War on Drugs and anti-drug messaging has been. The post 5 outrageous anti-drug videos: A retrospective appeared first on Leafly.
United Patients Group
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
Using Cannabis For Health and Wellness Introduction Cannabis is a plant that has been used for thousands of years to treat many ailments. The first recorded use of cannabis was in 2737 BC, when Emperor Shen Nung documented its value as a medicine. This makes it one of the oldest medicines on earth! But what exactly is cannabis? I’m sure you’ve heard it referred to as marijuana or pot, but those terms are actually slang terms used to describe the leaves and buds that come from the female cannabis
NORML
JANUARY 31, 2023
City lawmakers have provided final approval to a pair of bills that seek to significantly reform marijuana laws in the District of Columbia. But both bills still must undergo a 30-day Congressional review prior to becoming law. The post District of Columbia: Bills Transmitted to Congress Providing for Marijuana Expungements, Expanded Medical Access appeared first on NORML.
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Marijuana Moment Reports A federal court on Thursday granted the early release of a man who’s served 14 years in prison over his role in operating a state-legal medical marijuana dispensary in California—with the judge recognizing that compassionate release is warranted, in part, due to the dramatic shift in the legal landscape for cannabis.
Leafly
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
Missouri's medical dispensaries will start recreational sales on Monday, Feb. 6. Here's the easiest way to find your new local weed store. The post How to find the legal weed stores opening Feb. 6 in Missouri appeared first on Leafly.
The Blunt Truth
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
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 what didn’t happen – the FDA didn’t propose regulations for the use of CBD in food. And then we have two stories about things that haven’t happened yet, but that some people would like to see happen: interstate cannabis commerce and federal re-scheduling.
NORML
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
I chose to work for NORML this spring because I believe that the destigmatization and legalization of cannabis is crucial to creating a more just, equitable, knowledgeable, and free society. The post Why I’m Fighting for Cannabis Freedom appeared first on NORML.
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
As legal cannabis becomes more accessible and accepted, consumer demand for marijuana-related products has surged in Denver. The result is an influx of buyers across different industries vying for properties that accommodate their needs.
Leafly
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
Strawberry Gary, TropiCherry, LA Runtz, and SFV OG put to the test. The post Snoop Dogg’s Death Row Cannabis reviewed appeared first on Leafly.
Veriheal
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
New York City’s newest recreational dispensary is a big win, Mississippi opened its medical cannabis market, and Hong Kong banned CBD. Let’s dive into this week’s cannanews. NYC’s Second Dispensary Is a Big Win for Social Equity New York City has officially opened another recreational cannabis dispensary —just the second in the state. However, this isn’t just any ordinary dispensary.
Illinois News Joint
JANUARY 30, 2023
In 2022, infused prerolls started appearing more and more on Illinois dispensary menus, and I believe 2023 will be the year that infused prerolls become the new standard. Terp Stix is a new label from 4Front Ventures bringing flavored distillate infused prerolls from California and Washington to our market. This Terp Stix Strawberry distillate infused preroll was on the menu at Mission South Chicago , so I picked one up to see what the label offered.
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Mj Biz reports Canadian cannabis grower SNDL interfered with an off-site union informational meeting for employees working at a cultivation facility and must remedy that interference by offering workers paid, mandatory meetings with the union going forward, a provincial labor tribunal has ruled.
Leafly
JANUARY 28, 2023
The Amazon-owned live streaming platform just banned one of its most popular broadcasters. His presumed crime: Vibing out on an edible. The post Did Twitch ban top streamer Kai Cenat for dozing off after weed edibles? appeared first on Leafly.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
246 
Let's personalize your content