Cannabis and the Immune System: A Complex Balancing Act
Project CBD
MAY 8, 2019
A new wave of research points toward cannabinoids having an adaptive, immunomodulating effect, rather than just suppressing immune activity.
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What Is the MORE Act, and How Could It Change Marijuana Policy Forever?
NORML
AUGUST 19, 2019
Click here to send a message to your Representative now! The MORE Act, which was introduced to the US Congress last month, would completely decriminalize marijuana at the federal level. How will it work, and what will it do for cannabis consumers, pot convicts, and the burgeoning gray-market industry? On July 23, Rep. Jarrold Nadler (D-NY) and presidential candidate Kamala Harris (D-CA) introduced the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act , which is arguably the most revo
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Higher Education: The Top Universities Offering Cannabis Degrees
Leafly
AUGUST 27, 2019
With the cannabis industry booming, employers are looking for highly skilled labor. Check out these US universities offering degrees in cannabis. The post Higher Education: The Top Universities Offering Cannabis Degrees appeared first on Leafly.
House Passes Cannabis Banking Bill in Historic Vote
Leafly
SEPTEMBER 25, 2019
A strong vote, 321-103, moves cannabis banking reform over a major hurdle. Now it's the Senate's turn. The post House Passes Cannabis Banking Bill in Historic Vote appeared first on Leafly.
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.
Scientists Sue DEA as it Drags its Feet and Hampers Cannabis Research
WeedAdvisor
JULY 4, 2019
It comes as a surprise to absolutely no one that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is not a fan of drugs or legalization. Despite mounting evidence into cannabis’ therapeutic benefits, the DEA continues to close its eyes and plug its ears, constantly claiming that there is not enough research to support its medicinal value, according to Marijuana Moment.
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Get Stuff Done: Using Cannabis to Improve Productivity
Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)
DECEMBER 11, 2019
Media has always depicted marijuana as a “lazy mans” drug. However, now that cannabis has been medically legal in certain parts of the United States for some time now, science and research focused businesses can actually invest time and resources into legitimate studies around the various effects of the different types and strains… and, well. What they’ve found is that cannabis can actually improve productivity.
Cannabis in the UK: Why Being a Brit Sucks
LIWTS
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
The whole subject of cannabis in the UK right now is rather embarrassing. Cannabis culture is alive and well, but remains confined to the underground. All forms of cannabis in the UK are 100% illegal and are destined to remain as such for some time to come. Meanwhile, tens of millions of stoners in the [ ] The post Cannabis in the UK: Why Being a Brit Sucks appeared first on Legalize it.
PSA: Fake Shatter Explained – Silica, Pine Resin, or Gum Arabic
Cannabis Life Network
NOVEMBER 27, 2019
Cannabis concentrates have been given a shady title as of recently. News is going around this sappy amber-glass substance is not all it seems. Many have found a product that breaks up and looks an awful lot like the sap of a tree that is known as colophony gum, or more simply, pine resin. CLN […]. The post PSA: Fake Shatter Explained – Silica, Pine Resin, or Gum Arabic appeared first on Cannabis News | Lifestyle Tips | Expert Opinions | Stocks.
UK: Tommy Corbyn’s Hemp Business Goes Into Receivership
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 24, 2019
The original report was in the Daily Mail so we did fact check and as you’ll see from the UK Gazette, receivership has been declared. The story goes something like this. Tommy Corbyn son of UK Labour party leader Jeremy Corbyn has gone into receivership with debts of £100K with his hemp company National Hemp Service “NHS” Accusations are flying about but at the moment simple mismanagement appears to be the issue.
Cannabis History: How Cannabis Came to America
Sensi Seeds
DECEMBER 19, 2019
The prehistory of cannabis in the Americas is really a mystery that has not yet been fully explained. In order to do so, it is important to analyse man's relationship with the plant since ancient times. While many people believe Christopher Columbus brought cannabis to the Americas, there is evidence that cannabis was on the continent long before his arrival.
Toxic FDA-Approved Food Additives
Project CBD
DECEMBER 19, 2019
The FDA recently reiterated its official disapproval of any nonpharmaceutical use of CBD. But their precautionary overreach contrasts sharply with its lax policy towards many common, and problematic, food additives.
Marijuana Consumers Have a Lot to Be Thankful For
NORML
NOVEMBER 28, 2019
At NORML, as we gather around the table today, we’re thankful not only for the dozens of legislative victories and the historic votes in Congress in 2019, we’re thankful for you, our supporters, members, and donors, who’ve made this progress possible. It’s because of your passion, commitment, and generosity that NORML has been able to sustain the fight to end marijuana prohibition for nearly fifty years… and together, we’ll keep winning.
5 Ways Medical Marijuana Can Help You Deal With Chronic Pain
The Fresh Toast
JULY 24, 2019
If you are part of the 20% of Americans facing chronic pain and you haven’t yet turned to marijuana as an option, here’s what you need to know about the way medical marijuana can help you deal with pain. Continue reading 5 Ways Medical Marijuana Can Help You Deal With Chronic Pain at The Fresh Toast.
Cannabis IQ drop is a myth, new twin study confirms
Leafly
DECEMBER 27, 2019
A new twin study finds that genetic and environmental factors—not cannabis—drove IQ down over time. The post Cannabis IQ drop is a myth, new twin study confirms appeared first on Leafly.
Hemp-Derived CBD Now Allowed On Flights By TSA
MassRoots
MAY 27, 2019
TSA ( Transportation Security Administration ) now allows CBD (Cannabidiol) in airports and on flights. TSA clarifies that the CBD products must be hemp-derived “under the Agriculture Improvement Act 2018.” They recently updated a section of their website “What Can I Bring?” regarding medical marijuana shown below. Possession of cannabis and “certain cannabis infused products” are still prohibited, but the wording opens up the possibility of some cannabis infu
BREAKING NEWS: MORE Act Passes in Historic Vote
Canna Law Blog
NOVEMBER 22, 2019
The House Judiciary Committee approved a 2019 bill to decriminalize marijuana at the federal level and end cannabis prohibition on Wednesday. The Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act passed by a vote of 24 to 10 after more than two hours of debate. Two Republican representatives, Matt Gaetz (R-FL) and Tom McClintock (R-CA), joined the 22 Democrats who voted for the bill.
Medical Marijuana for Aspergers: Diagnosis, Research & Treatment
Greencamp
JULY 20, 2019
Asperger syndrome is a neurodevelopmental disorder which belongs to the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as of 2013. According to CDC, Continue Reading. The post Medical Marijuana for Aspergers: Diagnosis, Research & Treatment appeared first on Greencamp.
Study: CBD May “Significantly Reduce Opioid Use and Improve Chronic Pain and Sleep Quality
The Joint Blog
DECEMBER 2, 2019
CBD could “significantly reduce opioid use and improve chronic pain and sleep quality among patients who are currently using opioids for pain management”, according to a new study. The study, titled Evaluations of effects of CBD hemp extract on opioid use and quality of life indicators in chronic pain patients: a prospective cohort study , was published in the journal Postgraduate Medicine.
What’s The Difference Between CBD And MitragynaSpeciosa?
Cannabis Maven
FEBRUARY 12, 2019
Learn about the key differences between CBD And MitragynaSpeciosa or Kratom.
Cannabis & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Project CBD
DECEMBER 31, 2019
What would you do if you were faced with the incurable symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? One woman’s journey led her to a life-changing experience with cannabis.
New Jersey: Governor Signs Marijuana Expungement Bill into Law
NORML
DECEMBER 18, 2019
Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation ( A. 5981 /S. 4154) into law today facilitating the expungement of low-level marijuana crimes and other offenses. The measure establishes an expedited process for expunging the criminal records associated with minor marijuana-related violations, among other changes. An analysis of nationwide arrest data published last year reported that New Jersey was third in the nation in total marijuana arrests and second only to Wyoming in per capita marijuana a
HISTORIC: A bill to end marijuana prohibition just passed
NORML
NOVEMBER 20, 2019
Today, you were a part of making history. The House Judiciary Committee just approved the MORE Act on a bipartisan vote of 24-10. This is legislation that tens-of-thousands advocated for by sending messages, making phone calls, and meeting with lawmakers in DC and district offices. This marks the first time that a congressional committee has ever passed a bill to remove marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act.
House Committee Markup Announced To End Marijuana Prohibition
NORML
NOVEMBER 18, 2019
The House Judiciary Committee has posted a markup date for HR 3884 , the Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment, and Expungement (MORE) Act. Members of the Committee will consider the bill on Wednesday, November 20th, 2019, and they will likely hold a vote at that time. The MORE Act was introduced by the Committee’s Chairman, Jerry Nadler of New York and it is expected to be positively received by Committee members.
It's Never Too Late to Start Using Medical Cannabis
Project CBD
NOVEMBER 19, 2019
Cannabis geriatrics and age-related pathologies were major topics at this year’s International Association of Cannabinoid Medicines. Seniors are currently the fastest-growing demographic of cannabis users worldwide, but is cannabis safe for the elderly? What might be the benefits?
BREAKING: Bill To End Marijuana Prohibition Passes Key Committee
NORML
NOVEMBER 20, 2019
For the first time ever, a congressional committee has approved a piece of legislation to end marijuana prohibition in the United States. The Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment, and Expungement Act, better known as The MORE Act, would remove marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act and impose a minor excise tax on the legal cannabis industry to pay for the expungement of criminal records, among other changes, passed with a bipartisan vote of 24 to 10. “This is a truly historic moment
American Bar Association Endorses Ending Marijuana Prohibition
NORML
AUGUST 13, 2019
The American Bar Association (ABA) has passed a resolution in support of ending federal marijuana prohibition and removing the substance from the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). In language that does not mince words, the proposal reads : FURTHER RESOLVED, That the American Bar Association urges Congress to enact legislation to remove marijuana from Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act.
FBI: Marijuana Arrests Rise For Third Straight Year, Outpace Arrests For All Violent Crimes
NORML
OCTOBER 1, 2019
The total number of persons arrested in the United States for violating marijuana laws rose for the third consecutive year, according to data released by the US Federal Bureau of Investigation. According to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Report, police made 663,367 arrests for marijuana-related violations in 2018. That total is more than 21 percent higher than the total number of persons arrested for the commission of violent crimes (521,103).
Congress Votes YES to Protect Legal Marijuana
NORML
JUNE 20, 2019
We. Did. It. For the first time ever, the House of Representatives just voted to restrict the Department of Justice from interfering with the states that have legalized adult-use marijuana. The importance of this 267 to 165 bipartisan vote on the Blumenauer amendment cannot be overstated. Today, nearly one in four Americans reside in a jurisdiction where the adult use of cannabis is legal under state statute.
Illinois Gov. Pritzker Signs Bill to Legalize and Regulate Marijuana
NORML
JUNE 25, 2019
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has signed legislation legalizing the adult use of marijuana and regulating its commercial production and retail sale. Illinois is now the eleventh state to legalize adult-use marijuana, and it is the second state to legalize marijuana use via legislative action rather than by voter initiative. The Prairie State is the first state to legislatively regulate cannabis sales. “Today, Illinois residents and political leaders demonstrated the power of democracy in act
Using Cannabis to Treat Cancer
Project CBD
OCTOBER 17, 2019
How close are we to an approved cannabis therapy for cancer? Medical cannabis science pioneer Dr. Manuel Guzman discusses the successes and challenges towards acceptance in the medical community.
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