NORML
OCTOBER 16, 2024
"These results illustrate that cannabis regulation, coupled with consumer education, can provide sufficient safeguards to protect -- and potentially even improve -- mental health outcomes, particularly among more vulnerable populations." The post Study: Cannabis Legalization Associated With Fewer Hospitalizations Among Schizophrenia Patients appeared first on NORML.
Americans for Safe Access
OCTOBER 28, 2024
This election year, Capitol Hill buzzed with discussions about cannabis scheduling, hemp regulations, and the FDA’s evolving role in regulating cannabinoids. Yet, missing from these debates was one critical topic: the future of medical cannabis and protections for patients. As we head toward the 2024 election, it’s clear that cannabis policies will shift in the next Congress, impacting the lives of patients and families across the nation.
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Canna Care Docs
OCTOBER 10, 2024
The Associated Press recently reported that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will move to reclassify cannabis — a historic shift that could have wide ripple effects across the country. In the wake of this announcement, you may have a few questions. What does rescheduling actually mean? What could the implications be for patients on their medical cannabis journey?
Illinois News Joint
OCTOBER 13, 2024
Illinois officials recently released the Annual Cannabis Report for Fiscal Year 2024. The 144-page report, compiled by the Cannabis Regulation Oversight Office (CROO), incorporates data from several state departments. This article focuses on the Department of Public Health (IDPH) portion of the report, which touts this year’s accomplishments as hiring needed staff and hosting Medical Cannabis Advisory Board (MCAB) meetings.
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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.
Cannabis Cheri
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Dear Cheri , Are there any advantages to medical marijuana cards if you live in a recreationally legal state? Why would anyone bother? Thank you. Actually there are five potential advantages to medical marijuana cards, even if you live in a legal state. Now rules vary from state to state, so check the laws where you live, but these are typically the advantages of a medical marijuana card: It saves you money in the form of lower tax rates at dispensaries.
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United Patients Group
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Cannabis, commonly known as marijuana, has gained widespread acceptance for both medicinal and recreational use in recent years. However, while cannabis can offer therapeutic benefits and a relaxing recreational experience, it’s important to recognize that for some individuals, regular use can lead to dependency and problematic behavior. This condition is known as Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD).
PrestoDoctor
OCTOBER 15, 2024
HHC vs THC: Key Differences, Effects & Benefits Explained The world of cannabinoids is vast, with THC and HHC gaining significant attention for their potential health and recreational benefits. As consumers seek more information on HHC vs THC, understanding the differences and similarities between these two cannabinoids becomes crucial. This article explores their effects, uses, […] The post HHC vs THC?
Leafly
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Discerning smokers take note: these all-natural leaf wraps are the real deal. Rolling a good blunt is an art form, and if you roll your own, you know a decent wrap can make all the difference. Al Capone sets the bar way above decent, offering premium, all-natural leaf wraps made for quality from seed to […] The post Find special offers on Al Capone Premium Natural Leaf Wraps at a store near you appeared first on Leafly.
MaxQ Cannabis
OCTOBER 22, 2024
As the legal cannabis market expands in the United States, some states are taking a hardline stance against illegal operators. States like California, New York, and Colorado are pursuing aggressive enforcement but are also evolving their policies to combat illegal operations. Here’s a look at the actions these states are taking and how they handle […] The post States Take a Hardline Stance Against Illegal Cannabis Operators appeared first on MaxQ Technologies.
The Herb Collective
OCTOBER 28, 2024
If you’re a cannabis enthusiast or simply curious about THC concentrates, you’ve likely encountered various types of waxes, including shatter, crumble, sugar wax, rosin, live resin, and hash. Understanding the differences among these concentrates and their extraction methods can enhance your experience and help you make informed choices. In this guide, we’ll explore the various types of THC concentrate waxes, including sauce, sugar wax, live resin, and hash, along with the extraction techniques
NORML
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Those populations most vulnerable to cannabis-related adverse health events stand to benefit from a regulatory environment that promotes consumer education, product quality control and responsible use. The post NORML Op-Ed: Legalizing Marijuana Does Not Jeopardize Mental Health appeared first on NORML.
Americans for Safe Access
MAY 2, 2024
5 things Everyone Should Know About Cannabis Rescheduling: 1. CANNABIS RESCHEDULING IS A VICTORY FOR PATIENTS BY PATIENTS Cannabis is being rescheduled because of its “currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States.” After 50+ years of prohibition on access and research, it was the experience and research from state medical cannabis programs that made this qualification possible.
NORML
OCTOBER 11, 2024
“The results of this study indicate that legal medical cannabis promotes greater physical activity in those experiencing chronic medical conditions and legal recreational cannabis promotes (even more so) greater physical activity in those not experiencing chronic medical conditions.” The post Analysis: Marijuana Legalization Associated with Greater Levels of Physical Activity appeared first on NORML.
NORML
OCTOBER 21, 2024
“Marijuana-related prosecutions remain the primary driver of drug war enforcement in those states where marijuana-related activities remain criminalized. It is shameful that hundreds of thousands of Americans continue to be arrested annually in these jurisdictions for cannabis-related violations that the majority of voters no longer believe should be a crime.
NORML
DECEMBER 23, 2024
"It is time for politicians and others to stop assessing cannabis through the lens of 'what we dont know' and instead start engaging in evidence-based discussions about marijuana and marijuana reform policies that are indicative of all that we do know." The post Analysis: Over 35,000 Scientific Papers Published About Cannabis During the Past Decade appeared first on NORML.
NORML
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
Researchers determined that participants with a history of cannabis use experienced "significantly less cognitive decline" over their lifetimes than did non-users. The post Study: Cannabis Use Not Associated With Later IQ Decline appeared first on NORML.
NORML
DECEMBER 31, 2024
"The current findings suggest [that] cannabis-based medicinal products may be effective in reducing suicidal ideation, as well as other facets of health and well-being." The post Study: Patients Less Likely to Have Suicidal Thoughts Following Medical Cannabis Use appeared first on NORML.
NORML
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
"Our results suggest that adults who use cannabis. experience few significant long-term neural associations in these areas of cognition." The post Study: Sustained Use of Medical Cannabis Is Not Associated With Changes in Either Brain Morphology or Cognitive Performance appeared first on NORML.
NORML
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
"This survey's findings are an important addition to the growing body of literature suggesting that, in some instances, cannabis may act as an intervention for people seeking to reduce their alcohol consumption.” The post Marijuana Consumers Frequently Report Substituting Cannabis for Alcohol, Other Substances appeared first on NORML.
NORML
MARCH 25, 2024
Residents ages 18 and older may possess (up to 25 grams) and home cultivate cannabis (up to three plants) beginning on April 1st. The post Germany: Those 18+ May Legally Begin Possessing Cannabis Next Week appeared first on NORML.
NORML
APRIL 19, 2024
“As more states have adopted legalization, public support for this policy has risen dramatically among voters -- regardless of party affiliation. Elected officials who refuse to take action to end cannabis criminalization do so at their own political peril.” The post Polls: Most Americans Endorse Legalization, Say Cannabis Is Safer Than Either Alcohol Or Tobacco appeared first on NORML.
NORML
DECEMBER 10, 2024
DEA Administrative Law Judge John Mulrooney has ordered witness testimony to begin on Tuesday, January 22, 2025. The post DEA Judge Provides Timeline for Witness Testimony in Marijuana Rescheduling Hearing appeared first on NORML.
NORML
JULY 24, 2024
“Prevalence of cannabis use did not change among youth over time,” the study’s authors concluded. The post Analysis: No Increase in Rates of Marijuana Use Among Youth Over Past Decade appeared first on NORML.
NORML
OCTOBER 2, 2024
At NORML, this is a stark reminder of why we do the work that we do and how much more still needs to be done. The post Over 600 Americans Are Arrested Daily for Marijuana — Enough Is Enough appeared first on NORML.
NORML
OCTOBER 1, 2024
"We believe NORML has well earned a seat at the table, and that it is in the public interest for it to be heard." The post NORML Files Notice of Intent to Participate in DEA’s Marijuana Rescheduling Hearing appeared first on NORML.
NORML
APRIL 18, 2024
After a century of failed policies and “canna-bigotry,” the verdict is in. Legalization is a success, and the end of cannabis prohibition can’t come soon enough. The post NORML Op-Ed: State-Level Marijuana Legalization Has Been a Stunning Success appeared first on NORML.
NORML
JULY 18, 2024
"In these comments ANA agrees with the analysis that cannabis has numerous therapeutic qualities and should be moved to Schedule III. Further, ANA urges the Department of Justice and Drug Enforcement Administration to act expeditiously to have cannabis decontrolled under the CSA.""ANA strongly supports the currently accepted medical use of cannabis to alleviate disease-related symptoms and side effects.
NORML
MARCH 27, 2024
"There's no 'buyer's remorse' among the public when it comes to legalizing cannabis." The post Pew Poll: Adults Overwhelmingly Oppose Marijuana Criminalization appeared first on NORML.
NORML
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
"These audio recordings reinforce the fact that the federal government's decision to strictly criminalize marijuana was primarily a political one," NORML's Deputy Director Paul Armentano said. The post Newly Uncovered Nixon Audio: Marijuana Isn’t “Particularly Dangerous,” Penalties Should Be Reevaluated appeared first on NORML.
NORML
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee voted 9-5 to approve legislation which will… The post Senate Committee Approves Measure To End Consideration of Past Cannabis Use for Federal Jobs and Security Clearances appeared first on NORML.
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