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Cannabis linked to depression and bipolar disorder Image Cannabis NewsJuly 28, 2023 Pot propaganda tells us that the drug is no big deal, but it wreaks damage on many levels. Despite cultural propaganda that sells marijuana as “harmless,” increasingly research finds that regular cannabis use is just the opposite. Not only have recent studies found
House approves spending bill with amendments for Veterans Image Cannabis NewsJuly 28, 2023 Medical cannabis for veterans and psychedelic substance research amendments were recently approved in a House spending bill. On July 26, the U.S. House of Representatives approved amendments and added a large spending bill. Among those amendments was an addit
5 health benefits of Hemp Seeds Image Cannabis NewsJuly 27, 2023 Try this slightly sweet seed for hunger-fighting protein and disease-fighting fatty acids. If you’ve been bypassing hemp seeds in the grocery store because you associate hemp with cannabis (marijuana) — or maybe you’re just not a seed lover — it’s time to give these tiny, tasty powerh
Frequent Cannabis use linked to more severe insomnia Image Cannabis NewsJuly 27, 2023 New research suggests that while some military veterans may turn to cannabis to relieve stress, frequent cannabis use may actually lead to more severe insomnia in the long run. The findings have been published in the Journal of Sleep Research. Insomnia is a sleep
Georgia Medical Marijuana grower forges ahead as state licenses stall Image Cannabis NewsJuly 24, 2023 Just two of six marijuana licenses awarded so far. Under construction in Middle Georgia, a giant warehouse is almost ready to begin growing medical marijuana for over 50,000 registered patients and caregivers. There’s one big problem: The company,
Big name Marijuana brands dive into intoxicating Hemp products Image Cannabis NewsJuly 24, 2023 Historically, marijuana companies avoided the hemp market. There’s a small but growing trend of marijuana companies expanding into hemp-derived goods that can still get consumers high. At least four high-profile companies have already made the leap in va
The growing need for Medicinal Cannabis is a reality in Spain that cannot be avoided Image Cannabis NewsJuly 21, 2023 Confirmation from the Spanish government earlier this month that proposals for the rollout of a medicinal cannabis framework will not happen before the upcoming elections is a huge blow for patients. The growing need for medicinal c
Wisconsin law enforcement officials wait to see impact of legal Marijuana in Minnesota Image Cannabis NewsJuly 20, 2023 Law enforcement officials in western Wisconsin are taking a wait-and-see approach to potential marijuana trafficking through the state as Minnesota is set to legalize recreational use of the drug Aug 1. When the new Minnesota law
Department of Justice report shows 61% decline in Federal Cannabis prisoners Image Cannabis NewsJuly 20, 2023 A Department of Justice report released last week showed a 61% decline in federal prisoners convicted of cannabis-related charges over a five-year period. The number of people in federal prison for a cannabis-related offense dropped 61% ove
Pills made from Cannabis compound could help treat tumors Image Cannabis NewsJuly 19, 2023 The breakthrough by Oxford Cannabinoid Technologies could help save healthcare providers and patients time and money. Pills containing compounds from the cannabis plant could be used to treat tumours. Biopharmaceutical company Oxford Cannabinoid Technologies
Eastern Band of Cherokee to vote on broader legalization of adult use of Marijuana Image Cannabis NewsJuly 19, 2023 The Tribal Council agreed last week to place the question on the ballot during the tribe's Sept 7 general election. Members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians will vote in September on whether they want to legalize marijuana poss
Gigi Hadid arrested after Cannabis found in luggage on holiday to Cayman Islands Image Cannabis NewsJuly 19, 2023 Hadid, 28, and her friend were arrested at Owen Roberts International Airport on 10 July after landing in a private plane. Model Gigi Hadid was arrested last week in the Cayman Islands after being found with cannabis. Hadid, 28, and her
Ohio to eliminate Board of Pharmacy as Medical Marijuana regulator Image Cannabis NewsJuly 18, 2023 Ohio's medical marijuana industry is getting at least one of the regulatory reforms it's been clamouring for. Within the state's recently passed operating budget is a provision that requires the formation of a Division of Marijuana Control within the
Refused Marijuana application raises questions of eligibility Image Cannabis NewsJuly 17, 2023 A marijuana company’s amended application for a license was refused on Tuesday, according to a letter presented during public comment to the Menominee Judicial and Legislative/Personnel and Labor Committee on Wednesday. Joni Moore, owner and president of
California lagging behind with Dispensary Openings Image Cannabis NewsJuly 17, 2023 State-level regulations are preventing the California cannabis industry from flourishing. Since 2020, over 50 Californian states have implemented regulation to enable retail sales of adult use cannabis, however, Hirsh Jain at Ananda Strategy has highlighted that onl
Out-of-State visitors now able to buy Medical Cannabis in New Hampshire Image Cannabis NewsJuly 13, 2023 Both out-of-state visitors and visitors from Canada will now be able to purchase medical cannabis in New Hampshire. New Hampshire’s Alternative Treatment Centers (ATCs) will now be able to dispense medical cannabis to visitors given they hold va
