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UC Berkeley opens new cannabis research center - Cannabis News
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The University of California at Berkeley has a new research center focused on studying the social and environmental impacts of cannabis production.
How To: A Beginner’s Guide To Buying CBD Products - Cannabis News
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So you’re ready to give CBD a shot and purchase some. Now what?
Medical marijuana can now be used to treat opioid addiction in N.J. - Cannabis News
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Gov. Phil Murphy on Wednesday announced a broad attack on opioid addiction in New Jersey by adding it to the list of illnesses that qualify residents for medical marijuana and expanding Medicaid coverage for medication-assisted treatment, a scientifically proven method of preventing relapses.
Lawmakers Race to Introduce Veterans' Medical Marijuana Bills in New Congress - Cannabis News
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Less than a month into the 116th Congress, lawmakers on both sides of the aisle in the House and Senate have introduced four bills that, if signed into law, would require the VA to conduct research on medical marijuana.
Can Cannabis Treat Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)? - Cannabis News
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Although pharmaceutical drugs are often used to treat GERD, cannabis and different cannabinoids might help treat this disease safely and effectively.
Cannabis trade association debuts in Michigan - Cannabis News
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A new statewide trade association has been established to advocate for Michigan’s developing cannabis industry.
Bob Marley-branded drinks set to stir up cannabis-infused beverage market - Cannabis News
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Here's a brand likely to lively up the cannabis-infused drink marketplace: Marley.
High fashion? Neiman Marcus adds cannabis beauty products to its luxury lineup - Cannabis News
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Beauty counters at luxury retailer Neiman Marcus are giving new meaning to the term high-end.
'No longer waiting for relief': Medical marijuana sales begin in Ohio - Cannabis News
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Dispensary owners prepared for large crowds on what is essentially the program's opening day.
Study: Many users prefer medical marijuana over prescription drugs
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As more states legalize cannabis consumption, many more people will likely use medical marijuana as a supplement to or substitution for prescription drugs, says a University of Michigan researcher.
Arizonans Consumed 61 Tons of Medical-Marijuana Products in 2018, a Record High - Cannabis News
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Medical-marijuana patients in Arizona smoked, vaped, dabbed, ate, or otherwise consumed a record 61 tons of cannabis products in 2018, state records show.
Cannabis Pro-Tips: 8 Ways To Properly Store Marijuana For Freshness - Cannabis News
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When it comes to how you store marijuana, the do’s and don’ts are pretty basic. But the guidelines can vary depending on your living arrangements, budget, aesthetic style and geography.
Cannabis Companies Struggle To Become More Sustainable - Cannabis News
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State regulations make it hard for cannabis companies to focus on sustainability. That doesn’t mean they’re not trying.
Cannabis Employees Now Outnumber Pilots and Librarians in America - Cannabis News
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If there's any marker that the cannabis industry isn't slowing down, it's just how many people are now working in it.
5 Ways the Cannabis Industry Has Matured - Cannabis News
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The legal cannabis industry has seen tremendous growth over the past few years, and it continues to improve each day.
Meet America’s first pot governor, Colorado’s Jared Polis - Cannabis News
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The governor-elect takes office at a significant moment in Colorado for the cannabis industry.
Florida’s largest cannabis company makes a deal to carry edible marijuana products - Cannabis News
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The state’s first and largest medical marijuana provider, Trulieve, signed an exclusive deal to bring high-end edible marijuana products to Florida, the company announced Wednesday.
Canada cannabis sales topped $43 million in first two weeks after legalization - Cannabis News
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Figures Statistics Canada released last month show that cannabis sales topped $43 million during the two-week period following legalization.

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