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Nebraska Gov. Claims There’s ‘No Such Thing As Medical Marijuana’
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Medical News
The governor’s comments join a fierce opposition wave against medical marijuana legalization in Nebraska. A voter-approved initiative to legalize medical cannabis in Nebraska will appear on the November ballot, but marijuana shouldn’t even be labeled a medicine, according to Gov. Pete Ricketts. The comments represent a fierce opposition emerging in
The unintended consequences of marijuana decriminalization
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Politics
America’s decades-long war on drugs disproportionately harmed minorities. Now, it seems that decriminalization of marijuana hasn’t leveled the playing field. Black men are 12 times more likely than white men to spend time incarcerated in the United States. College enrollment for black men has declined since the 1986 Anti-Drug Abuse Act went into ef
California Might Be Progressive with Marijuana, But CBD is an Entirely Different Story
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Politics
Although California is viewed as a liberal paradise – especially regarding cannabis laws – the way this state regulates CBD is still incredibly limited and regressive. California has the oldest and largest legal cannabis market in the world. Medical marijuana has been legal in the state for 24 years now, recreational is legal, and you can easily fi
For Veterans, the Potential of Plant Medicine Is 'Limitless'
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Politics
The last two decades have brought bi-racial athletes, politicians, scientists, entrepreneurs, and more to the forefront. On August 19th we nominated Senator Kamala Harris, the first Vice President of Jamaican and Indian heritage. There is an excitement in the air, young women see themselves in Kamala Harris and think "If she can, I can". Which brin
Medical cannabis failing Delaware patients
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Medical News
I am fortunate to live in a state that recognizes, to a degree, the medical benefits of cannabis (marijuana).  It effectively eases my  symptoms, unlike any of the various side-effect-laden, addictive drugs prescribed for my conditions. The program, however, is falling short of its potential. The two Compassionate Care Centers in Sussex have severe
Indonesia Takes Away “Medical Plant” Designation for Cannabis
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Politics
Indonesia made a splash when a decree from earlier this year declaring cannabis a “medical plant” in the eyes of the government officially got on the public’s radar. Now, the Agricultural Ministry in Indonesia is revising this decree, as cannabis is still illegal in Indonesia with no legalization in sight.  The proclamation originally went viral vi
Should You Use CBD To Treat Your Dog? The Research Is Encouraging
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Medical News
CBD is a pharmacological treasure trove for pet wellness, with claims that it can help cure seizures, appetite loss, nausea, pain relief, inflammation, skin allergies, osteoarthritis, and anxiety. And the evidence isn't just anecdotal. There are over 100 research papers published to support a promising future for CBD as a treatment for dogs and oth
Fad or Fact: A Deeper Look at CBD
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Technology
If there’s one thing that the U.S. seems to enjoy, it’s health fads. There has been no shortage of health-conscious trends that have made their way into the public eye only to become yesterday’s news in a matter of months. Keto dieting, kale integration, juice cleansing, gluten avoidance, and even colonic hydrotherapy are just a few examples of hea
Virginia Senate Passes Anti-Stop, Sniff, and Search Bill
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Politics
Virginia made history last week when the state Senate approved a bill that would stop police officers from pulling over and searching vehicles simply because they smell of cannabis. The bill is meant to help stop racial profiling against people of color.  This is a big deal because Black folks are more than three times as likely to be arrested for
The Top 5 CBD Topicals For Muscle Recovery
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Medical News
Athletes, this one is for you. The CBD marketplace is robust with topicals that aid in recovery. From muscle tension post-exercise to pain in your hands and wrists caused by carpal tunnel, the power of cannabinoids to both reduce inflammation and pain is a game-changer. CBD is not the only cannabinoid coming to the rescue. Mounting research shows t
Study links legal marijuana access to fewer EVALI cases
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Cannabis News
States with higher cannabis and e-cigarette vaping use were not tied to higher rates of the e-cigarette or vaping-association lung illness (EVALI) outbreak from last year, a new study found. In fact, most states with legal marijuana access were connected with a fewer number of EVALI cases on average compared to places where it remains illegal. The 
Donald Trump Could Legalize Marijuana Next Month (But It Would Mean Crediting Kamala Harris)
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Politics
President Donald Trump is afraid of marijuana. He said so himself: In a campaign appearance in Wisconsin earlier this month, the president cracked a nervous “joke” with former Gov. Scott Walker, suggesting that cannabis-related ballot initiatives drove Democratic Party-minded voters to the polls. One easy way to dispel those fears, and take the wee
What’s France Up To? New Cannabis Fines and Litigation Over CBD
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Politics
From instituting new on-the-spot cannabis fines, to battling it out in court with the EU over the legality of CBD imports, France is quite busy right now, and the implications of its case could change cannabis laws throughout Europe. Some countries make more sense in their slower acquiescence to accepting cannabis (and some have barely started the
Oregon's Marijuana Sales Continue To Soar During Pandemic
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Cannabis News
Sales of recreational cannabis have broken $100 million for three months in a row in Oregon as the state continues to wrestle with the COVID-19 pandemic. According to data from the Oregon Liquor Control Commission, which oversees marijuana sales, sales have been up since March, when the state went into lockdown to slow the spread of the virus. That
Virginia lawmakers move to ban police searches based on the smell of marijuana
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Cannabis News
Todd Zinicola is pretty sure it’s the only time someone has smoked a Black & Mild cigar in a Virginia courtroom at the request of a judge. He was defending a client in Fairfax who police searched after saying they smelled marijuana during a routine traffic stop. But Zinicola argued in court that it was impossible for the state trooper to smell the
Jamaica's first resort-based medicinal cannabis dispensary opens in Negril
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Medical News
The first resort-based medicinal cannabis dispensary in Jamaica, HedoWeedo, has opened in Negril with high-end cannabis making its way to the island's west coast. HedoWeedo, which is independently owned and operated, is located within the Hedonism II resort, but not part of the all-inclusive experience. Hedonism II, a pioneer in Jamaica's hospitali
New Mexico: Some raise concerns about out-of-state, reciprocal patients in the time of COVID-19
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Medical News
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic the New Mexico Department of Health approved rules that put into practice a state law allowing medical cannabis patients from other states to buy, possess and use medical cannabis in New Mexico.  The law was passed in 2019 as part of a massive statutory change for medical cannabis. That law also included a separate provis
Mississippi: Legislative inaction on medical marijuana leaves some voters with tough choice
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Politics
Approval of medical marijuana on Nov. 3 by Mississippi voters, based at least on polling, seems like a lead-pipe cinch. A poll conducted by Millsaps College and Mississippi-based Chism Strategies in 2019 placed support for legalizing medical marijuana at 67% to 27%. In today’s polarized society, it’s difficult to find that level of support for many

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