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Joy to the weed! Marijuana legalization comes bearing gifts - Cannabis News
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Gift-giving has long been a part of marijuana culture, and the drug’s newly legal status is a source of Yuletide celebration in four states.
Is This Finally The Big Moment For Hemp? - Cannabis News
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America has been slow to embrace hemp’s revolutionary, space-age applications—not to mention the billions of dollars that hemp production and processing could bring the nation.
What's the Difference Between CBD and THC? Some Doctors Break It Down - Cannabis News
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There's been a huge surge of interest in the natural healing powers of CBD lately — and for good reason! Doctors are saying it's one of the safest ways to treat illness, disease, and disorders like anxiety.
New Study Shows Top Reasons That Patients Are Turning To Cannabis - Cannabis News
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Ohio’s new medical marijuana program received 104 applications for up to 40 processor licenses, the state announced Wednesday.
Why this Army vet ditched pills for cannabis and yoga - Cannabis News
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Advocates seeking increased medical marijuana access for vets aren't convinced the Department of Veterans Affairs' new directive moves the needle for patients.
Canada: MedReleaf partners with Shoppers Drug Mart to sell medical marijuana online
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Canadian cannabis producer MedReleaf Corp on Thursday signed an agreement with retailer Loblaw Companies’ unit Shoppers Drug Mart to sell medical cannabis online.
Fields of Green: Could hemp be South Carolina’s next cash crop? - Cannabis News
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South Carolina farmers are one step closer to planting their first hemp seeds in the ground. The S.C. Department of Agriculture (SCDA) announced earlier this month that permits for industrial hemp cultivation are in the process of being issued.
More Parents Are Looking to Marijuana to Help Kids With Autism - Cannabis News
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For some parents who are at their wits' end finding ways to ease their kids' autism symptoms, medical marijuana has offered a relief other medications and treatments apparently can't.
Arkansas begins researching hemp with pilot program - Cannabis News
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After 80 years of prohibition, industrial hemp is legal again in Arkansas. The Arkansas State Plant Board is creating rules for a help research program that will begin next year.
Philly hospitals, medical schools jockey for marijuana partners - Cannabis News
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The University of the Sciences in Philadelphia this week became the latest academic player to announce it was getting into marijuana research.
Here’s what can be done with extra weed
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  Add the Buckeye State to the list of those that have attracted medical marijuana growers.
4 Tips to Navigate the Hemp Gold Rush - Cannabis News
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Some lawmakers are backing a bill to legalize cannabis oil for medicinal purposes in the state of Tennessee.
The Holiday Gift Guide For The Cannabis Newbie - Cannabis News
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With the holiday season upon us, you might be wondering what type of gifts to get your friends and family who are new to cannabis.
Hemp Continues Return, Acreage Doubles in 2017 - Cannabis News
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Hemp continues down the road of return as a standard U.S. row crop, with 23,343 acres in 2017, despite federal prohibition.
Study: Cannabis Component May Treat Psychosis - Cannabis News
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LONDON — An ingredient in cannabis called cannabidiol or CBD has shown promise in a clinical trial as a potential new treatment for psychosis, scientists said Friday.
10 States Most Likely to Flip-Flop on Marijuana in 2018 - Cannabis News
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2017 is coming to a close, and unfortunately it didn’t offer up as many highlights when it comes to marijuana as 2016. But that trend may change next year.
Mainstream alert: You can buy a weed-leaf Christmas tree from Walmart - Cannabis News
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In a sign of the mainstreaming of marijuana in the United States, consumers can purchase “the original Weed Christmas Tree” at walmart.com.
Financial entities seek to expand California Cannabis banking efforts
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A considerable majority of medical physicians would help children treat cancer with medical cannabis, a new study suggests.

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