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Study: Cannabis Component May Treat Psychosis - Cannabis News

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.

Most doctors would allow medical marijuana for children with cancer, study finds - Cannabis News

A considerable majority of medical physicians would help children treat cancer with medical cannabis, a new study suggests.

Mom of daughter with severe autism says cannabis therapy is 'heaven sent' - Cannabis News

After a series of violent episodes linked to autism, 19-year-old Dina Dedes struck her father. Her mother, Joanne, turned to a controversial therapy that she says saved her daughter's life — cannabis.

Scientists call for research on medical pot for pets - Cannabis News

The American Veterinary Medical Association's policy-making body said last summer it wants the DEA to declassify marijuana as a Schedule 1 drug "to facilitate research opportunities for veterinary and human medical uses."

Alcohol Sales Dropped Significantly in States With Medical Marijuana, Says Market Study - Cannabis News

A research team’s data dive suggests that alcohol industry fears about legal cannabis cutting into booze sales could be even more pressing than originally imagined.

Medical marijuana has arrived in Maryland, and sales have begun - Cannabis News

At least 200 would-be customers were lined up outside Rockville’s first medical marijuana dispensary Friday afternoon when one of the owners announced that a cannabis shipment — including elixirs, tablets and flowers — had arrived.

Can Cannabis Replace Benzodiazepines For Anxiety Disorders? - Cannabis News

According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, approximately 18 percent of Americans suffer from some form of anxiety disorder.

Marijuana Could Be Huge for Treating HIV - Cannabis News

From inflammation to lowering levels of the virus itself, a current study hopes to demystify pot's benefits for those living with HIV.

Medical Marijuana Weeks Away From Being Sold Legally In Texas - Cannabis News

Two years after lawmakers legalized the drug for epilepsy patients, the state has licensed a company operating as Knox Medical to dispense the drug.

Medical Marijuana Gains Momentum In South Carolina - Cannabis News

Candidates for SC House overwhelmingly embrace reform.


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