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Australia: Patients to get easier access to medicinal cannabis under Greens bill

The Greens leader, Richard di Natale, has accused the federal government of “ignoring the will of parliament” on the importation of medicinal cannabis as doctors complain that the current system has “multiple obstacles” that prevent terminally ill patients from obtaining the drug.

UK: Family of epileptic boy, 5, suffering hundreds of fits a day moving to Netherlands to treat him with cannabis

The family of an epileptic boy who suffers hundreds of seizures a day are quitting the UK to move to the Netherlands so they can leagally treat him with medical cannabis.

Turner Venture Group Announces Acquisition Agreement of Hemp / CBD Company

An 11-year-old boy with severe epilepsy has not had a seizure in 300 days after he became the first patient to be prescribed cannabis oil on Britain's National Health Service.

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Australia's Medical Cannabis Red Tape Hampering Doctors

Medical marijuana significantly improved the condition of children suffering from cerebral palsy, a study by Wolfson Medical Center near Tel Aviv has found. 

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American Veterinarian Group Gets Behind Cannabis Rescheduling

A leading veterinary organization is joining the fight to reschedule cannabis in an effort to speed research into the plant’s effects on our furry friends.

Canada: Former BC health minister Terry Lake to join growing marijuana company

B.C.’s former health minister, Terry Lake, is moving to the Ottawa area this weekend to become a vice-president of a “luxury” medical marijuana company that is poised for massive growth.

Australia: Tasmanian medicinal cannabis program opens

Tasmanians will have access to medicinal cannabis when the state government’s Controlled Access Scheme starts on Friday.

Meet America’s first pot governor, Colorado’s Jared Polis - Cannabis News

The facility is anticipated to be ready for licensing and production before the end of 2017.

State marijuana agency to begin regulating THC products derived from cannabis plants

Every year in April, Jiang Xingquan sets aside part of his farm in northern China to grow cannabis. 

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Is Cannabis Legal in Mexico? 3 Things You Need to Know

Two banking pioneers during Russia’s chaotic lurch toward capitalism a quarter century ago think they’ve finally found another emerging market that can give them the same buzz.

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Proposal Would Allow Service Members Who Admit Cannabis Use To Return To Military

Prime Minister Dean Barrow and Belize’s federal government have introduced a piece of legislation that, if passed, would remove criminal consequences for anyone caught with 10 grams of marijuana or less.

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Active Ingredient In Marijuana Reduced Alzheimer's-Like Effects In Mice - Cannabis News

Vince Cable says the Liberal Democrats will keep pushing for the legalisation of cannabis.

Houston, We Have a Cannabis Problem!

Several creams and oils made using cannabidiol (CBD) are being publicized at the America Expoweed 2017 cannabis fair in Mexico City, at the same time that the Mexican government – for the first time – is providing treatment using cannabis-based products to 11 patients with serious illnesses such as epilepsy and cancer.

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Canada can be a leader in medical cannabis trade

There are millions of people worldwide with chronic diseases and other medical conditions whose lives could be improved with better access to medical cannabis.

A better way to invest in cannabis

Cannabis Testing Market is driven by government initiatives, growing awareness about drug testing, growing legalization of cannabis use in many regions.

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Not too late to cash in on New Mexico's green rush

Canada’s elite athletes are smoking, eating and investing in marijuana. Is a toke before stepping to the start line far off?

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Increase in cannabis pollen linked to illicit growth in Spain

Because Israel has been providing medical marijuana products to Israeli patients for over a decade, its researchers have accumulated vast clinical experience along with substantial knowledge in developing strains, breeding methods and extraction, as well as maintaining quality control.

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Where Are People Searching For Cannabis the Most?

For one South African mother, cannabis was an illegal drug to warn her son about when he became a teenager: today, she uses it to treat his rare medical condition.

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Western Australia Medicinal Cannabis Gets Green Light

Australian drug regulators have granted what is believed to be the first licence to manufacture and supply medical cannabis in WA.

Mexico is writing rules for medical marijuana

The legal sale of marijuana has picked up momentum this year not only in the U.S. but also in some Latin American countries.


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