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Can Canada Maintain Its Cannabis Edge After Trudeau's Departure? Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 30, 2025 As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau prepares to step down, Canada’s cannabis industry faces a turning point that could redefine its future. Trudeau's government not only legalized recreational cannabis in 2018, but also positioned Canada as a global le

Study explores the effects of recent and lifetime cannabis use on brain function Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 30, 2025 A new study published today in JAMA Network Open explores the effects of both recent and lifetime cannabis use on brain function during cognitive tasks. The study, the largest of its kind ever to be completed, examined the effects of

The truth about cannabis: Researchers from largest study on its effects on the brain have a warning for young adults Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 29, 2025 The myth that cannabis is harmless because it’s natural has been further debunked—by scientists in a pot-friendly state. New research from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus shows t

MRI shows 'long-lasting' impact of cannabis use on brain regions linked to memory Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 29, 2025 New research is sounding the alarm on cannabis use and its impact on neural health, revealing that its routine consumption can alter the long-term function of brain regions associated with memory. These effects are most notable in h

Largest Study Ever Done on Cannabis and Brain Function Finds Impact on Working Memory Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 29, 2025 AURORA, Colo. (Jan. 28, 2025) – A new study published today in JAMA Network Open explores the effects of both recent and lifetime cannabis use on brain function during cognitive tasks. The study, the largest of its kind ever to

House Republicans block amendment to reclassify cannabis Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 29, 2025 INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (WPTA) - On Monday, House Republicans voted down an amendment to a bill that would have reclassified cannabis in Indiana. Fort Wayne State Rep. Kyle Miller presented the bill calling for cannabis to no longer be a Schedule 1 drug. “This w

Cannabis warning as major study finds two thirds of drug users suffer reduced brain activity Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 29, 2025 Almost two thirds of people who regularly use cannabis are likely to suffer issues with brain function, concerning research today suggested. Advocates of the drug often purport that marijuana is safe because it is 'natura

More frequent marijuana use may damage an important memory skill Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 29, 2025 CNN — More frequent use of marijuana damages the brain’s working memory, which could lead to issues with safety, communications and work success, a new study found. “Working memory is the ability to retain information for a short period of time and

Miller amendment to change cannabis classification blocked by supermajority Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 28, 2025 Today, Jan. 27, an amendment to House Bill 1056 to strike language classifying cannabis as a Schedule 1 drug was voted down by House Republicans. The amendment, presented by State Rep. Kyle Miller (D-Fort Wayne), was blocked by the Republ

Global cannabis boom brings unexpected cardiovascular risks to light Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 28, 2025 A comprehensive review challenges the perception of cannabis as harmless, linking it to severe heart health issues. Against the global backdrop of escalating cannabis use, a recent review published in Nature Reviews Cardiology reviews current kn

Yes, physicians warn, cannabis is bad for the heart Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 28, 2025 Cannabis use is on the rise throughout the United States, but it is not as harmless as some people may believe. In fact, according to a new in-depth analysis in Nature Reviews Cardiology, regular cannabis use increases a person’s risk of multiple adverse cardiov

Proposal to raise state cannabis tax sprouts vendor unease Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 28, 2025 BALTIMORE COUNTY, Md. — A state proposal could raise the tax on cannabis six percentage points in fiscal year 2027, a few years after the state legalized the substance for Marylanders 21 and older. Gov. Wes Moore announced a budget proposal this month, wh

Roeland Coopman Appointed as Ridder's New CCO Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 28, 2025 Ridder has appointed Roeland Coopman as its Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). He will begin his new role on February 3. As CCO, Roeland will be responsible for overseeing commercial and marketing activities both nationally and internationally. Roeland Coopman brings ext

Will weed be legalized in NH this year? Bills may face rocky road Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 28, 2025 New Hampshire legislators in both parties have filed bills this year to again try to legalize cannabis in the state. State Rep. Jared Sullivan, D-Bethlehem, said Thursday that his bill, HB 198, simply aims to legalize marijuana for those over 21 in

Medically Recommended vs Nonmedical Cannabis Use Among US Adults Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 23, 2025 With increases in cannabis use for medical purposes and its perceived benefits, 1, 2 patients and clinicians need to be aware of its potential risks. Studies of local data have documented that patients often use cannabis on a daily or near-daily bas

Fire-Damaged Cannabis Grower Loses $1.3 Million Business Income Loss Claim Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 23, 2025 A cannabis growing company has lost its bid to have its insurer cover $1.3 million in claimed business income losses after a building fire damaged almost 1,000 of its marijuana plants and shuttered one of its “flowering” rooms. A federal d