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Cornell University study shows a decline in prescription medicines in US states with legal adult-use cannabis
Daily Dose 2022-05-10

Cornell University study shows a decline in prescription medicines in US states with legal adult-use cannabis

A Cornell University research program, reviewing Medicaid patient data over the past decade in 10 states and Washington DC where recreational marijuana has been legalized, has found that drug prescriptions for anxiety, sleep, pain and seizures have fallen as a result of cannabis legalization, going beyond the findings of similar studies about the impact of cannabis on prescription medicine usage.

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Have you herd? Federally funded study finds CBD diet reduces stress in cattle
Daily Dose 2022-05-05

Have you herd? Federally funded study finds CBD diet reduces stress in cattle

Feeding cattle high-CBD industrial hemp can help reduce stress and potentially boost health, according to a new study.

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Washington "Joints for Jabs" Campaign Offers Marijuana To Promote Vaccinations
Lane Trachy 2021-06-09

Washington "Joints for Jabs" Campaign Offers Marijuana To Promote Vaccinations

The state of Washington’s new “Joints for Jabs” campaign offers free marijuana joints to promote vaccinations.

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NFL Marijuana Testing Drastically Scaled Back Under New CBA
Lane Trachy 2021-04-30

NFL Marijuana Testing Drastically Scaled Back Under New CBA

In an effort to grant its players more freedom, NFL marijuana testing policy will be drastically altered under the updated CBA.

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As 4/20 Passes, The Inequalities In Cannabis Policy Are Still Evident
Lane Trachy 2021-04-20

As 4/20 Passes, The Inequalities In Cannabis Policy Are Still Evident

While 4/20 should be celebrated, we cannot overlook the shortcomings of the cannabis industry and the justice system which regulates it.

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New York Marijuana Legalization Bill Signed By Governor Cuomo
Lane Trachy 2021-04-01

New York Marijuana Legalization Bill Signed By Governor Cuomo

Andrew Cuomo signed the New York marijuana legalization bill the state House recently approved, making the state the 15th in the U.S. to do so.

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5 Minutes With: Cannabis Mexico Summit Director Aldo Ricardo Rodríguez Cortés
Lane Trachy 2021-03-23

5 Minutes With: Cannabis Mexico Summit Director Aldo Ricardo Rodríguez Cortés

We are proud to be a part of the Cannabis Mexico Summit on March 25th-28th. We spoke with event director Aldo Ricardo Rodríguez Cortés ahead of the event.

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Opinion: Hokkaido Industrial Hemp Association comments on Japanese Government plans to strengthen cannabis laws
Kurt Hahn 2021-03-09

Opinion: Hokkaido Industrial Hemp Association comments on Japanese Government plans to strengthen cannabis laws

Following the recent announcement by the Japanese government to form a committee to discuss measures to strengthen Japan’s cannabis laws, the Hokkaido Industrial Hemp Association would like to use this forum to present an urgent statement on this development.

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Thank You, Cannabis, for Giving Me Time With My Dying Mother
Kurt Hahn 2021-01-28

Thank You, Cannabis, for Giving Me Time With My Dying Mother

My mother was diagnosed with terminal bladder cancer. Prior to her passing, a medical cannabis cancer treatment relieved much of her pain.

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How Will The New Congress Handle Cannabis Legalization Efforts?
Lane Trachy 2021-01-24

How Will The New Congress Handle Cannabis Legalization Efforts?

Recent Democrat congressional victories make it all the more likely that the House and Senate will ramp up cannabis legalization efforts in the near future.

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House of Representatives Passes MORE Act to Decriminalize Cannabis
Rich 2020-12-11

House of Representatives Passes MORE Act to Decriminalize Cannabis

On Friday, December 4th, 2020, the United States House of Representatives passed landmark legislation…

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Better Understand Cannabis With The Medical Cannabis Handbook
Lane Trachy 2020-01-27

Better Understand Cannabis With The Medical Cannabis Handbook

The newly released Medical Cannabis Handbook for Healthcare Professionals is one of the most thorough options to best understand medical cannabis. 

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Illinois Governor Agrees To Expand Medical Cannabis Access
Lane Trachy 2019-08-22

Illinois Governor Agrees To Expand Medical Cannabis Access

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has signed bills to expand medical cannabis access in his state. The bills will also make cannabis legality permanent.

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CBD, the Next Superbug Treatment?
Nikki Wright 2019-07-01

CBD, the Next Superbug Treatment?

New research is emerging that CBD may be part of the next wave of antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections, including superbugs like MRSA.

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CBD For Anxiety, Does It Work?
Samuel Njoroge 2019-06-25

CBD For Anxiety, Does It Work?

According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common mental complications in the United States.

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4 Scientifically-Based Benefits of CBD
Samuel Njoroge 2019-06-21

4 Scientifically-Based Benefits of CBD

Touted for it’s many health benefits, CBD (Cannabidiol) is one of the 100+ chemical compounds, known as cannabinoids, that are produced by the cannabis plant.

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Medical Marijuana 411 Receives American Medical Association PRA Category 1 Credit(s) TM Accreditation for an Unprecedented 10 Hour Medical Marijuana Online Activity  for Medical Professionals
Nikki Wright 2019-06-12

Medical Marijuana 411 Receives American Medical Association PRA Category 1 Credit(s) TM Accreditation for an Unprecedented 10 Hour Medical Marijuana Online Activity for Medical Professionals

Press Release: Medical Marijuana 411 Receives AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) TM Accreditation for Unprecedented 10 Hour Medical Marijuana Online Activity

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What Is Driving The Increasing Popularity of CBD
Lane Trachy 2019-05-14

What Is Driving The Increasing Popularity of CBD

The popularity of CBD has grown due in large part to research that the compound has a number of medicinal uses and relatively few negative side effects.

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Opioids and Medical Cannabis: An Update on the Latest Information
Lane Trachy 2019-03-18

Opioids and Medical Cannabis: An Update on the Latest Information

Medical Marijuana 411 values providing our readers with information about the latest cannabis related topics for educational purposes and not for the intention of advocacy. This is not an advocacy based organization. For ailment specific questions, please consult your primary care physician.

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Trouble sleeping? Try CBD to help get better sleep.
Nikki Wright 2019-03-04

Trouble sleeping? Try CBD to help get better sleep.

Do you have trouble sleeping? A newly published report indicates that CBD can help improve sleep, especially for those suffering from anxiety.

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Examining Who Uses Medical Cannabis Treatments and Why
Lane Trachy 2019-02-05

Examining Who Uses Medical Cannabis Treatments and Why

Medical cannabis treatments are being used often. A survey conducted in California found that people are using cannabis to treat a variety of conditions.

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CBD Update: Government shutdown is delaying Farm Bill changes.
Nikki Wright 2019-01-30

CBD Update: Government shutdown is delaying Farm Bill changes.

Farmers wanting to grow newly legalized hemp CBD crops may miss the 2019 growing season due to government shutdown delays.

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Cannabis and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): A Personal Journey
j.klug 2018-12-27

Cannabis and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): A Personal Journey

My personal journey learning about the connection between healing traumaitc brain injury and cannabis started on March 27, 2017.

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