Medical

Georgetown’s Second Attempt: Cannabis Ordinance First Reading

By / June 24, 2024 /

In a move reflecting ongoing debates about the regulation of recreational marijuana, the Georgetown Town Council is set to revisit the proposed ordinance concerning local marijuana businesses during its meeting…

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Medical Cannabis Legalization Amendment Attached to NC Hemp Bill

By / June 20, 2024 /

In a surprising move aimed at advancing medical marijuana legalization in North Carolina, Republican senators have attached an amendment to a bill focused on regulating hemp and kratom products. The…

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Study Reveals Significant Health Benefits of Medical Cannabis for Older Adults

By / June 20, 2024 /

Therapeutic Benefits of Medical Cannabis for Older Adults According to a new study in the journal Drugs and Aging, cannabis-based products can be effective in enhancing the health, well-being, sleep,…

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Legal Pitfalls: How Cannabis Can Still Get You Arrested in Ohio

By / June 20, 2024 /

In Ohio, 2.5 ounces of marijuana in any form, except for cannabis extract, is permitted, up to 15 grams in extracts. Going over these amounts could potentially get you into…

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Iowa Beverage Companies Challenge State’s New THC Limits in Lawsuit

By / June 19, 2024 /

Two Iowa-based beverage companies, Climbing Kites and Field Day Brewing Co., are taking legal action against the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) over the state’s interpretation of…

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Florida Medical Cannabis Patients Receive Political Email from DeSantis Administration

By / June 19, 2024 /

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — In a recent move that has stirred controversy, the Florida Department of Health sent an email to over 700,000 medical marijuana patients, among others, boasting about…

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Massachusetts Cannabis Agency Greenlights Cannabis Transfer to Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket

By / June 18, 2024 /

The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) has recently approved the transportation of cannabis products between mainland Massachusetts and Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket, following strong advocacy from local cannabis advocates and patients.…

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NJ Employers Face Challenges with Delayed Cannabis Tool

By / June 18, 2024 /

Nearly two years after the introduction of guidelines for managing marijuana use in the workplace, New Jersey employers are grappling with enforcement challenges due to the absence of Workplace Impairment…

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American Medical Association Endorses Drug Decriminalization

By / June 17, 2024 /

On June 12, the American Medical Association (AMA) voted to support the decriminalization of drug possession for personal use. The vote took place during the AMA’s annual House of Delegates…

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NH Medical Cannabis Expansion Bills Advance as Recreational Legalization Stalls

By / June 14, 2024 /

New Hampshire’s House of Representatives defeated a bill to legalize adult-use cannabis but approved two bills on Thursday to expand the state’s existing medical marijuana program. These bills now proceed…

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New Hampshire House Tables Cannabis Legalization Bill

By / June 14, 2024 /

The New Hampshire Senate approved a cannabis legalization bill, but the House voted to table it, effectively halting it for now. The legislation aimed to create a state-regulated system for…

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WHO Supports Cannabis Research for Medicinal Use

By / June 13, 2024 /

Over the years, several prominent national health organizations have championed the cause of medical cannabis research, recognizing its potential therapeutic benefits and advocating for informed policy changes. Here’s a closer…

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