Medical

No Morning After Effects: Study Finds Cannabis Use Before Bed Doesn’t Impact Cognitive Ability or Driving

By / May 22, 2024 /

A new study suggests that using marijuana before sleep has minimal, if any, effect on a range of performance measures the next day, including simulated driving, cognitive and psychomotor function…

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DEA Proposes New Rules to Reschedule Cannabis

By / May 22, 2024 /

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) published proposed rules in the U.S. Federal Register yesterday to reschedule marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act. This represents…

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New Hampshire Senate Passes Cannabis Legalization Bill

By / May 20, 2024 /

Medical cannabis is legal in New Hampshire, but recreational use has only been decriminalized, not legalized. However, the New Hampshire Senate recently approved a cannabis legalization bill in a 14-9…

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Helping Parents Navigate: Public Health Tips for Discussing Cannabis with Children

By / May 17, 2024 /

Initiating discussions about drugs with children can be challenging, admits Dr. Matthew Tenenbaum, Associate Medical Officer of Health for Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH). However, he emphasizes the necessity of these…

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Colorado Teams Up with Driving Schools to Educate Teens on Cannabis-Impaired Driving

By / May 17, 2024 /

Impaired driving poses a significant threat on roads across the United States, with tragic consequences that extend far beyond the immediate incident. While the dangers of driving under the influence…

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Proposed Ban on Intoxicating Hemp Products in Texas Opens for Public Feedback

By / May 17, 2024 /

For better or worse, changes are looming over the hemp-derived cannabis industry in Texas. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has urged state senators to explore the banning or regulation of delta-8…

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USA Moves to Reschedule Cannabis to a Schedule III

By / May 17, 2024 /

On May 15, the US Justice Department took a significant step towards rescheduling cannabis federally from a Schedule I to a Schedule III substance. President Joe Biden announced his support…

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New Jersey Proposal: State Officials Granted Authority to Regulate Medical Cannabis Costs

By / May 16, 2024 /

State officials and lawmakers acknowledge concerns raised by medical marijuana patients regarding the high cost of cannabis in New Jersey. Despite widespread acknowledgment of the issue, existing laws provide no…

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Running on a High: How Cannabis Enhances the Runner’s Experience

By / May 15, 2024 /

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder has shed light on the potential benefits of using cannabis before embarking on a running session. Contrary to…

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Nebraska Medical Cannabis Campaign Clears Signature Hurdle

By / May 15, 2024 /

Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana (NMM) announces a significant milestone in their ongoing efforts to legalize medical cannabis in the state. A History of Persistence Learn about the challenges NMM has…

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Banks Keep Their Distance: Why Card Payments Remain Elusive for Legal Cannabis

By / May 15, 2024 /

In the dynamic landscape of legal cannabis, payment processing has long been a significant challenge, with major banks steering clear of the sector due to federal regulations. While the industry…

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Psychedelic Mushrooms and the Mind: Insights from a New Study

By / May 14, 2024 /

A recent study conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins University suggests that a single psilocybin experience may not significantly alter religious beliefs, but it could lead to changes in perception…

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