October 28, 2024 4:20pm
The Arkansas Supreme Court decided in a narrow 4-3 ruling that votes in favor of and against a plan to broaden the state’s medical cannabis program would not be taken into account. Protect Arkansas Kids, a nonprofit that joined the legal fight against the amendment—Issue 3, filed a case that resulted in this decision. The … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Arkansas Supreme Court Says Cannabis Amendment Ballots in November Will Not Count”
October 25, 2024 4:20pm
Recent research highlights the increasing use of marijuana among individuals undergoing cancer treatment and the associated implications of this trend. Various studies indicate that approximately 20%-40% of cancer patients turn to cannabinoids or medical marijuana to alleviate side effects such as stress, anxiety, insomnia, pain, and nausea. The surge in marijuana use among cancer patients … Continue reading “420 with CNW — NIH Says Oncologists Aren’t Equipped to Answer Cancer Patients’ Questions on Medical Marijuana”
October 23, 2024 4:20pm
Last week’s Benzinga cannabis conference, held in downtown Chicago, offered a glimpse into an industry that is anxiously awaiting full legal recognition. The event seemed, at first appearance, to be very similar to most business conferences. There were notably fewer women in the gathering than men, who made up the majority of those in suits. … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Benzinga Cannabis Conference Shows How Businesses Are Struggling in the Legal Grey Area”
October 22, 2024 4:20pm
A recent study published in the Cannabis Research Journal challenges the outdated stereotype that cannabis users, often labeled as “lazy stoners,” are less active. The research shows that medical cannabis promotes increased physical activity in individuals with chronic health issues, while recreational marijuana boosts physical activity even more, particularly in those without chronic conditions. The … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Study Says Medical Cannabis Promotes a Higher Level of Physical Activity”
October 21, 2024 4:20pm
The recreational cannabis ballot initiative in South Dakota, known as Initiated Measure 29 (IM 29), will not directly lead to the legalization of cannabis sales. For sales to become legal, further action from the state legislature would be required. IM 29 primarily aims to decriminalize the use, possession and free sharing of up to two … Continue reading “420 with CNW —South Dakota Voters Can Decriminalize Cannabis, Legislators Will Decide on Sales”
October 18, 2024 10:00am
According to a recent report by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), further actions should be taken by the state to increase accessibility to medical cannabis. The report focuses on Texas’ Compassionate Use Program (CUP), analyzing its effectiveness in providing patients across the state with reasonable access to treatment. The findings highlight that Texas’ … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Report Shows Patients in Texas Lack Access to Medical Cannabis”
October 17, 2024 4:20pm
According to a recent study, many American adults tend to obtain information about cannabis not from government or medical resources but rather from friends and family. The study, which included a nationally representative sample of 1,161 participants, highlighted that government websites were the least preferred source for marijuana-related information, accounting for just 4.7% of respondents. … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Research Says Most Americans Distrust Government as Cannabis Information Source”
October 16, 2024 4:20pm
Nebraska’s top election official and the state’s chief prosecutor are raising concerns about the validity of most signatures gathered for two medical marijuana petitions set to appear on the ballot this November. Mike Hilgers, Nebraska’s attorney general, who filed a legal motion on behalf of Bob Evnen, secretary of state, stated that inquiries are still … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Nebraska Officials Question Voter Signatures in Bid to Thwart Medical Marijuana Measure”
October 15, 2024 4:20pm
According to a recent examination of the existing data, teenagers who use marijuana typically do poorly academically. The JAMA Pediatrics study analyzed information from 63 different studies involving nearly 440,000 adolescents. The findings revealed that marijuana use during teenage years is likely associated with lower academic performance, decreased chances of finishing high school, less likelihood … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Study Shows Teen Marijuana Users Have Poorer School Outcomes”
October 14, 2024 4:20pm
New York authorities recently published a comprehensive report on the progress of the state’s cannabis legalization law, which was signed by former Governor Andrew Cuomo in 2021. The state’s cannabis management office (OCM) shared the document, outlining the advancements made toward achieving the law’s primary goals. The outlined advancements include fostering equity and creating opportunities … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Report Says NY Marijuana Program Has Undergone Successful Moments, Growing Pains”
October 11, 2024 4:20pm
If you suffer from chronic pain and think medical cannabis could help, your doctor may not always share the same opinion. A recent survey of individuals living in states with legalized medical cannabis revealed significant differences in opinions between patients and healthcare providers. According to the survey, which included responses from 1,000 doctors and 1,600 … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Survey Finds Difference in View of Chronic Pain Patients, Doctors on Medical Cannabis”
October 10, 2024 4:20pm
California Governor Gavin Newsom approved a measure that will allow the operation of marijuana cafés, modeled after those in the Netherlands. The law is set to come into effect on Jan. 1, 2025, subject to local government approvals. Last year, Governor Newsom vetoed a similar proposal from Assembly Member Matt Haney, which would have permitted … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Newsom Signs Measure Authorizing Cannabis Cafes to Operate in California”
October 08, 2024 4:20pm
Cannabis legalization has made significant progress in the United States, with more than one-half of the states allowing its use for medical or recreational purposes, or both. However, despite these developments, cannabis is still illegal at the federal level. A recent report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NASEM) highlights the growing … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Five Highlights from US NASEM Report on Marijuana”
October 07, 2024 4:20pm
The government of Ukraine recently approved a list of medical conditions that qualify for medical marijuana following the enactment of the country’s marijuana legislation by President Volodymyr Zelensky. The Ministry of Health shared a list of roughly 20 medical conditions eligible for marijuana treatment, noting that more conditions could be included later if medically approved. … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Officials in Ukraine Approve Medical Marijuana Qualifying Conditions”
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