The Texas House of Representatives passed a bill aimed at significantly expanding the state’s medical use program, according to a report by the Texas Tribune. The legislation, House Bill 46, was introduced by Rep. Ken King (R) and passed with bipartisan support. If enacted, the bill would add chronic pain and Crohn’s disease to the […]
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The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a challenge to Mississippi’s near-total ban on medical cannabis advertising, leaving in place a lower court ruling that upheld the state’s restrictions. The decision is a significant blow to dispensary owners like Clarence Cocroft, who argued the advertising ban violates his First Amendment rights. Cocroft, the owner
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A recent meta-analysis published in Frontiers of Oncology is making waves in both the medical and wellness communities. The study—funded by Cancer Playbook and led by Ryan Castle, research director at Whole Health Oncology Institute—reviewed more than 10,000 research articles and found a surprising degree of consensus: medical cannabis has the potential to significantly relieve
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Michigan’s Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) is considering new rules that would allow licensed businesses to collect and recycle used vape products—an effort aimed at improving environmental sustainability within the state’s fast-growing industry. CRA Executive Director Brian Hanna told Metro Times that the proposed initiative stems directly from concerns raised by businesses over the past two
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A new federally funded study published in JAMA Network Open has revealed that removing marijuana use as a reason to order urine drug screenings during pregnancy leads to improved racial equity in testing and reporting to child protective services (CPS). The report also indicates no significant association between this change and neonatal outcomes, further supporting
New research published in the journal Clinical Advances in Dental Medicine and Oral Health has revealed promising results for a mouthwash containing cannabidiol (CBD) and spilanthol, a botanical extract. The study suggests that this innovative mouthwash can help promote oral health, reduce plaque buildup, control bacteria, and reduce inflammation, all while offering potential benefits beyond
A recent study published in Global Advances in Integrative Medicine and Health reveals that 40% of military veterans suffering from chronic pain use marijuana as a treatment. The survey, conducted among 52 veterans enrolled in the Veterans Health Administration (VA) primary care, found that cannabis is widely used for addressing pain, mobility issues, and sleep
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The U.S. Department of Energy is funding a groundbreaking $5 million study to explore the agricultural benefits of hemp cultivation and biochar, a charcoal-based mixture used to improve soil health. This six-year project will be a joint effort between researchers from Western Washington University, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, and the University of Connecticut. The study
A study released by AAA this month reveals concerning statistics about cannabis use and driving, with nearly 85% of cannabis consumers admitting to driving on the same day as consumption. Of those, 53% reported consuming a cannabis product an hour or less before driving. Surprisingly, 46.9% said their driving habits remained unchanged after consumption, while
Alabama State University (ASU), a historically Black college and university (HBCU), has announced the launch of cannabis education certificate programs. These programs will cover topics such as Cannabis Healthcare and Medicine, Cannabis Agriculture and Horticulture, the Business of Cannabis, Cannabis Compliance and Risk Management, and Cannabis Product Development and Design. ASU becomes one of only
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