Researchers in Toronto are delving deeper into how cannabis enhances users’ musical experiences with a new study set to run through early 2025. Building on their 2023 findings that marijuana boosts enjoyment of music, the team has partnered with Club Lit, a downtown cannabis consumption lounge, to survey consumers in a real-world setting. The goal […]
New legislation introduced in Florida seeks to protect public workers who use medical marijuana legally, preventing them from facing discrimination in government employment. The bill, HB 83, was introduced on Friday by Rep. Mitch Rosenwald (D) and would make it illegal for public employers to take actions such as firing, refusing to hire, or demoting
On January 1, 2025, Kentucky officially launched its highly anticipated medical cannabis program, marking a significant milestone for the state. The program, which allows state-registered patients to access cannabis medicine, has been years in the making and is the product of diligent planning by the Office of Cannabis Medicine (OCM). As part of the preparatory
Health officials in France have announced an extension of the country’s experimental medical cannabis program until July 31, 2025. Originally set to expire on December 31, 2024, the program, which began in March 2021, has been extended in order to further study the effects of medical cannabis on patients suffering from chronic diseases. The initial
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Montgomery County, Maryland, is facing difficulties in recruiting law enforcement officers due to overly strict hiring regulations regarding past cannabis use, as reported by FOX5DC. County Executive Marc Elrich recently highlighted the challenges, noting that while the county has seen a 7% decrease in overall crime in 2024, there are still significant concerns about police
New York’s adult-use cannabis industry has officially surpassed $1 billion in sales since the program’s launch in 2022, according to the latest report from the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM). This significant milestone underscores the state’s dedication to creating a thriving, equitable market while meeting consumer demand. The state has issued or provisionally approved more
Ohio’s cannabis industry could be facing significant changes as the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control (ODCC) has proposed a new set of regulations that would restrict certain advertising methods and allow for the sale of pre-rolls at adult-use dispensaries. The proposed rule package, which aims to further regulate the growing market, includes provisions aimed at
The Rutgers Institute for Health, Health Care Policy, and Aging Research has been awarded a $686,376 grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) to explore the therapeutic benefits of medical use and investigate potential side effects and health risks. Led by Tammy Chung, a psychiatry professor at Rutgers Health, the research aims to
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Kentucky reached a major milestone in its medical program this week, as the Office of Medical Cannabis (OCM) held its final dispensary licensing lottery. The event saw 12 licenses awarded to applicants from a competitive pool of over 4,000 dispensary submissions. This marks the conclusion of the state’s dispensary licensing process under the current framework,
Connecticut’s cannabis flower prices have hit an all-time low this year, dropping to $10.86 per gram, according to the latest data from the Department of Consumer Protection (DCP). While this isn’t the lowest price seen since the launch of adult-use sales in the state, it marks a notable decrease following a period of price fluctuations
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