A new animal study published by Psychopharmacology found that cannabidiol (CBD) administered into a specific region of the brain reduced neuropathic pain, as well as anxiety- and depression-like behaviors associated with the condition. For the study, researchers from multiple colleges and institutions in Brazil examined whether CBD could influence chronic neuropathic pain by targeting the …
North Carolina Senate Approves Bill Restricting Hemp-Derived THC Products, Kratom and Xylazine to Governor
North Carolina’s Senate has given final approval to legislation that would impose new restrictions on hemp-derived consumable products, approving changes to the bill that were approved by a conference committee. If the House gives the proposal one final vote of approval it will be senate to Governor Josh Stein for consideration. The measure is sponsored …
Idaho Medical Marijuana Legalization Initiative Moves to Final Review for 2026 Ballot
The campaign to legalize medical marijuana in Idaho has submitted its county-verified petition signatures to the Idaho Secretary of State’s Office, marking the final stage of the state’s initiative review process. The Natural Medicine Alliance of Idaho said the signatures have now been sent to the state for a final statewide review, which will determine …
DOJ Urges Appeals Court to Reject Attempt to Block Marijuana Rescheduling Order
The U.S. Department of Justice is urging a federal appeals court to reject an attempt to pause an order that moved certain marijuana products from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act. In a brief filed Thursday with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, DOJ argued that the challengers …
Oregon Marijuana Sales Reach $450 Million in First Half of 2026, Pushing All-Time Total to $8.56 Billion
Oregon’s legal marijuana market sold $75,642,892 worth of products in June, bringing the state’s total for the first half of 2026 to $450,192,062. The new monthly total pushes Oregon’s all-time legal marijuana sales to approximately $8.562 billion. June’s sales total was down slightly from May’s $77,304,123, but remained in line with recent months, continuing a …
Utah Medical Cannabis Sales Top $100 Million in First Half of 2026
Utah medical cannabis sales reached $16.4 million in June, bringing the state’s total for the first half of 2026 to $100.4 million, according to the newest monthly report from the Utah Department of Health and Human Services. The June total, $16,442,800, was based on product-category sales listed in the state’s report. The figure includes $8,021,300 …
Medical Cannabis Products Linked to Improved Anxiety, Sleep and Quality of Life in Autistic Adults
According to a study published in Neuropsychopharmacology Reports, cannabis-based medicinal products were associated with improvements in anxiety, sleep quality and health-related quality of life among autistic adults over an 18-month period. The study was conducted by researchers from King’s College London, Imperial College London, South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust and St. George’s Hospital …
THC-CBD Treatment Reduced Restless Legs Syndrome Severity in New Study
A new study published in the Journal of Neurology found that a treatment containing 2.7 mg of THC and 2.5 mg of CBD was associated with significant reductions in restless legs syndrome severity, with improvements maintained for up to one year among patients who remained on the therapy. The study was conducted by researchers from …
Trulieve Marks Georgia Medical Cannabis Expansion With First Sale of Flower and Vape Products
Trulieve Cannabis Corp. today commemorated the expansion of Georgia’s medical cannabis program with a ceremonial first sale at its Marietta dispensary, marking the first time certain flower and vaporization products are available to patients in the state. The first purchase was made by retired Army veteran Desi Cleveland and included a Roll One Clutch All …
CBD Mouthwash May Help Control Dental Biofilm Without Damaging Enamel, Study Finds
A study published today in Clinical Oral Investigations found that a cannabidiol-based mouthwash may help control dental biofilm without damaging enamel, suggesting CBD could serve as a potential alternative to chlorhexidine in certain oral care products. The study was conducted by researchers from the University of São Paulo and the Federal University of Uberlândia. Researchers …
