Oct 22 2024
A retrospective study published in the Asian Spine Journal suggests that patients with a history of cannabis use may require fewer opioids after lumbar fusion surgery. Conducted by researchers from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, University of Illinois, Yale School of Medicine, and the University of Cincinnati School of Medicine, the purpose of …
Oct 22 2024
Minnesota is gearing up for the launch of its recreational marijuana market in 2025. The state’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has released a draft of the regulations outlining how licensed marijuana businesses will operate once the legal market is up and running, which the group says is still on track for next year, likely …
Oct 21 2024
According to the results of a new study, phytocannabinoids derived from marijuana, cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), may help manage emotional comorbidities often associated with epilepsy, including anxiety and fear responses. Researchers observed that seizures led to increased anxiety- and fear-like behaviors in rats, but these effects were reversed by administering CBD (via vapor) and …
Oct 21 2024
A study published recently in the peer reviewed journal Molecular Psychiatry found that psilocybin, a psychedelic compound, may help reduce heroin-seeking behavior. Researchers from Temple University conducted experiments to investigate the potential therapeutic effects of psilocybin on opioid addiction, particularly focusing on relapse behavior following heroin self-administration. In the study, rats were given heroin at …
Oct 21 2024
New polling reveals that half of Utah voters now back the full legalization of recreational marijuana. Conducted by Noble Predictive Insights and funded by the Utah Patients Coalition, the survey found that 50% of voters in the state support legalizing recreational cannabis. An additional 38% of respondents favor medical cannabis only, while just 9% believe …
Oct 21 2024
The Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops has released a public policy statement officially endorsing the No on Amendment 3 campaign, which is being led by Governor Ron DeSantis (R). “Legalizing marijuana makes it more accessible, removes the criminal penalties and stigma attributable to it, and creates the impression that it is safe to use”, states …
Oct 21 2024
Alaska’s executive director of the Alaska Alcohol & Marijuana Control Office (AMCO), the state’s top marijuana and alcohol regulator, has resigned. Joan Wilson has officially resigned from her role and is set to take on a new position as a judge in the Office of Administrative Hearings. Her new agency will oversee disputes and challenges …
Oct 21 2024
Trulieve Cannabis Corp, a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the U.S., recently announced the opening of a new medical cannabis dispensary in Orlando, Florida. A grand opening celebration will be held for the new outlet (7225 West Colonial Drive, Unit 100) on Friday, October 25, beginning at 9 a.m., featuring music, specials, discounts, and …
Oct 21 2024
Next month, four states will consider initiatives to legalize recreational or medical marijuana. Below is a breakdown of these four measures, provided by the Marijuana Policy Project.
Oct 21 2024
Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) has announced her support for Massachusetts’ Question 4, a ballot initiative that would legalize certain psychedelics. During a debate with Republican challenger John Deaton, Warren expressed cautious support for the measure, highlighting the importance of taking time to implement thoughtful regulations. Deaton opposed the initiative, arguing that Massachusetts should prioritize addressing …
