A new study published in Biochemistry and Cell Biology finds that psilocybin may offer protective effects against skin aging caused by high-glucose and high-lipid diets. Researchers at the University of Lethbridge found that psilocybin helped preserve cellular health in fibroblasts exposed to stress conditions linked to oxidative damage, inflammation, and collagen breakdown.
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Ohio House Republicans Plan Bill to Allow THC Drinks, Direct Marijuana Tax Revenue to Cities
Ohio House Republicans are preparing to introduce legislation that would allow stores and breweries to sell THC-infused beverages while prohibiting nearly all other forms of “intoxicating hemp” products. The proposal, which was shared with News 5 Cleveland, an ABC affiliate, would also ensure that cities receive tax revenue generated by marijuana dispensary sales. The measure …
Study: CBD Reduces Pain and Itching in Children With Recessive Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa
A study published today by the British Journal of Dermatology has found that cannabidiol (CBD) can significantly reduce pain and itching in children with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB), a rare genetic disorder that causes fragile skin and chronic wounds. The study followed 10 patients between the ages of 2 and 17, all of whom …
La Crosse County, Wisconsin Lowers Marijuana Possession Fine to Just $1
Lawmakers in La Crosse County, Wisconsin, have drastically reduced its fine for marijuana possession, cutting the penalty down to just $1. The change was approved Thursday night in an 18 to 11 vote by the County Board. Supervisor Monica Kruse supported the measure, arguing that continuing to impose significant penalties for marijuana possession makes little …
Delaware Officials Warn of Fake Cannabis Dispensary Scam Targeting University of Delaware
The Delaware Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement (DATE) is warning residents about a fraudulent marijuana operation in Newark that is attempting to pass itself off as a licensed dispensary. Officials say counterfeit business cards and flyers have been circulating around the University of Delaware and nearby neighborhoods, claiming to represent Fresh Delaware, a legitimate …
THC May Help Protect Against HIV-Related Neuroinflammation, Study Finds
A new study published in Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience finds that THC could help reduce chronic neuroinflammation in people living with HIV by protecting brain-supporting cells known as astrocytes. Researchers from the Louisiana Cancer Research Center and Tulane University School of Medicine tested the effects of THC in macaque models exposed to HIV-like proteins. They …
Tilray Celebrates Seven Years of Legal Marijuana in Canada, Maintains Top Market Position
Tilray Brands is marking the seventh anniversary of marijuana legalization in Canada by highlighting its role as the country’s leading cannabis company by revenue. Canada legalized marijuana nationwide on October 17, 2018, becoming the first G7 nation to do so. Since then, Tilray has grown into the market leader with a portfolio that includes Aphria, …
Two of Three New York Mayoral Candidates Say They’ve Purchased Cannabis From a Legal Shop
In a debate held yesterday, two of the three candidates running to be the next mayor of New York City answered in the affirmative when asked if they’ve purchased cannabis from a legal shop. At the conclusion of the two-hour NBC New York debate, one of the moderators asked “Have you ever purchased anything in …
Massachusetts Bill to Protect Gun Rights for Medical Marijuana Patients Set for Public Hearing on October 31
Legislation to protect the second amendment rights of medical cannabis patients is moving forward in the Massachusetts Legislature, with a public hearing scheduled for October 31, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. in Gardner Auditorium. The hearing, which will give both the public and lawmakers an opportunity to speak on the bill, will be held before the …
Vermont Marijuana Sales Hit Record High in August, Year-to-Date Totals Climb
Vermont marijuana sales surged to a new monthly record in August, with taxable sales reaching $13.64 million and generating $1.91 million in excise taxes. The August figure marks the highest month of cannabis sales since the launch of Vermont’s regulated market, edging past July’s $13.22 million.
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