New research published in Journal of Neurochemistry finds that cannabidiol (CBD) may protect against neuronal death in epilepsy by inhibiting neurotoxic reactive astrocytes, a subtype …
Study: Mouthwash With CBD and Spilanthol Significantly Improves Oral Health Markers in Gingivitis Patients
A new study published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine found that mouthwash containing cannabidiol (CBD) and spilanthol significantly improved oral health markers in patients …
Study: One-Third of Cancer Patients Report Marijuana Use, Most Discuss With Healthcare Providers
A significant portion of cancer patients regularly consume cannabis, according to new research. “Given the potential positive and negative impacts of cannabis use during cancer …
Study Finds Psilocybin Linked to Significant Reduction in Suicidal Ideation
According to a systematic review published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine, psilocybin use is associated with a significant reduction in suicidal ideation. Researchers from …
Tennessee Legislature Approves Bill to Extend Medical Cannabis Commission 118 to 1, Sends Measure to Governor
The Tennessee Legislature has approved a bill to extend the state’s Medical Cannabis Commission until June 30, 2029, sending it to Governor Bill Lee for …
U.S. Legal Marijuana Sales Reach $1.97 Billion in February, With Per-Day Sales Up 6% From January
The legal recreational cannabis industry across the United States garnered $1.97 billion in total sales in February. February’s sales reflect a slight decrease from the …
Mississippi Senate Finance Committee Approves House-Backed Bill to Impose 15% Excise Tax on Kratom
Mississippi House Bill 1896, which would impose a 15% excise tax on kratom products, has been approved by the state’s Senate Finance Committee. The measure, …
Maryland Senate Approves Bill Protecting Fire and Rescue Workers From Employment Penalties for Medical Marijuana Use
The Maryland Senate has approved legislation to protect fire and rescue workers from employment penalties for medical marijuana use, passing Senate Bill 1023 with a …
Illinois Lawmakers Schedule Public Hearing on Kratom Consumer Protection Act
A key committee in the Illinois House of Representatives has scheduled a public hearing on a bill dubbed the “Kratom Consumer Protection Act”. Filed on …
Mother of Five From Milwaukee Deported to Laos Over Marijuana Conviction, Now Stranded Without Medical Care
A Hmong American mother of five has been deported from Milwaukee to Laos—a nation she has never been to—following a prison sentence tied to a …
Vermont Marijuana Sales Reach $11.38 Million in January, 9% Increase From Previous Year
Vermont’s legal marijuana market recorded $11.38 million in sales in January, according to data from the state’s Department of Taxes. January’s sales total resulted in …
Illinois Committee Schedules Public Hearing on Bill to Restrict Vehicle Searches Over Cannabis Odor
A public hearing has been scheduled for House Bill 2585 on March 18 at 2 p.m. in Room D-1 of the Stratton Building, where it …
