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As the U.N. Reclassifies Cannabis, Landmark Study Shows CBD Does Not Impair Driving
As UN declassifies cannabis, researchers in a landmark study show cannabidiol (CBD) does not impair driving-and THC effects fade in hours.
Hemp is Already Being Used in Walls and Insulation as a Game-Changer in Construction Industry
"Hempcrete," made from the woody core of hemp, is showing promise as an environmentally friendly building material.
Trying to Stop the Epidemic of Veteran Suicides, Plant Medicine Company Builds Mental Wellness Value Chain
Canada's Allied Corp offers CBD, cannabis, and psilocybin products and healing retreats for veterans and first responders suffering ptsd.
Georgia Lab Experiments Shows CBD Reduces Plaque And Improves Cognition in Early Onset Alzheimer's
High doses of CBD helped restore function of proteins key to reducing the build up of beta-amyloid plaque, a hallmark of Alzheimer's.
Cannabis Compound Inhibits COVID-19 Replication in Human Lung Cells, Study Says
A pre-print study found CBD from cannabis prevented COVID-19 viral RNA expression, and reversed changes in lung cells brought on by the virus.
First-of-its-Kind Clinical Study Finds That Microdosing THC Can Reduce Chronic Pain
By consuming a few 500 micrograms doses of THC per day, study participants experienced marked pain relief—all without the psychoactive side effects.
Nevada Bans Discrimination Against Any Job Seekers Testing Positive for Marijuana Except in Public Safety
This first-of-its-kind piece of legislation will protect thousands of marijuana users from facing potential discrimination while applying for jobs.
Luxembourg Becomes the First European Country to Legalize Growing and Consuming Cannabis
Luxembourg becomes the first European country to allow citizens to grow and consume their own cannabis, and to carry on their person
U.S. DEA is Finally Allowing Companies to Grow Their Own Cannabis for Scientific Research
The DEA has granted 33 entities legal approval to produce weed for national research purposes, ending the agency's 50 year monopoly.
Cannabis Products With High THC Levels Do 'Cut Chronic Pain'
Cannabis products containing the active ingredient THC do relieve chronic pain in the short term, scientists have revealed.
Cannabis And Pancreatic Cancer: Botanical Drug Kills 100% Of Cancer Cells
A drug based on an extract of Cyathus striatus fungus and a cannabinoid extract from the cannabis plant has eliminated 100% of pancreatic cancer cells.
Cannabis Could Hold the Key to Preventing Neurodegenerative Diseases Like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's
Cannabis could hold the key to preventing neurodegenerative diseases— including Parkinson's and Alzheimer's, scientists have discovered.
World's Largest Real-Life Study on CBD Products Finds Improvements in Pain, Anxiety, and Sleep
History's largest real world study produced stunning results on the use of commercially-available CBD products by 3,000 participants.
Stoners on Social Media Are Mobilizing a Massive Litter Clean-Up Initiative
Hundreds of social media users have joined in on the #StonerCleanupInitiative as a means of cleaning up their own "green" spaces.
Canada Becomes First Western Nation to Legalize Marijuana
The bill's approval is being hailed as a "historic milestone for progressive policy in Canada."
Clinical Research Begins On Cannabis Inhalers Offering Immediate Pain Relief to Cancer Patients in Israel Who Can't Smoke
Research may soon support a new level of immediate pain relief to cancer patients and people suffering from chronic pain in Israel.
Marijuana Fills Dire Medical Needs of Families; Science, States Try to Catch Up
Unthinkable two decades ago, parents are fighting for their children's right to use marijuana – and many legislators are standing with them. Here's the latest...
New Bill in Congress Today Allows States to Legalize Pot
Congressmen Barney Frank (D-MA) and Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul (R-TX) will introduce a bill in the US Congress today that would allow each state to decide for itself whether to legalize marijuana.
Decriminalize Drug Use, Say Experts After Six-year Study
A six-year study of Britain's drug laws by leading scientists, police officers, academics and experts has concluded it is time to introduce decriminalization. The report by the UK Drug Policy Commission says no serious rise in consumption is likely if possession of small amounts of controlled substances are allowed.
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