Tag: medical marijuana
Department of Consumer Affairs Announces Appointments to Cannabis Advisory Committee
(PRESS RELEASE) SACRAMENTO – The Department of Consumer Affairs today announced the members of the state’s new Cannabis Advisory Committee under the Bureau of...
Are You Ready to Rock Recreational Marijuana?
As recreational marijuana markets roll out, how will the Green Rush change retail?
Those not lucky enough to be there in person saw the media...
Colorado’s Native Roots Helps Hurricane Victims
DENVER – Colorado dispensary chain Native Roots has raised $15,750 to help hurricane relief efforts for victims of Harvey, Irma, and Maria, and will...
Looking for Training in Medical Marijuana? Michigan may be able to Help
The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs is offering educational forums for entrepreneurs looking to get into the state's medical marijuana industry.
Those looking to...
Medical Marijuana Patients Decrease Dependency on Prescription Drugs
A study found that medical marijuana patients in Illinois were able to reduce or eliminate the use of traditional prescription medication.
Marijuana may be a...
The FDA may Look Into Claims of Marijuana’s Health Benefits
The FDA Commissioner, Scott Gottlieb, implied the agency may start cracking down on companies claiming unsubstantiated benefits of medical marijuana.
Getting the FDA to admit...
Medical Marijuana Dispensary Asks for Official Edible Policy From Florida Authorities
Surterra Wellness, a medical marijuana dispensary in Florida wants clarity on marijuana edible regulations so they can begin providing them to their patients.
A petition...
Medical Cannabis Research in Israel Shows Promise for Autism Patients
Israeli Agriculture Ministry today recognized medical cannabis as a legitimate crop
JERUSALEM—Two clinical trials being conducted by Dr. Adi Aran and researchers at Shaare Zedek...
About a Quarter of Seattle Cancer Patients use Medical Marijuana to Cope With Symptoms
A recent study found that patients are seeking advice outside of the traditional medical community and using marijuana to ease pain, nausea, and other...
Vast Majority of Physicians Not Prepared to Recommend Medical Marijuana
Physicians are rarely exposed to the benefits and risks of medical marijuana as med schools typically do not cover it.
Medical marijuana is already legal...
