Efficacy and safety of cannabis for treating children with refractory epilepsy

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The aim of this literature review was to examine the evidence base for the safety and efficacy of cannabis in treating children with refractory epilepsy.  Cannabis may reduce seizures in some children and young people with refractory epilepsy, however, its success may be affected by aetiology of the epilepsy or concomitant anti-epileptic drug use, and a therapeutic dose has not been found. Positive side effects were also found including improved sleep, alertness and mood.

World’s Oldest Cannabis Seed Bank Honours 73 year French activist with own variety

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Dutch company Sensi Seeds, the world’s oldest and most respected cannabis seed bank, pays official homage to Michka Seeliger-Chatelain with their latest sativa seed strain MichkaÒ. World’s Oldest Cannabis Seed Bank Honours 73 year French activist with own variety   Through her significant impact in in the cannabis community, Michka, has become known as the…

Palmetto vote makes it a unanimous city ban of medical marijuana

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Palmetto solidified a unanimous medical marijuana ban in all cities within Manatee County, becoming the fifth, and last, city to initiate a ban on dispensaries The one exception is unincorporated Manatee County, where dispensaries are allowed after the board of commissioners approved zoning dispensaries as pharmacies. Trulieve is the lone survivor of the medical marijuana…

Here’s How Much Australia Has Progressed Since It Legalised Medicinal Cannabis

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“It’s hard to think of legislation that has so adversely affected the people it was intended to help.” In the 12 months since the introduction of legal medicinal cannabis in Australia, the government’s laborious and highly-criticised legislation has resulted in frustration, anger and disenchantment for the very people it was intended to help most. The…

Regional commission on marijuana holds national consultations in Guyana

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Guyana will host consultations surrounding the use of marijuana on Nov. 6 as part of the Caribbean community’s call for “careful in-depth research” to inform decision-making on the issue. The Regional Commission on Marijuana, established by CARICOM heads of government, will hold a number of focus groups with youth, faith-based organizations and special interests groups. A…