Why You Think Weed Is Bad (And Why You’re Wrong) Written by Morgana LeBold
I grew up in a strict household. My parents were an interesting blend of hippie and conservative, and my education about drugs went as far as “Don’t do them.”
Orrin Hatch Hails the Benefits Of Medical Marijuana Written by Amanda Terkel, Jennifer Bendery
WASHINGTON ― Sen. Orrin Hatch (R), the 83-year-old conservative senator from Utah, made a strong case Wednesday for more federal research into the benefits of medical marijuana.
CBD Promoted as Breakthrough Treatment at 32ND International Epilepsy Congress
The 32ND International Epilepsy Congress was held in Barcelona, Spain, this past week, and CBD products were a prominent part of the conversation throughout the event.
Court: Roadside drunken driving tests not valid for pot Written by Associated Press
BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts’ highest court ruled Tuesday that field sobriety tests typically used in drunken-driving cases cannot be treated as conclusive evidence that a motorist was operating under the influence of marijuana.
Growing Clean Cannabis to Pass California’s New Rules Written by John Geluradi
Local grower Joseph Snow has developed a natural farming method that he says will meet California’s new mandate for cannabis to be free of pesticides, fungus, and mold.
Marijuana Use During Pregnancy Does Not Increase Birth Risk, Study Finds Written by Mary Pascaline
Researchers found that smoking marijuana during pregnancy doesn’t increase the risk of adverse birth outcomes like preterm birth or the birth of a baby with low weight. However, the findings do not encourage or condone marijuana use when pregnant.
Could cannabis supplements help your pets? Written by Al Woods
When a pet becomes ill, it can be hard to know what to do. Many owners are weary of giving their pet pharmaceuticals and potentially harmful chemicals.
Will California Cannabis Regulations Be Too Burdensome? Written by Amber Iris Langston
The world is watching as California comes into the main fold this next year with a full adult legalization policy. The enormity of the market, matched with global regional brand recognition, and California’s propensity for bureaucracy make an interesting confluence for cannabis.
Cannabis (medical marijuana) treatment for motor and non-motor symptoms of Parkinson disease: an open-label observational study
The use of cannabis as a therapeutic agent for various medical conditions has been well documented. However, clinical trials in patients with Parkinson disease (PD) have yielded conflicting results. The aim of the present open-label observational study was to assess the clinical effect of cannabis on motor and non-motor symptoms of PD. The study suggests that cannabis might have a place in the therapeutic armamentarium of PD. Larger, controlled studies are needed to verify the results.
Medical Professionals Brace for Cannabis Prep for Public Effects of Legal Recreational Pot Written by Kelsey Brugger
A group of about 30 law enforcement, medical, and treatment professionals met behind closed doors Wednesday at Cottage Hospital to brace for the full legalization of cannabis.