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North Carolina Governor Forms a [High] Council on Cannabis
On June 4, North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein issued an executive order creating the North Carolina Advisory Council on Cannabis. Stein elaborated on this decision in a recent interview with WRAL News. The High Council (yes, that’s what we’re calling...

Pregnant women advised on risks of cannabis use; urged to seek support
If you are pregnant and using cannabis, it is important to be aware of the potential risks it poses to your baby's health. Cannabis use during pregnancy can affect the baby's brain development and growth from a very early stage. "Weed use can slow...

Why some Maine weed shops are struggling to expand
With eight cannabis facilities lining its Main Street, there’s no denying the marijuana industry has grown Presque Isle’s business sector. Now, the city’s first adult-use store wants to enlarge its own footprint. Full Bloom Cannabis, which...

Best CBD for Anxiety: Top 9 Picks for a Calm & Focused Day
We all know the modern world can be a stressful place, and more and more people report feeling anxious. But what can we do? In a world full of options, CBD is celebrated as one of the best natural routes to restoring calmness and composure. With...

ICE Raids California Marijuana Farms Operated By State-Licensed Business As Part Of Larger Immigration Crackdown
Marijuana farms operated by a major state-licensed business in California were raided by federal officials on Thursday. Glass House Brands Inc. said its facilities were “visited today” by officials with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)....

Best CBD for Sleep: Top 12 Picks for a Full Night’s Slumber
Remember begging to stay up late when you were a kid? Now, as adults, most of us long for more quality rest. Luckily, there are a number of natural sleep aids. CBD promotes better sleep but can also help you rest by easing anxiety and pain [1]....

Top 12 CBD for Sleep: Oils, Gummies, & Capsules That Work Fast
Nobody likes tossing and turning all night only to wake up bleary-eyed and groggy. If that’s a common experience for you, you’re not alone. More than a third of adults in the US don’t get enough sleep. But there’s hope. If you’re looking for...

A Multidisciplinary Approach to Cannabis Research: Interview with Carrie Cuttler, PhD
In our Higher Education: Research Initiatives That Deepen Our Understanding of Cannabis supplement, Cannabis Science and Technology interviewed Carrie Cuttler, PhD, Co-Director of the Center for Cannabis Policy Research and Outreach (CCPRO) at...

8 Most Trusted Shops to Buy Weed Without Getting Scammed
The oldest known written record on weed use dates back to 2727 BC. It all began with the Chinese emperor Shen Nung, who was regarded as the father of Chinese medicine. Weed use is believed to help with various issues and health conditions,...

Best Full-Spectrum CBD Oils: 5 Picks for Soothing Pain & Stress
What if you could enjoy absolute peace in a world where it can be challenging to slow down and enjoy the moment? Full-spectrum CBD oil could be the answer. CBD oil provides all of the potential benefits of cannabis without the debilitating high...

Best CBD Gummies for Anxiety: Top 10 Picks for a Stress-Free Day
Does your anxiety make it difficult to perform at work or succeed at school? Does it interfere with your relationships and hobbies? If so, it may be time to try a new approach to manage and deal with your anxiety. While there are several methods...

420 With CNW - Anxiety Tops Qualifying Conditions In Pennsylvania's Medical Marijuana Program
(MENAFN- Investor Brand Network) Pennsylvania's move to allow medical cannabis for treating anxiety has significantly influenced how the state's marijuana program functions, according to a recent University of Pittsburgh study. The broader...

Young or older, cannabis is riskier than you think
When you think of stoners, Cheech and Chong may come to mind, but chances are you don't think of your grandparents. But the number of folks over age 65 who are using (smoking or ingesting) cannabis has jumped by 45% in the past two years,...

150 Flood Victims Evicted from Durban Hotel, Forced to Sleep Outside
Approximately 150 flood victims were abruptly evicted from the Bayside Hotel in Durban’s CBD on Tuesday night, leaving them stranded on the pavement in chilly conditions. The group, many of whom include children and elderly individuals, had been...

Best CBD for Pain: Top 10 Picks for Lasting Relief & Better Mobility
Managing your pain could be as simple as adding some CBD into your daily routine. There is no need for you to do anything complicated, and no harsh side effects to deal with. CBD is a completely natural solution that fits easily and seamlessly...

Study data link cannabis use to lower risk of proliferative vitreoretinopathy after retinal detachment repair
Evidence from a new study shows that cannabis use may exert a moderately protective effect against the development of proliferative vitreoretinopathy (PVR) after repair of retinal detachments (RDs),1 according to first author Ahmed M....

Bipartisan Senators Agree To Delay Planned Federal Hemp Product Ban For One Year
A powerful Senate committee has approved a bill that contains provisions hemp industry stakeholders say would devastate the market by banning consumable hemp products with any “quantifiable” amount of THC. However, bipartisan members agreed to...

New CU study finds nearly half of cannabis flower products are inaccurately labeled
DENVER — Nearly half of cannabis flower products sold in Colorado are inaccurately labeled, according to a new University of Colorado Boulder study. The study analyzed 277 products ,including 178 flower products and 99 smokeable concentrates. It...

Cannabis In The Soundtrack Of Rebellion And Reflection
New York, NY (Top40 Charts) Music and cannabis have always shared a certain rhythm. Not just the kind you feel in your chest at a concert or hear pouring through headphones—but something deeper. For generations, weed has moved in lockstep with the...

Marijuana Use During Adolescence Distorts the Path to Identity
4 Reading Time: 5 minutesWhat role does marijuana play during adolescence in gender dysphoria? These two issues might seem unrelated, but I believe I am seeing a relationship between marijuana use and gender dysphoria in the work I do with gender...