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ThursdayOct 03, 2019 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Five Benefits of Marijuana to Seniors

Our bodies demand more care as we age. By the year 2030, one estimate suggests that the number of seniors with some ailment will be double the current number. This equates to 15 million senior citizens. The forecast prompted the search of ways in which cannabis can help improve the lives of the elderly. The good thing is that cannabis is still considered as a newcomer in the medical field, so it has a lot of untapped potential. It is not a wonder to see more research on the effects of marijuana and its impact on the elderly in the…

ThursdayOct 03, 2019 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Marijuana Legalization Bill Introduced in Pennsylvania

Just a few days after Gov. Tom Wolf (D) announced that he was now in support of legalizing recreational marijuana, a bill has been filed in the state Assembly seeking to create a state-run system through which recreational marijuana can be brought to the state. Under the legislation introduced by Rep. David Delloso (D), adults 21 or older can possess, consume, purchase and even cultivate marijuana through a stores system run by the state through the Liquor Control Commission. The text of this proposed law states that the legalization of marijuana is being sought in order to enhance the best…

WednesdayOct 02, 2019 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Five Reasons Pennsylvania is Experiencing a Medical Marijuana Drought

A 21-year-old Dalton Hunsberger, who has Perkasie man’s epilepsy, uses medical marijuana to treat his seizures, nausea, and anxiety. However, according to his mother, it has been a challenge accessing the medicine for the past two months, because it sells out the minute it gets to the dispensaries. According to several dispensary owners, Pennsylvania is on the brink of medical marijuana drought, which has prompted dispensaries to ration marijuana sales. A dispensary in Fishtown, Restore Integrative Health Care, has issued a limit of 7g limit per patient every day, 14g limit per day at Keystone in South Philadelphia and 28g…

WednesdayOct 02, 2019 4:20 am

420 with CNW – A New Study Aims to Find if Marijuana Can be Used to Treat Symptoms of Autism

Montefiore Medical Center in New York is conducting a clinical trial which will examine the effects of cannabidivarin (CBDV) on the level of irritation and repetitive behaviors in autistic children. Cannabidivarin is a compound of marijuana that is nonpsychoactive and does not induce highness upon consumption. GW Pharmaceuticals grows the cannabis to be used during the research. The company occupies 47-plus acres in the English countryside and is the first drug company to develop cannabis-related medicine which was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Two rare types of epilepsy are treated using the drug. Dr Sanjay Gupta, who…

TuesdayOct 01, 2019 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Five Reasons Medical Marijuana is Overshadowing Recreational Marijuana in the Market

The cannabis industry has created a buzz on Wall Street over the years. This is attributed due to the increased potential of legal marijuana. Arcview Market Research and BDS Analytics released a report on the state of legal marijuana market, which shows that between the year 2014 and 2018, global sales of legal weed in licensed stores tripled. After investing in the weed industry Wall Street is predicting that on the lower side, annual sales will be $50 billion or $200 billion on the higher side in the next ten years. If their estimate is correct, the marijuana sector will…

TuesdayOct 01, 2019 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Cannabis Expo in West Michigan Set to Educate Consumers and Businesses about the Marijuana Industry

The WMCE (West Michigan Cannabis Expo) will be all things marijuana. It is a two-day event, that will be held at DeltaPlex Arena in Grand Rapids. The event which will be having 60 booths plus is a perfect opportunity for consumers, businesses and other professionals in the cannabis industry to showcase their products and services. It is also an avenue for learning more about the marijuana industry. The expo also aims to help businesses to develop new leads, strengthen their relationship with their clients and customers, and market their organization. Some of those who will be in attendance include a…

MondaySep 30, 2019 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Lower Doses of Marijuana may be more Effective in Improving Libido

Weed budtenders’ advice to new marijuana users is to start slow and go slow on marijuana. This ensures that they do not overdose and they are responsible for their usage. The budtenders’ mantra is the topic of discussion in a new paper that reviews currents studies on sex and how it is affected by marijuana consumption. Research on the effects of marijuana have been taking place over the years, and according to the review authors, most of the studies suggest that desire is affected by the level of dosage. The studies indicate that consuming lower doses of marijuana improves your…

MondaySep 30, 2019 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Pennsylvania Governor Wolf Announces His Support for Recreational Marijuana Legalization

In a press conference on Wednesday, Tom Wolf, Pennsylvania Governor accompanied by Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, announced his support for the legalization of adult-use recreational marijuana. In his announcement, he included the final report from Lt. Governor John Fetterman’s statewide tour on recreational marijuana legalization. He also proposed the next steps to be taken after reviewing the input submitted by the citizens from the 67 counties who attended their listening sessions or reverted via their online platform. In his announcement, Governor Wolf said that Lt.Governor Fetterman fulfilled his promise of touring all the 67 counties in Pennsylvania to get the…

FridaySep 27, 2019 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – A Historic Vote Approves the Marijuana Banking Bill in the House

On Wednesday, the House of Representatives made history by passing a standalone cannabis reform bill. The bill aims to protect financial institutions and ancillary firms that provide services to legitimate marijuana companies in the United States. The legislation would guarantee stability and security to the multibillion-dollar marijuana industry as well as ensuring public safety. A vote of 321 passed The Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act. All Democrats but one voted for the bill while 91 Republicans voted for the bill and 102 opposed it. For the bill to pass, it required a two-thirds majority of the House to…

FridaySep 27, 2019 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Four Easy Steps to Getting Your Arizona Medical Marijuana Card in 2019

In 2013, Phoenix New Times published an article showing people the step by step process of getting their Arizona Medical Marijuana Card. After August 27 of 2019, a new law signed by Governor Doug of Arizona allows patients, caregivers and pharmacy agents to access the medical marijuana card at half the cost. The card gives them the privilege of obtaining medical marijuana for two years instead of one. The card is accessible by almost every resident of Arizona; therefore, if you are a marijuana consumer, make it a priority to get one of these out-of-jail free cards. Marijuana possession and…