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TuesdayOct 30, 2018 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Three Studies Give Further Proof of Marijuana’s Effect on Opioid Crisis

A trio of scientific studies has provided further proof that legalizing marijuana can reduce the opioid crisis facing America. At first glance, it may appear that legalizing marijuana will increase opioid overdoses. However, the studies conducted gathered data that proves otherwise. Arthritis Sufferers Who Underwent Reconstructive Surgery Used Fewer Opioids if Cannabis Was Accessible A new study whose findings appeared in the Journal of Orthopedic Proceedings analyzed the toxicological tests of more than 520 patients. The tests in question were conducted between 2012 and 2017. The researchers found that patients who used cannabis before undergoing reconstructive surgery to repair joints…

TuesdayOct 30, 2018 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Latest Gallup Poll Shows that More Americans Want Marijuana Legalized

It has been repeated time and again how polarized Americans are in recent times, but there is one thing upon there seems to be agreement among the young and old, Democrats and Republicans, that is, the issue of cannabis legalization. A Gallup poll that was conducted recently reveals that two out of every three voters you count thinks that marijuana prohibition should come to an end. The most significant groups to have registered a rise in support for decriminalization are the older Americans and Republicans. These groups were the least likely to favor legalization in past polls. Support for legalization…

MondayOct 29, 2018 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Study Shows that Marijuana Ingredient Lowers Public Speaking Anxiety

A randomized, double-blind study in Brazil has found that individuals who suffer from public speaking anxiety can be helped by consuming cannabidiol (CBD). The findings of this study were released in the Brazilian Journal of Psychiatry. Some 57 participants were recruited to take part in this study. These participants were divided into four groups with each group being given a placebo, 150mg, 300mg or 600mg of cannabidiol (CBD). The researchers asked the participants to watch a short video and then prepare a four-minute speech based on the material in that video. Those participants were then asked to self-assess on the…

MondayOct 29, 2018 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Lithuania Joins List of EU Nations Where Medical Cannabis is Legal

The parliament of Lithuania has passed a law that will make it possible for patients who want to be treated with marijuana to get such treatment. This new law will become operational on May 1, 2019. An overwhelming majority (nearly unanimous) of legislators voted in for this law. No legislator voted against the proposal while one lawmaker abstained. Any company intending to sell medical cannabis once the new law takes effect will need to get a license from the relevant regulator in the country. The passing of the law which legalized medical cannabis necessitated that some existing laws, such as…

FridayOct 26, 2018 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Research Finds That Cannabis Helps Crohn’s Disease Sufferers

A team of Israeli researchers has confirmed that cannabis oil can improve the symptoms caused by Crohn’s disease. The researchers made their findings public at the 2018 UEG Week (United European Gastroenterology) that has just ended in Vienna. The event was held from October 20-24. The lead researcher of the randomized, placebo-controlled study was Dr. Timna Naftali. He revealed at the UEG Week that their study was the very first to investigate the impact of cannabis on Crohn’s disease. The researchers studied 46 individuals who were divided into two groups during the study. One group was given cannabis oil while…

FridayOct 26, 2018 4:20 am

420 with CNW – California Proposes Tough Changes to Marijuana Regulations

The Bureau of Cannabis Control, together with the Department of Public Health and the Department of Food and Agriculture in California have released an updated draft set of rules that will form the permanent regulations which will govern the cannabis industry in the state. The public has been invited to provide its input to that draft so that the regulators can finalize the document in early December. Public comments will be received until November 5. Experts say the draft contains a number of “bombs” that will have a major impact on the way the industry operates. For example, the draft…

ThursdayOct 25, 2018 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Canada Hit by Shortages after Cannabis Legalization

As had been predicted by analysts, supplies of recreational marijuana could not meet the massive demand for the product even for the first day when retail outlets opened. The shortages did not discriminate between online stores and brick and mortar outlets since both were equally hit. Long queues could be seen outside the retail stores as clients waited to enter the premises and buy cannabis to celebrate legalization day. However, many people were turned away as the stores sold out everything that they had stocked ahead of the opening day. It isn’t known how quickly these shortages will be resolved.…

ThursdayOct 25, 2018 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Poll Suggests North Dakota Will Legalize Marijuana Next Month

A new opinion poll in North Dakota is suggesting that those in favor of legalizing recreational marijuana will take the day when the matter is voted upon during the midterm polls next month. This ballot measure comes after the state legalized medical marijuana two years ago and implementation is set to start next year. Measure 3 is expected to legalize cannabis for adult use without any limits on how much marijuana someone can possess or grow. The minimum age limit for this adult consumption has been set at 21. The measure also seeks to expunge all marijuana convictions and protect…

WednesdayOct 24, 2018 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Congressman Releases Plan to Decriminalize Marijuana After Midterm Elections

A leading Democratic Congressman has revealed his plan to get legislation passed to end cannabis prohibition in case the Democrats take control of Congress after the midterm elections. Rep. Earl Blumenauer echoed the sentiments of many around the country when he said that Congress was currently disconnected from the wishes of the different states and citizens around the country on the subject of cannabis. He therefore sees the November polls as an opportunity for the Democrats to change that situation in case they get a majority in the House. Analysts believe that there is a big chance that the Democrats…

WednesdayOct 24, 2018 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Ohio Still Unsure How Medical Cannabis Cash Will Be Safeguarded

A lot of cash is expected to flow when Ohio legalizes medical marijuana towards the end of 2018 or early next year. However, all that expected cash is causing serious concerns since financial institutions like banks and credit unions are reluctant to offer banking services to cannabis businesses. The reluctance of the banking sector stems from the fact that the federal government still regards marijuana as an illegal substance. Consequently, money laundering and other federal charges could be imposed on any financial institution that does business with a cannabis enterprise (dispensary) that is legal at state level. Ohio expects the…