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ThursdayMar 02, 2023 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Research Finds Cannabis Users Have Lower Blood Pressure

Over the past decade or so, a growing body of research has revealed that cannabis has significant therapeutic potential. Studies have found that cannabis can be effective against a host of medical conditions, including chronic pain, insomnia and anxiety, with none of the side effects typically observed with pharmaceutical use. Even as dozens of American states and overseas territories now allow their residents to purchase and use cannabis for medical purposes, researchers across the world are still trying to understand the plant’s full therapeutic potential. A recent study published in “NatureScientific Reports” journal has provided evidence linking cannabis usage to…

WednesdayMar 01, 2023 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Connecticut Lawmakers Consider Adding Marijuana DUI to Driving Curriculum

According to a recent bill discussed by the House’s Transportation Committee, Connecticut driver education courses would include information warning against the risks of driving while under the influence of marijuana. House Majority Leader Jason Rojas put forth the bill last month, and it had a public hearing last week. The proposed legislation would mandate that lessons on the risks of driving under the influence be included in private driver instruction courses as well as those provided at high schools and secondary schools. The current law mandates that instruction on driving while impaired by drugs and alcohol be included in driver…

WednesdayMar 01, 2023 10:30 am

Prime Harvest Inc. Reveals That Their Reg A+ Equity Offering Has Been Granted Approval to Go Ahead

Prime Harvest recently revealed that the company’s Reg A+ equity offering has been greenlighted by the SEC The primary share offering will see the company market up to 10 million shares to investors at a price of $4.20 each, with estimated gross proceeds of $42 million The company has said that net proceeds will be destined towards the acquisition of licensed assets, continued expansion of their delivery network and general corporate purposes Prime Harvest, a technology-focused, full-service cannabis company based in San Diego, recently announced the qualification of its equity offering under the SEC’s Regulation A+. The offering, which has…

WednesdayMar 01, 2023 9:00 am

Explore all things cannabis at CannExpo March 25-26 at Enercare Centre

Toronto’s premiere destination for canna-curious and enthusiasts alike CannExpo Toronto, a consumer and retail cannabis show taking place March 24-26th, 2023 at the Enercare Centre, will feature three full days of exhibits and events for cannabis consumers, licensed retailers and budtenders. Visitors can discover new products and cutting edge technology, plus purchase accessories, hardware and services. Exhibitors include popular cannabis brands such as Slow Ride Bakery, Shatterizer and Weed Me Inc., Licensed Retail Stores including Canada’s first cannabis store owned by a Woman of Colour; GreenPort, craft growers, accessories, cannabis crafts, organic hemp products and more. The Ontario Cannabis Store…

WednesdayMar 01, 2023 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Association Launched to Teach Australian Nurses About Medical Marijuana

Last week saw the launch of the Australian Cannabis Nurses Association (ACNA), a newly formed organization to provide nurses with peer support, education and advocacy regarding medicinal marijuana. Simone O'Brien, a nurse practitioner and licensed medical marijuana practitioner, founded the group alongside Jodie Davis and Deb Ranson. The organization desires that nursing programs at the undergraduate level cover the endocannabinoid system. O'Brien developed an interest in medicinal marijuana after suffering a severe leg injury during a leave from work, which pushed her to research the potential benefits of the medication. Australia legalized medical marijuana seven years ago through the Federal…

TuesdayFeb 28, 2023 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Study Finds Marijuana Vaping Among Youth Is Higher in Medical-Use States

New research has found that seniors in high school within states where the medical use of marijuana is allowed had a higher likelihood of vaping marijuana, in comparison to seniors within states where the drug’s use is legal for recreational use or is prohibited. Washington State University PhD student Christian Maynard and Professor Jennifer Schwartz of the sociology department at the institution carried out the study. For their research, the investigators conducted an analysis obtained from the Monitoring the Future survey, which was comprised of responses on marijuana consumption from more than 3,700 seniors in high school. Of those students…

TuesdayFeb 28, 2023 11:15 am

Alternative Products Expo at Ft. Lauderdale, Coming Up Soon

The Alternatives Products Expo, organized by ZJ Events is being held in Fort Lauderdale March 3-5, 2023. Exhibitors can showcase their products and market their innovative ideas in front of a large audience of potential investors. This premier counterculture show will feature a diverse range of products including CBD, DELTA-8, Nicotine Alternatives, Kratom, Extracts, Functional Beverages, and more. The Alternative Products Expo will offer participants a unique experience, offering access to new products and free samples available only at the show, as exhibitors pitch their services, products, and ideas to expand the attendees' knowledge base. All mainstream products have an…

TuesdayFeb 28, 2023 9:45 am

REZYFi, Inc. Delivers on Promise of Expertise, Focusing on Loan Origination and Support for Cannabis, High-risk Clients

Specialized mortgage lender REZYFi Inc. is strategically serving the needs of consumers and cannabis-related businesses through an alternative loan financing approach The company’s alternative mortgage financing strategy relies on real estate and other assets of the borrowers to secure loans for clients whose financial history or legal revenue base may make them unattractive borrowers for traditional banks The cannabis industry has long struggled to secure loans despite its cash-intensive operations because of the federal government’s choice not to recognize the industry REZYFi’s strengths as a lender include efficient operations supported by skilled staffing with years of expertise in the industry,…

TuesdayFeb 28, 2023 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Canadian Industry Groups Want Federal Fees on Marijuana Reduced to Relieve Operator Burden

A group of Canadian cannabis executives has shined a light on what it says are unsustainable federal fees on the nascent industry. The executives are asking the federal government to offer the industry some relief from the federal tax fees amid widespread financial losses and increasing job losses. During a news conference last week, the executives argued that job losses would continue to pile up if the federal government did not make any meaningful reform. Even though cannabis is legal across dozens of states in the United States and in Canada as well, industry players have been forced to contend…

MondayFeb 27, 2023 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Twitter’s Decision Gives US Marijuana Companies Advertising Boost

Industry insiders say that Twitter's recent policy change allowing state-legal marijuana businesses to advertise and market on the platform is a positive development for the sector and may prompt other digital advertising platforms to reconsider their bans on cannabis promotion. Twitter is simultaneously enhancing its entry into American marijuana advertising through a promotional incentive for the sector. However, there are still some uncertainties regarding the specifics of what Twitter's new marijuana advertising policy allows and prohibits. In the opinion of Lisa Buffo, CEO and founder of the Cannabis Marketing Association, the move is a definite sign that marijuana is becoming…