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Senate Bill Would Expand Access to Medicinal Cannabis for Veterans
WASHINGTON, D.C.- Access to medicinal cannabis for veterans may expand if a new bill in Congress is enacted.
The Veterans Medical Marijuana Safe Harbor Act would allow veterans to receive medicinal cannabis in states that have legalized its use. The bill introduced by Senators Bill Nelson (D-FL) and Brian Schatz (D-HI) would allow Veterans Affairs doctors to prescribe cannabis to treat PTSD.
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NY Labor Union Members Eligible for Discount on Medicinal Cannabis
ALBANY, New York- Many labor union members in New York could be eligible for a discount on medicinal cannabis.
Vireo Health, a company that operates several cannabis dispensaries in New York state, is offering a discount for more than 2.5 million union members and retirees. Members are eligible for a $25 discount on their first purchase and then an additional 10 percent discount on all…
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CBD May Help Brain Fight Psychosis Cannabidiol (CBD) may prove to be effective in treating psychosis. A new study published by the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) has found that even a single dose of CBD could reduce symptoms associated with psychosis by “resetting” activity in three key areas of the brain.
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Trump Administration Creates Secret Committee to Push Back on Cannabis
WASHINGTON, D.C.- The Trump administration could be preparing to wage an information war on cannabis.
According to a report by Buzzfeed,who interviewed government officials and obtained relevant documents, the White House has put together a committee of federal agencies with the shared goal of pushing back against growing public support for cannabis. The Marijuana Policy Coordination Committee…
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Cannabis Access and Use on the Rise
Cannabis Access and Use on the Rise
As more states legalize medicinal and recreational cannabis use, more Americans are using weed, according to a report published in the Annals of Internal Medicine. 
The report notes one in seven Americans used cannabis in 2017. Smoking was the most common form of ingestion; however, those living in states with some form of legal cannabis were most likely to use alternatives to smoking such as…
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7 Cannabis Cookbooks to Add to Your Kitchen Library
The Pumpkon Spice Latte returned today; never to early to start thinking about infused holiday foods with these 7 cannabis cookbooks #foodies
For fans of the autumn winds, today marks the return of Starbuck’s Pumpkin Spice Latte. The first-ever pre-Labor Day launch of the nearly iconic magical brew has caused some online controversy about fall coming a little too early.
There can be no dispute, however, that it’s getting to be the time of year to start mulling thoughts of cannabis-infused warm beverages, baked edibles, and feasts with…
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4 Cannabis Testing Labs in Florida
Although cannabis offers a fun and safer form of recreation in comparison to other substances, for many, it is first and foremost a medicine. In order to ensure that patients are receiving products that will actually treat their ailments, laboratory testing is becoming the norm of the industry. Lab testing of all cannabis products before it can be dispensed is actually required in Florida.…
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4 Handheld Vapes That are Perfect for Tech-Savvy Consumers
As flower sales continue to drop, consumers really seem to be taking to more discreet ways of using cannabis. Vaporizers, especially of the handheld portable variety, seem to be everywhere. But as consumers are inundated with what feels like identical vape pens, some may be clamoring for something a bit more sophisticated. Check out these five handheld vaporizers that your tech-savvy customers…
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Need Data on the fly? Check out These 4 Portable Cannabis Testers
As we all know, lab testing is rightly becoming the norm for the cannabis industry. But sometimes you may need information in real time. Want to know the chemical profile of your plants instantly? Or maybe you are interested in measuring the potency of the oil you just extracted. Check out these 4 portable cannabis testing products that are perfect for your shop or grow operation.
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Back-To-School Gear for College in Legal States
Back-To-School Gear for College in Legal States
Days are already getting shorter and before you know it, it’ll be time to return to the halls of academia for masses of students, in pursuit of higher education. Whether freshly enrolled or a returning class person–if you’re going to school in a legal cannabis state–you may want to pack some extra gear, along with the laptop, the case of ramen, and socks.
From the entirely legal West Coast, to…
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Cannabis Industry Expected to be Worth $47 Billion, Rival Wine Sales
The cannabis industry’s rapid growth is not expected to slow down any time soon–at least according to a new analysis by RBC Capital Markets.
“The legal cannabis category [in the U.S.] is set to grow at a 17% CAGR over the next decade to as much as $47 billion in annual sales (this compares to the current diaper category at $4 billion in sales),” RBC Capital Markets analyst Nik Modi wrote in a…
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CBD-Only Stores Start Popping Up Like Weeds
CBD-only stores start popping up... like weeds across the U.S. #CBD
Consumers all over the world are embracing CBD, the non-psychoactive compound derived from hemp and cannabis, as a wonder ingredient for their health and wellness regimes–from taking CBD as a supplement to applying it in cosmetics to adding it as a gourmet touch, to food and beverage recipes.
Since CBD extracts used in these products are derived from hemp and contain only trace amounts of THC–the…
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Saving Sophie Fundraiser for Cannabis Meds and Pediatric Cancer Research
Saving Sophie fundraiser for cannabis meds, pediatric cancer research, at historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel in Oct
SHERMAN OAKS, Calif –Pediatric medical cannabis nonprofit Saving Sophie has announced an inaugural fundraiser for October 12, the Saving Sophie Experience: The Journey to Find a Cure, which will benefit research for cannabis medications to treat pediatric cancers.
Held at the Tropicana Bar of Hollywood’s historic Roosevelt Hotel, the event will feature celebrity guests, a cocktail party, an…
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DEA Makes Unprecedented Move on Cannabis
District of Columbia- The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) could be changing its tune on cannabis.
According to a release by the DEA, the agency plans on increasing the amount of cannabis produced for federal research from 1,000 pounds in 2018 to 5,400 in 2019.
Although there have been calls for years from the public and elected officials to increase cannabis production for research…
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Out with the Antiquated, in with the Nano
Out with the Antiquated, in with the Nano
Cannabis cultivation and consumption date back hundreds—even thousands—of years, and yet the industry only recently began developing and adopting new methods of delivery, paving the way for the next generation of cannabis use. Joints and pot brownies, step aside. The future of cannabis lies in technology.
It’s a tale as old as time: Traditional methods of consumption can bring with them a host of…
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Budtenders, Master Growers in High Demand
#Budtenders, Growers in High Demand @vangsttalent @BDSAnalytics
For those seeking a career change or a shift within the cannabis industry, several occupations are in high demand. Cannabis companies seek budtenders, edibles producers, and master growers to fill open positions.
According to an analysis by USA Today of cannabis job openings on Indeed.com and Vangsters, a company that operates a cannabis job board, dispensaries across the country are seeking…
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Queens Bar Pouring CBD Infused Drinks
Queens Bar Pouring CBD Infused Drinks
New York- A bar in Astoria, Queens has added a special ingredient to their cocktails. Adriaen Block is offering their customers drinks infused with CBD.
Adriaen Block is a bar named after the famous explorer who sailed Hells Gate, a narrow tidal strait in the East River. Block sailed right past the area now known as Astoria. T “George” Csonka, the bar’s owner, used Block as the inspiration for…
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