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SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals has partnered with Georgelle Pharmaceutical Ltd. to bring an extensive range of cannabis-based medicines to Irish patients. This marks SOMAÍ's fifth international expansion, having already established operations in the UK, Australia, Germany, and Poland earlier this year....

A group of California parents and families with children suffering from rare and chronic diseases are evaluating a lawsuit against Governor Gavin Newsom, following his proposed emergency ruling to ban hemp products containing THC. The reason is that this new emergency ruling would also affect those...

A newly released study, sponsored by medical cannabis Telehealth company Leafwell, reveals that adopting medical cannabis laws can lead to significant reductions in employer-sponsored health insurance costs and a general reduction in healthcare spending. The study analyzed data from 2003 to...

Dr. Laurie Vollen, a medical professional from Berkeley, spent decades advocating for cannabis use, but against cannabis vaping. Vollen’s concerns center on the potential dangers associated with cannabis vape cartridges, particularly the exposure to harmful substances like heavy metals and...

Cannabis consumption among adults aged 50 and older is on the rise, according to findings from the University of Michigan's National Poll on Healthy Aging (NPHA). The poll reveals that 21% of older adults used a cannabis product containing THC in the past year, with 12% using it at least monthly....

A new study published in the American Journal of Agricultural Economics reveals that national cannabis legalization could significantly lower weed prices, especially in higher-cost U.S. markets. Led by economist Barry Goodwin from North Carolina State University, the analysis suggests that...

Tanisha Bogans, a former deputy director at California’s Department of Cannabis Control (DCC), has filed a lawsuit alleging wrongful termination after raising concerns about misconduct in the state's cannabis testing labs. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court, claims that...

Shield Compliance, a platform for cannabis banking, unveiled its annual survey results, and results are showing a disconnect between financial institutions and the cannabis industry. Their findings show that despite evolving regulations and shifting attitudes toward cannabis, banks and credit...

Two initiatives, the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Patient Protection Initiative and the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Regulation Initiative have both surpassed the required 87,126 valid signatures to be considered for the November 2024 ballot. The Nebraska Secretary of State's office confirmed the 89,000...

Nine members of New York City's "Common Sense" Caucus are taking a stand against the state's Cannabis Control Board (CCB), urging Governor Kathy Hochul to block a proposal that could flood the city with more cannabis dispensaries. This proposal, if approved, would allow waivers to the existing 1,...

New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu (R) recently signed into law a significant expansion of the state’s medical marijuana program, a move that broadens access to cannabis for patients with a wide range of conditions. This new legislation, HB 1278, marks a major shift from previous...

A recent clinical trial has identified potential therapeutic benefits of cannabigerol (CBG), a cannabinoid that has not been as widely studied as THC or CBD. The study, conducted by researchers at Washington State University (WSU) and the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), indicates...

Researchers at the School of Public Health at the University of Colorado’s Anschutz Medical Campus are looking into the effects of cannabis on driving performance. This study, spanning two years, recruited more than 200 participants aged between 25 and 55 to understand the multifaceted...

The cannabis market saw a surge that waned by Friday, with the AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF (NYSE:MSOS) falling by 2.50% over the week, and the Global X Cannabis ETF (NYSE:YOLO) dropping 1.73%. Ascend's Financial Restructuring One notable bright spot was Ascend Wellness Holdings (OTC:AAWH),...

Bipartisan congressional lawmakers are striving to eliminate a contentious provision in a spending bill that would prevent the Justice Department from rescheduling marijuana. Mace And Tlaib Lead The Charge According to Marijuana Moment, Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) has introduced an amendment to strike...