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Washington: New Law Exempts Patients From Taxes When Purchasing Eligible Cannabis Products

The exemption only applies to products designated ‘DOH (Department of Health) compliant.' The post Washington: New Law Exempts Patients From Taxes When Purchasing Eligible Cannabis Products appeared first on NORML. Go to the article

Oklahoma: Lab Report Finds Medical Cannabis Less Potent Than Advertised

"The average reported THC level of the strains tested is about 24 percent, but the average measured THC number was just over 14 percent," NPR reported. The post Oklahoma: Lab Report Finds Medical Cannabis Less Potent Than Advertised appeared first on NORML. Go to the article

Analysis: Heavy Metals Present In Some Cannabis Vape Cartridges

Products obtained from unregulated producers were more likely than legally regulated products to contain elevated levels of heavy metals. The post Analysis: Heavy Metals Present In Some Cannabis Vape Cartridges appeared first on NORML. Go to the article

Analysis: Labels On CBD Vape Cartridges Often Provide Inaccurate Information

Investigators reported that most products’ cannabinoid content fluctuated significantly over time, depending on the storage conditions (time and temperature) of the vape liquids. The post Analysis: Labels On CBD Vape Cartridges Often Provide Inaccurate Information appeared first on NORML. Go to the article

Study: Medical Cannabis Patients Report Sustained Quality Of Life Improvements

"It is clear that medical marijuana, when administered safely, can improve an individual’s quality of life," the study’s authors determined. The post Study: Medical Cannabis Patients Report Sustained Quality Of Life Improvements appeared first on NORML. Go to the article

Study: CBD Provides Sustained Relief For Menstrual-related Symptoms

Study subjects reported reduced stress, irritability, and anxiety following CBD dosing. The post Study: CBD Provides Sustained Relief For Menstrual-related Symptoms appeared first on NORML. Go to the article

Analysis: Limonene Terpene Reduces THC-induced Anxiety

Investigators concluded: "D-limonene selectively attenuated THC-induced anxiogenic effects, suggesting this terpenoid could increase the therapeutic index of THC." The post Analysis: Limonene Terpene Reduces THC-induced Anxiety appeared first on NORML. Go to the article

Wellness at Work: Preventative Healthcare for Cannabis Business Owners

Navigating Challenges in the Cannabis Industry The cannabis industry finds itself constantly grappling with challenges imposed by federal regulations and government scrutiny. Despite these obstacles, there are numerous strategies available to businesses within this sector that can mitigate fixed costs, save money, and preserve valuable staff positions. Delivering Tangible Value Our seasoned team, boasting a track record of saving well over $2 billion for our clients, specializes in pioneering so Go to the article

Analysis: Cannabis Therapy Associated With Quality Of Life Improvements In Chronically Ill Patients

Eighty-four percent of those surveyed reported quality of life improvements following their use of cannabis. The post Analysis: Cannabis Therapy Associated With Quality Of Life Improvements In Chronically Ill Patients appeared first on NORML. Go to the article

Analysis: Marijuana Sales Not Associated With Increased Use Among Adolescents

Consistent with other studies, researchers concluded, "Adult-use sales were not associated with an increase in lifetime or past 30-day marijuana use." The post Analysis: Marijuana Sales Not Associated With Increased Use Among Adolescents appeared first on NORML. Go to the article

Study: Patients With Post-traumatic Stress And Depression Report Improvements Following Cannabis Therapy

Investigators concluded that cannabis treatment "is associated with significant improvements in well-being and quality of life in PTSD." The post Study: Patients With Post-traumatic Stress And Depression Report Improvements Following Cannabis Therapy appeared first on NORML. Go to the article

Study: Most Migraine Sufferers Have Reduced Or Eliminated Their Use Of Prescription Drugs With Cannabis

"This is the largest study to date to document cannabis product usage patterns and perceived benefits for migraine management." The post Study: Most Migraine Sufferers Have Reduced Or Eliminated Their Use Of Prescription Drugs With Cannabis appeared first on NORML. Go to the article

Unlocking Financial Potential: AI Tax Strategies for Cannabis Business Owners

The cannabis industry finds itself constantly grappling with challenges imposed by federal regulations and government scrutiny. Despite these obstacles, there are numerous strategies available to businesses within this sector that can mitigate fixed costs, save money, and preserve valuable staff positions. In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, the integration of AI has ushered in a new era of efficiency and optimization across various domains, including finance and taxation. At LG Resources, we Go to the article

Member Blog: Breaking Ground – Maryland’s Leading Role in Cannabis Testing Standards

With the advantage of watching several other states blaze the regulated and tested trail before it, the state of Maryland’s cannabis testing program is one of the more robust and modern of the current industry. After long delays, the state’s medical program – which included a testing program – finally got off the ground in 2017. Then in November 2022, voters approved recreational, adult-use cannabis. Sales officially began in February 2023. And like all legal states, Maryland requires producers Go to the article

Virginia: Marijuana Resentencing And Parental Rights Bills Advanced To Governor’s Desk

Historically, Gov. Youngkin has expressed little support for legislation liberalizing the state's marijuana policies. The post Virginia: Marijuana Resentencing And Parental Rights Bills Advanced To Governor’s Desk appeared first on NORML. Go to the article

Survey: Most Palliative Care Professionals Say They Are Uninformed About Medical Cannabis Issues

Consistent with other surveys, most respondents said that they were "insufficiently informed" to discuss medical cannabis options with their patients. The post Survey: Most Palliative Care Professionals Say They Are Uninformed About Medical Cannabis Issues appeared first on NORML. Go to the article

Study: Marijuana Consumers No Less Likely To Exercise

Investigators concluded, "These findings challenge the stereotype that marijuana … users are less active than their non-using counterparts." The post Study: Marijuana Consumers No Less Likely To Exercise appeared first on NORML. Go to the article

Survey: Medical Cannabis Products Increasingly Used To Treat Symptoms Of Endometriosis

Sixty-three percent of those surveyed acknowledged having received a doctor's authorization to use cannabis to alleviate their symptoms. The post Survey: Medical Cannabis Products Increasingly Used To Treat Symptoms Of Endometriosis appeared first on NORML. Go to the article

Navigating Missouri’s Stringent Cannabis Testing Requirements: A Deep Dive

By Harrison Bard, Co-Founder and CEO, Custom Cones USA When it comes to cannabis testing requirements, Missouri absolutely lives up to its nickname as the Show Me State, requiring its licensed cannabis businesses to run a wide series of tests to prove the cannabis they are sending to store shelves is safe. As a relatively new state to join the cannabis industry, with voters approving medical marijuana in 2018 and recreational cannabis in 2022, Missouri has had the benefit of watching several oth Go to the article