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Southern Illinois University to introduce medical cannabis certificate program for industrial hemp research

Southern Illinois University to introduce medical cannabis certificate program for industrial hemp research

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 8, 2018

New, cannabis-focused programs are being created by Southern Illinois University for the purpose of studying industrial hemp and medicinal cannabis. According to the announcement from school officials,...

https://420intel.com/articles/2018/11/02/mexican-supreme-court-declares-prohibition-recreational-cannabis

The end of cannabis prohibition in Mexico: Your questions answered

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 5, 2018

Last week, cannabis prohibition in Mexico came to an almighty end. The nation's Supreme Court made the unanimous decision to end the country's ban on recreational cannabis consumption, a move that marks...

Cannabis prohibition: Has it made cannabis more dangerous?

Cannabis prohibition: Has it made cannabis more dangerous?

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 5, 2018

Perhaps one of the most commonly raised topics regarding cannabis reform is that the plant may induce psychosis symptoms. Of course, scientists are proving the cynics wrong as they unlock cannabis’...

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What can the U.S. and Canada’s cannabis industry learn from the Amsterdam coffee shop scene?

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 4, 2018

The Netherlands is one of the most weed-friendly places on the map. The European country's permissive cannabis laws have propelled the Amsterdam region into a must-visit destination for people who like...

https://steemit.com/news/@pressfortruth/p02uxynt

Legal weed in Canada could prompt demand for low-potency pot products

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 3, 2018

The Cannabis Act, A.K.A. Bill C-45, has officially been passed. October 17 was the momentous occasion on which Canada's cannabis legalization was enacted. Amidst the “green rush” that is currently...

http://cannabistechpr.com/2018/07/01/israel-cannabis-tech/

Business deals with Canada contribute to Israel’s status as pioneer in medical cannabis R&D

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 3, 2018

Israel, the country that has been dubbed the “Start-up Nation” by many, is on track to become the global leader in medical cannabis. Currently, Israel’s medical cannabis industry is steadily developing...

Cannabis may relieve the symptoms of Crohn’s disease, scientists say

Cannabis may relieve the symptoms of Crohn’s disease, scientists say

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 3, 2018

Individuals with Crohn's disease may soon be swapping traditional over-the-counter (OTC) medications for cannabis. Well, that’s if scientists can keep up the good work in demonstrating the plant's medicinal...

https://www.commdiginews.com/business-2/cannabis-act-canada-passes-103563/

The implications of Canada’s legal cannabis industry

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 2, 2018

Canada's legal cannabis industry has caught the attention of health experts, many of whom are fixating their attention on people with a high risk of mental illness, pregnant women, seniors and youth as...

https://www.marketwatch.com/story/rob-sands-ceo-of-beverage-giant-constellation-brands-steps-down-2018-10-17

Here’s what the biggest cannabis investor on the planet has to say about his $4 billion investment

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 2, 2018

The recent surge in cannabis stocks could be attributed to a deal that was struck between Constellation Brands (NYSE:STZ) and Canopy Growth Corporation (NYSE:CGC) back on August 15. Constellation invested...

https://www.laweekly.com/news/marijuana-powder-to-be-introduced-at-southern-california-cannabis-cup-8842024

Dissolvable cannabis: Could it be the next big thing in discreet dosing?

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 2, 2018

The global cannabis market is bulging, with Research and Markets predicting that the industry will grow at a CAGR of 21.11 percent by 2022. A large portion of market sales will come from the extracts market,...

https://www.cnbc.com/2018/10/08/trulieve-ceo-huge-transition-from-opioids-to-cannabis-in-florida.html

Cannabis dispensary CEO notices ‘huge transition’ from opioids to cannabis treatment

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial October 30, 2018

Patients in Florida who are suffering from chronic pain, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and a wide variety of other medical ailments are swapping opioid for cannabis. This is what the chief...

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Cannabis dating app is encouraging singles to ignite a spark with fellow pot lovers

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial October 30, 2018

Could cannabis be the secret ingredient to finding true love? The creators of what has been dubbed the “Tinder for tokers” seem to think so. High There! is a Florida-based app designed to push...

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