Medical Cannabis

As the keynote speaker for Cannabis Science Conference Spring 2024, Jamila Owens-Todd discussed the various ways to approach plant medicine and manufacturing.

Kentucky Governor signs HB 829, and introduces lottery for dispensary applications.

As we celebrate the 4/20 holiday, here is a selection of medical cannabis coverage we have explored in the cannabis industry this year so far.

One step forward, two steps back: updates on cannabis legal movements in three different states.

After stalled attempts over the years, a bill that would create a medical cannabis program in the Sunflower State has made an appearance.

Clinically significant reductions in symptoms were reported.

A ballot initiative to expand medical cannabis access in Arkansas has been resubmitted.

Results highlighted the complexities of cannabis use and products among cancer survivors.

Bills placed before the South Dakota Senate Health and Human Services Committee proposed changes to the state’s medical cannabis program.

A new bill to define cannabis flower as an accepted form of medical cannabis recently advanced through a subcommittee.

A recently published observational study examined the risks of medical cannabis for developing various heart conditions.

A plan for a medical cannabis program in Wisconsin was revealed earlier this week.

Healer’s first webinar of the year provided a research update on studies examining cannabis used as a treatment for different neurologic conditions.

A recent vote will place the bill before the president for final approval.

Many pharmacies in Georgia had applied to become approved to sell medical cannabis.

The Cannabis Nurses Network recently announced the winners of their annual award celebration.

Despite widespread legalization in the US, many legal cannabis operators can still be subjected to raids and government interference. In 2021, when we first met Jason Hanley, owner of CARE Waialua, he shared his passion for helping patients on his medical cannabis farm on Oahu, Hawaii and explained the rules and operation there. Recently, his farm was raided by the federal government reportedly for no stated reason, and he has yet to be charged with any crime or citation. Here, Hanley shares his story of what transpired, how it has impacted his farm and the patients he serves, and what he hopes to see change in the future.

Virginia residents are traveling farther for their medical cannabis due to high pricing.

An upcoming clinical trial will test a unique CBD treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorder symptoms in children.

A new report highlights the occurrence of contaminants in medical cannabis products within the state.

The Senate recently passed a bill that would enable veterans to discuss and be recommended medical cannabis by Veterans Affairs doctors.

Ukraine may legalize medical cannabis this month for the benefit of millions of citizens.

Missouri will transfer $17 million from its cannabis programs to the Missouri Veterans Commission to support veterans' health care and services, following the success of both medical and adult-use cannabis programs in the state.

Ireland opens up their first medical cannabis clinic.

Ireland opens up their first medical cannabis clinic.

The University of Buffalo has received a grant from the NIH National Cancer Institute to research cannabis’s medicinal effect on cancer immunotherapy treatment.

A survey conducted by EO Care, Inc., showed that Americans would be more inclined to use cannabis to treat their health conditions if they were guided by a clinician.

The recent statement highlighted a lack of research, provides recommendations, and called for unbiased education for clinicians.

The tribe recently issued its first medical cannabis card, marking a historic step in the state.

The 18-month trial will study the effects of a cannabis extract as part of treatment for brain cancer.