Medical Marijuana and Hemp News

Medical Marijuana and Hemp News

Federally Funded Study Explores Why More Older Adults Are Turning to Medicinal Cannabis

Older adults are increasingly turning to medicinal cannabis for symptom management, often seeking alternatives to pharmaceuticals. A new study details the…

White House Drug Czar Clarifies Medical Cannabis Rescheduling Does Not Broadly Legalize Cannabis

The White House drug czar clarifies that the recent medical cannabis rescheduling to Schedule III does not broadly legalize cannabis, impacting investors…

Senator Tim Scott Highlights “Quandary” of Cannabis Banking Access, Citing Need for Federal Legalization

Senator Tim Scott, Banking Committee Chair, calls federal cannabis banking access a "quandary" requiring legislative action. Learn why the SAFER Banking A…

Employer Medical Cannabis Reimbursement Gains Traction Amid Federal Rescheduling

Explore how employer medical cannabis reimbursement is reshaping health benefit strategies, with some platforms offering monthly stipends. Learn about fed…

Virginia Cannabis Sales Legislation Awaits Governor’s Decision After Lawmakers Reject Amendments

Advocacy groups urge Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger to approve legislation establishing a regulated cannabis sales market, despite rejected amendmen…

US Hemp Farmers React to New Federal Hemp-Derived Product Regulation

US hemp farmers are concerned by new federal hemp-derived product regulation. Senator McConnell's provisions target intoxicating substances. Understand th…

South Carolina Senator Declares Medical Cannabis Access Legal Following Federal Rescheduling

Explore how federal rescheduling of cannabis could trigger legal medical cannabis access in South Carolina, according to a state senator, despite politica…

Understanding Cannabis Use Disorder: Evolving Perspectives on Dependency and High-THC Products

As cannabis potency rises, understanding cannabis use disorder (CUD) is crucial. This article explores dependency risks, withdrawal symptoms, and the impa…

Minnesota and Louisiana Legislatures Advance Therapeutic Psilocybin and Psychedelic Pilot Programs

Minnesota lawmakers passed a bill to legalize regulated therapeutic psilocybin, while Louisiana advanced a psychedelic pilot program. Discover the legisla…

Global Review Maps Administrative Interventions Crucial for Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs

A global scoping review by Frontiers in Pharmacology identifies six key administrative interventions crucial for strengthening antimicrobial stewardship p…