In April, Lebanon joined the growing list of countries that are legalizing cannabis. The Lebanese legislature passed a law on April 21, 2020, which officially legalized the cultivation of medical and recreational cannabis, including hemp, throughout the country. The move makes Lebanon the first Arab country to approve medical cannabis use. The law, however, does not … [Read more...] about Lebanon Legalizes Herb for Export
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Study Suggests CBD Reduces Drug-Induced Cravings and Anxiety
In the U.S., 128 people die everyday due to illicit or prescription opioid use, including oxycodone, heroin and fentanyl, reports the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Such opioids are responsible for “46,802 overdose deaths in 2018” alone, or over 69% of “all drug overdose deaths” in America. Despite the public health crisis, there's a … [Read more...] about Study Suggests CBD Reduces Drug-Induced Cravings and Anxiety
Proposed Bill in California Could Put an end to Workplace Drug Screenings
Written by Rita Thompson Photo by Christie Ciberey Do a simple Google search for ways to pass a drug screening for work, and you’re likely to drown in information. Detox drinks, synthetic urine, unappealing diets—we’ve all been there. A new bill proposed in California, however, could put an end to unfair discrimination of legal consumers. Current Laws Adult-use cannabis … [Read more...] about Proposed Bill in California Could Put an end to Workplace Drug Screenings
Book Review: “Cannabis: A Big Sisters’ Guide” Brings Readers Back to Basics
By Samantha Wahl When author Mary Meade was diagnosed with late-stage cancer, she turned to cannabis to control symptoms of discomfort and pain. A new user, she had to start from the ground up, learning about cannabis from her sister, Anna May. Anna May and Mary Meade’s Cannabis: A Big Sisters’ Guide is a handy manual for those who want to learn the … [Read more...] about Book Review: “Cannabis: A Big Sisters’ Guide” Brings Readers Back to Basics
The Digital Dime: 2/21/2020
By Samantha Wahl Following important cannabis news articles every day can be a real burn-out, we know. That’s why the Emerald rolls up a chronicle of the headiest news hits, and passes them to you at the end of each week. We Bring You: The Digital Dime. New York's Strict Medical Programs Hurt Cannabis Businesses It’s no secret that New York’s medical cannabis … [Read more...] about The Digital Dime: 2/21/2020
