Written by Rita Thompson A Skeptical Eye Florida House leaders have viewed medical cannabis with a skeptical eye since the approval of low-THC cannabis treatment in 2014. Currently, smokable cannabis in the state’s medical treatment centers can have THC potency as high as 30%. Now, however, regulators are proposing more limits on THC content. Veterans, however, … [Read more...] about Veterans in Florida Advise Against Possible THC Cap for Medical Cannabis
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New Study Finds Cannabis Use is Surging Among Older Americans
A newly released study, published in the JAMA Internal Medicine journal, finds cannabis consumption increased by 75% among older Americans in the past four years. Specifically, researchers from New York University’s Grossman School of Medicine find cannabis use among those aged 65+ grew from 2.4% to 4.2% between 2015-2018. It's Not Just Older … [Read more...] about New Study Finds Cannabis Use is Surging Among Older Americans
Prepare to Feel The Bern: Sanders Promises to Legalize Cannabis Through Executive Order
Written by Rita Thompson Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders, D-VT, has always advocated for cannabis—this time, placing legality at the forefront of his campaign. At a Texas rally on Friday, Feb. 14, Sanders promised to federally legalize cannabis within his first 100 days in office. He also unveiled a plan to expunge criminal records of those … [Read more...] about Prepare to Feel The Bern: Sanders Promises to Legalize Cannabis Through Executive Order
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
Physician’s Grade CBD Skincare is the Real Deal
By Samantha Wahl There are thousands of beauty products on the market since the industry’s CBD renaissance, and trying them all can be daunting. Thankfully, the team at Emerald has been lubing up around the clock so nobody else has to waste time and money on fakes. We got you. The Physician's Grade is a brand that captured our attention and held it through the … [Read more...] about Physician’s Grade CBD Skincare is the Real Deal
