Synthetic marijuana and brighter lights could help improve the lives of people with dementia, according to new research presented Tuesday at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in Chicago. Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias are best known for the breakdown in cognitive abilities. But a host of other symptoms — including agitation, anxiety, depression, and insomnia…
With marijuana legalization spreading across the country at a fast pace, it is hoped by many that attitudes towards those that use cannabis change for the better. Even in states where recreational marijuana has been legalized, it is difficult to escape the stigma associated with its use especially when it comes to finding employment. With…
Published: Sep 21, 2017, 10:35 am • Updated: Sep 22, 2017, 12:36 pm By Bruce Kennedy, The Cannabist Staff The American Legion is calling on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to clear roadblocks threatening completion of a groundbreaking clinical study on the use of medical marijuana to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in U.S….
The National Marijuana NewsThu, March 29, 2018 7:35pmURL: Embed: Todd Denkin, host of the The National Marijuana News sits down with Kyle Kushman to talk about the past and future of cannabis and growing marijuana. Kyle Kushman is an internationally renowned marijuana cultivator whose collaborations have earned 13 Medical Cannabis Cups awards. This includes three…
New York City has long been under pressure to reform its policing. A few months ago, the New York Police Department released some alarming statistics showing that an overwhelming majority of people arrested for marijuana were people of color. Since then, the City Council ruled that the NYPD must publish arrest data. Today at a…
These days, canna marriage last? In U.S. states where marijuana is legal, the weed wedding industry is booming. A hybrid culture is happening, comprised of newly launched businesses, created to meet the demands of a new marijuana marriage ceremony trend. The presence of cannabis benefits bridezillas, bridesmaids and wedding guests alike. Many companies can be…
Matt Barnes played 15 years in the NBA and ended his career winning a championship with the Golden State Warriors at the end of the 2017 NBA season. In some circles Barnes may be known more for the ongoing drama with his ex-wife Gloria Govan as it plays out on the VH1 series Basketball Wives….
Massachusetts is counting down the time to July 1st when recreational marijuana sales are set to begin. Voters approved marijuana legalization in 2016 and the state has been both thorough and steady in its implementation of its rules for commercial sales. On April 2nd the Cannabis Control Commission started accepting applications for priority certification which…
Published: Feb 23, 2018, 4:20 pm • Updated: Feb 23, 2018, 4:38 pm By Ian Gassman, Special to The Cannabist Although it’s considered the month of love, February’s true passion is black history. In honor of Black History Month, this SmokeSongs playlist is dedicated to the proud, passion-filled pursuits of black artists and the contributions…
Published: Mar 19, 2018, 12:18 pm • Updated: Mar 19, 2018, 12:18 pm By Alex Burness, Boulder Daily Camera Boulder, Colo., is eyeing a series of changes to its marijuana regulations, including one that would allow cannabis businesses to give away promotional materials — something that’s been barred to this point, in an effort by…