The Rush - March 14, 2024

DEA Officials Reportedly At Odds With Biden Admin Over Marijuana Rescheduling Push

FROM MARIJUANA MOMENT - ARTICLE SUMMARY: It seems like there's tension within the Biden administration regarding the rescheduling of marijuana. Some DEA officials are reportedly at odds with the administration over the issue. The DEA has traditionally been resistant to rescheduling marijuana, keeping it classified as a Schedule I drug. However, there have been increasing calls for its rescheduling or legalization due to changing attitudes and research on its potential benefits. This tension highlights the complexities and differing perspectives within the government on marijuana policy.

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MedMen Closes All But Two of Its California Locations

FROM GANJAPRENEUR - ARTICLE SUMMARY: It looks like MedMen, a prominent cannabis retailer, has closed all but two of its locations in California. This move comes amid financial challenges faced by the company, which has been struggling with debt and declining sales. MedMen was once seen as a major player in the cannabis industry, but it has faced difficulties in recent years, including executive turnover and legal issues. The closure of most of its California stores is a significant development in the cannabis retail sector.

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What the New Dosage Guidelines Mean for CBD

CANNABIS SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY - ARTICLE SUMMARY: New dosage guidelines for CBD have been released by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The guidelines suggest that people start with a low dosage of CBD and gradually increase it until they achieve the desired effects. It also recommends consulting with a healthcare provider before using CBD, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition. Additionally, the guidelines highlight the importance of using high-quality CBD products and following the manufacturer's instructions.

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Study - CBD Well Tolerated by Dogs: According to a study published this month in the Frontiers in Veterinary Science journal, CBD was well tolerated by healthy dogs at a dose of 5 milligrams per kilogram of body weight. The first-of-its kind study included 16 male and 16 female beagles which were dosed for 90 consecutive days with a 14-day recovery period… READ MORE @GANJAPRENEUR

Survey - Medical Cannabis Products Increasingly Used To Treat Symptoms Of Endometriosis: Sydney, Australia: Endometriosis patients frequently report using cannabis preparations to alleviate their symptoms, according to survey data published in the journal Obstetrics & Gynecology. Australian researchers surveyed 192 women with a history of cannabis use and endometriosis. Sixty-three percent of respondents said that they had received a doctor’s authorization to use cannabis-based medicinal products. (Under Australian law, physicians may authorize cannabis products to patients unresponsive to conventional prescription treatments)… READ MORE @NORML

Teen Use Of Delta-8 THC Is Higher In States Without Legal Marijuana, New Study Published By American Medical Association Finds: Teen use of delta-8 THC is higher in states where marijuana is illegal, according to a new study published on Tuesday in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). When it comes to adolescent consumption of cannabis itself, “there were no differences in marijuana use by state-level cannabis policies,” the researchers concluded, contrary to legalization opponents’ oft-repeated claim that the reform will lead to increased teen use. READ MORE @MARIJUANA MOMENT

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