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Spanish Government Continues To Fund Medical Cannabis Research Even As It Has Jailed Club Activist

Written by Marguerite Arnold on February 16, 2021. Posted in Science.

Despite the red tape and the imprisonment of Albert Tio the Spanish government is funding some medical cannabis research Some good news from Spain on the cannabis front at last! As reported by Público, a Spanish-language public affairs and news zine, the Botanical Institute of Barcelona...

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Cannabis Use Not Associated With Elevated Risk Of Secondary Cancer Per Study

Written by Johnny Green on December 29, 2020. Posted in Science.

It is estimated that roughly 4% of all cancer patients suffer from head and/or neck cancer. As with any form of cancer, head and neck cancer are absolutely awful for anyone to have to battle. The results of a recent cannabis study provide some encouraging news for those that suffer from those...

Study: Hemp Essential Oil Can Inhibit Or Reduce Bacterial Growth

Written by Johnny Green on September 9, 2020. Posted in Science.

The hemp plant is one of the most versatile plants on earth. It has the ability to feed, to clothe, and to heal. It is estimated that the hemp plant can be used to make tens of thousands of products from paper to plastic. For many centuries hemp was primarily associated with making rope and...

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Advocates Call For Removal Of DEA From Cannabis Research Approval Process

Written by Johnny Green on May 12, 2020. Posted in Science.

For many years the DEA has controlled which entities can conduct cannabis research in the United States. That has resulted in research being limited historically. More research is being conducted in the U.S. than years past, however, the situation is still far from optimal. Considering how...

Science Will Decide The Winners Of The Spannabis Champions Cup

Written by Johnny Green on November 23, 2019. Posted in Cultural, Science.

Cannabis competitions often involve a large amount of subjectivity. The cannabis community has long needed a cannabis competition that is dedicated to objectivity and science. That is why the Spannabis Champions Cup has organized a competition in which the winner will be decided by science...

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Study: Cannabis May Reduce PTSD, Depression, And Suicidal States

Written by Johnny Green on November 23, 2019. Posted in Science.

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects hundreds of millions of people around the world. It is estimated that as many as 354 million adult war survivors globally suffer from PTSD. The condition can often lead to increased rates of depression and the sufferer experiencing suicidal...

Israeli Researchers Link Cannabis Use To Weight Gain In Cancer Patients

Written by Johnny Green on November 23, 2019. Posted in Science.

Significant and rapid weight loss is a serious issue for cancer patients and is often one of the first signs that a person is suffering from cancer. Common cancer treatments usually make the problem worse because they often contribute to further weight loss by the patient. It is estimated that...

How Reliable Is Cannabis DUII Technology?

Written by Johnny Green on November 4, 2019. Posted in Science.

One of the most common talking points for cannabis opponents is the claim that if cannabis laws are reformed there will be mayhem on public roadways. The ‘stoned driver epidemic’ doomsday prediction is very popular among people and organizations that campaign and lobby against cannabis...

UK Researchers To Examine Whether CBD Can Help Parkinson’s Patients

Written by Johnny Green on October 28, 2019. Posted in Science.

Scientists in the UK have announced that they will be launching the largest study to date that looks at cannabidiol (CBD) and if it can be an effective treatment for Parkinson’s disease. Over 10 million people worldwide suffer from Parkinson’s. A number of personal patient experiences...

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