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Dr. Paula Dall’Stella at ICRS conference in Montreal, June 2017

ICRS 2017: Report from Montreal

By Martin A. Lee on July 24, 2017
New findings highlight CBD’s therapeutic potential for cancer, epilepsy, Alzheimer’s, high blood pressure, and other disorders.
Article, Medicine, Cancer, Epilepsy & Seizures, Heart Disease, Science, Deep Science
How cannabinoid therpay may help Parkinson's disease

CBD & Parkinson’s Disease

By Nishi Whitely on July 12, 2017
The endocannabinoid system and digestive imbalance play major roles in Parkinson's disease. Cannabis medicine may help.
Article, Medicine, Neurodegeneration, Parkinson’s Disease
Why did cannabis become so popular in the 1960s?

Marijuana for the Masses

By Martin A. Lee on June 27, 2017
Why did cannabis become so popular in the 1960s? And why is it even more popular today?
Article, Culture, Pop culture
Arial view of crop-duster

Project CBD Responds to CA’s Proposed Testing Requirements

By Adrian Devitt-Lee on June 15, 2017
Project CBD critiques California’s proposed regulations for cannabis testing regarding pesticides, heavy metals, and solvents and makes recommendations for amending them.
Special Report, Cannabis Politics, U.S. States, Safety, Testing

Dosing THCA: Less Is More

By Adrian Devitt-Lee on May 31, 2017
Discover the clinical and laboratory research on THCA for epilepsy, chronic pain, digestive disorders, and more.
Article, Medicine, Alzheimer's & Dementia, Arthritis, Cancer, Digestive & Bowel Disorders, Epilepsy & Seizures, Nausea

Cannabis & Spirituality

By Kathleen Harrison on May 31, 2017
This book excerpt by Kathleen Harrison discusses some of the historical cultural and spiritual uses of the cannabis plant across the globe.
Book Excerpt, Culture, Pop culture
Lack of pesticides regulation in the cannabis industry

Burning Issue: Cannabis Pesticide Regulations Need Rethink

By Adrian Devitt-Lee on May 5, 2017
Two common pesticides used on cannabis highlight the inconsistency of current pesticide regulations. Learn why it is paramount to study the health effects of heating pesticides.​
Article, Cannabis Politics, U.S. States, Safety, Testing
cat smelling cannabis

Claws & Effect: Cannabis Medicine for Pets

By Gary Richter, MS, DVM on April 19, 2017
All beings with a backbone have an endocannabinoid system. Is cannabis medicine a good option for the health of your dog or cat?
Article, Medicine, Pets
lonely hispanic teen

Cannabis, Mood & Depression

By Linda A. Parker on April 19, 2017
Linda A. Parker explains the mood enhancing and anti-depressant qualities of CBD and THC.
Book Excerpt, Medicine, Anxiety, Depression
vape pen safety

Toxic Vape Oil Additives Endanger Patients

By Adrian Devitt-Lee on April 4, 2017
Vape pens are a trendy and discrete. But, commonly used thinning agents are harmful when heated and inhaled.
Article, Safety, Synthetic Cannabinoids, Vaping
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