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Marijuana By Itself Not a Significant Factor in Fatal and Injury Crashes in 2012, Arizona DPS Data Shows
Marijuana by itself was not much of a factor in injury and fatal crashes probed last year by the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
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Medical Marijuana: Big Pharma’s Campaign to Eliminate State-Sanctioned Cannabis Competitors?
Professor Benjamin Leff, a tax law expert at American University Washington College of Law, thinks he has a clever solution to free legit marijuana dealers from the Feds insane tax laws, run your business as a social welfare organization under 501(c)(4).
New York: The Hempire State?
Marijuana law reform is gaining some serious momentum in New York as we approach the end of this year’s legislative session.
Build Your Own Cheap Hash Oil Pen Using E-Cigarette Parts - Build & First Use
The first hit from my e-cig vape pen was fantastic, it hit like a truck. Huge plumes and a very solid hit.
Worth Repeating: National Cancer Institute Says Pot Fights Cancer
Last year, the National Cancer Institute — “the U.S. government’s principal agency for cancer research” — created a stir by publishing the truth: the molecules found in pot kill breast and lung cancers in lab tests. Marijuana remains a federally illegal, schedule 1 drug.
After Senate Vote, Illinois Now Waits on Governor Quinn to Become the 19th Medical Marijuana State
Illinois House Bill 1 (HB1) now goes to Governor Quinn and if he signs it, Illinois would become the country's 19th medical marijuana state...
Federal MMJ Court Support, Press Conference with Bob Filner
Showing great leadership, San Diego Mayor Bob Filner has taken up the issue of medical cannabis and since he was elected has vocalized his support.
Strain Reviews: Indica and Indica Dominant Cannabis for Sleep Aid and Pain Relief
For those searching for a strain of cannabis for sleep aid and pain relief, an indica is most likely the best bet for you. Working at a medical marijuana...
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U.S. Attorney Melinda Haag Defends Use of Lawsuits Against Bay Area Medical Marijuana Outlets
The U.S. attorney for the northern district of California, Melinda Haag , defended her lawsuits against landlords of medical marijuana outlets one day after this city’s largest provider revealed its landlord is…
San Diego Judge Not Convinced Medical Marijuana Case Will Result in Guilty Verdict
This case illustrates San Diego DA Bonnie Dumanis’ refusal to follow state law and her procedure of the punishment of medical cannabis patients.
Study Finds Marijuana Buffers Against Negative Psychological Effects of Social Exclusion
Research published online May 14 in Social Psychological and Personality Science has uncovered that marijuana buffers people from experiencing social pain .
Stopping the IRS War on Medical Marijuana Providers
Some way has to be found to exempt state-permitted medical marijuana providers from the clutches of 280E and its punitive tax burden.
LA Has 3 Medical Marijuana Regulation Measures Up for Vote
The city of Los Angeles now has 3 different medical marijuana regulation measures up for a public vote next week.
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Study: Why Pot Smokers Are Skinnier
Marijuana users had smaller waists and scored higher across several measures of blood sugar regulation.
Medical Marijuana Update (2013.05.15)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of May 15, 2013:
Study: Cannabis Use Reduced Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes
A study has revealed that cannabis may help protect against type 2 diabetes. Researchers in the US found that regular users have better blood sugar control.
Dabs: World’s Most Powerful and Sought After Weed Product
For all other occasions and mind states there’s “dabs,” a type of solidified hash oil also known as “concentrates.”