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Graduated, yet unprepared: why healthcare professionals still do not learn about cannabis

Caco Ciocler's Son Moves from Brazil to Canada to Grow Cannabis and Advocates for Gardeners' Rights

How THC and CBD can help with migraine relief? Find out now

Psychologist launches book in Portugal and proposes reconnection with emotions through self-mastery

Maria Klien launches in Portugal the 'Self-Mastery Guide', a work that combines personal experience and clinical expertise to help people face anxiety and panic crises with more autonomy, lightness, and emotional reconnection.

Worst of all drugs

Alcohol causes 2.6 million deaths per year, warns WHO; cannabis therapy emerges as an alternative in the treatment of addiction

Report shows that nearly 400 million people worldwide have alcohol-related disorders. Scientists are investigating cannabidiol (CBD) as a promising tool in combating addiction

International

Lack of reliable tests for drivers under the influence of cannabis concerns experts in the USA

With increasing legalization, authorities and researchers call for scientific methods to assess drivers and ensure road safety

Main Topics

International Relations

Turkey approves sale of medical cannabis in pharmacies

New legislation regulates production, tracking, and distribution of low-THC products for therapeutic use

International Relations

UK resumes industrial hemp agenda with new initiatives

The establishment of the Industrial Hemp Innovations Hub and the reactivation of the parliamentary group on hemp signal a new strategic effort to regulate and strengthen the sector in the UK

International Relations

The potential of cannabis to transform revenue and economic development in Colombia

In Colombia, after years of numerous demands and efforts from the private sector, the medicinal and industrial uses of the cannabis plant have been authorized.

Transformed Lives

When care arises from experience: get to know Carolina Nobre's story

Does Cannabis provide relief in treatments for dogs?

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Cannabis Sector Quotes

Aurora Cannabis Inc.
5.33
0.57%
Canopy Growth Corporation
1.51
2.72%
AbbVie
208.06
-0.14%
VIVO Cannabis
33.97
0.00%
Trees Corp PK
0.03
-1.19%
Kaya Holdings
0.01
-36.10%

World

Business

How U.S. cannabis brands are protecting their intellectual property ahead of legalization

Experts point out that federal legalization could open doors for national trademarks, but obstacles still persist

Business

Cannabis Technology Expected to Quadruple by 2030, Report Shows

Global cannabis technology market is set to reach $23.7 billion by 2030, driven by AI, blockchain, automation, and venture capital

Business

Cannabis-Infused Products Market Expected to Exceed $78 Billion by 2029

Cannabis-infused products sector set to more than double in size by 2029, driven by legalization, technological innovation, and e-commerce expansion

Business

Cannabis-Infused Products Market Expected to Exceed $78 Billion by 2029

Cannabis-infused products sector set to more than double in size by 2029, driven by legalization, technological innovation, and e-commerce expansion

Opinion

Priscila Gava Mazzola

Cannabis and Women's Health: What Science Reveals About Menopause and Climacteric

Cynthia de Carlo

The new dentistry and medicinal cannabis

Ludmila Militão

When protecting the skin means activating its biological intelligence

Tatiane Rodrigues Ramos

Textile Waste and Hemp: The sustainable opportunity Brazil is missing out on

Carla Coutinho

700 lives protected: when Justice recognizes the value of cannabis associations

Beatriz Emygdio

Semi-Synthetic Cannabinoids: new perspectives for the regulation of industrial hemp in Bra...

Health

Oncologic Pain in Transformation: Medicinal Cannabis Gains Ground as an Alternative

The oncologic pain market is expected to grow from $6.53 billion in 2024 to $11.81 billion by 2034, driven by opioids, non-opioids, and medicinal cannabis as a promising alternative in relieving pain for cancer patients

“It is important that the compounding pharmacy has access to all cannabis inputs" argues Marco Fiaschetti, from Anfarmag

With the revision of RDC 327/2019, compounding pharmacies gain space in the discussion on medicinal cannabis

Anvisa has new approved directors

Confirmed appointments include Leandro Safatle, Thiago Campos, and Daniela Cerqueira

Business

Brazilian cannabis market expected to generate R$ 1 billion in 2025, with experts highlighting focus and new growth verticals

Deusa Cast #43 discusses the paths of cannabis: human, pets, and construction industry.

Google opens space for cannabis ads in Canada

Google launches pilot program in Canada allowing licensed cannabis companies to advertise on Search

Cannabis-based cosmetics gaining ground in skincare and wellness

The cannabis-based cosmetics market is expected to grow from $5.48 billion in 2024 to $22.43 billion in 2029, driven by natural, sustainable, and innovative products focused on wellness and skincare

Policy

Deputy Paulinha advocates for a bill that proposes the use of seized cannabis for medicinal and scientific purposes in SC

Proposal aims to transform seized cannabis into input for research and medications

Free Cannabidiol in São Paulo: see how the work will be and the list of diseases

City Hall program includes more than 30 diseases and guarantees free medications at municipal network pharmacies

Santa Catarina to have task force to expand access to medical cannabis

Alesc discusses agreements, professional training, and cultivation by family farming

Science and Technology

Cannabidiol may reduce alcohol dependence and protect the brain, study indicates

New research paves the way for the treatment of alcohol use disorder

Having Difficulty Achieving Orgasm? See How Cannabis Can Help

Study reveals that medical cannabis may be a promising treatment for women with Female Orgasmic Disorder, offering improvement in sexual function and recognizing intimate health as a public health issue

Cannabis Seed Oil Accelerates Healing and Outperforms Antibiotic in Wound Study

A study by Universitas Syiah Kuala indicates that cannabis seed oil speeds up wound healing, showing superior efficacy to the antibiotic chloramphenicol in critical stages of the process

Daily Life

Patient with complex clinical condition obtains habeas corpus for cannabis cultivation in Rio

Court authorizes homemade production of Cannabis sativa for medicinal purposes until 2027, based on medical prescription, technical reports, and favorable opinion from the Prosecutor's Office

Generation Z and Millennials Swap Alcohol for Cannabis Drinks at Happy Hours

Research reveals that more and more young Americans are replacing alcohol with cannabis drinks at happy hours, showing a shift in post-work relaxation habits

After 20 years, Paranaense wins right to grow cannabis to treat anxiety

Federal Court authorizes resident of Novo Itacolomi (PR) to cultivate cannabis to treat chronic anxiety after more than 20 years without response to other treatments

Veterinary

Evolution and Challenges of Veterinary Medicine in Brazil in the Prescription of Medicinal Cannabis

Regulatory advances expand access to cannabis treatments for animals, but veterinarians still face barriers in prescribing and regulating products

Use of Cannabis sativa advances in small animal veterinary medicine, Brazilian study finds

Brazilian research highlights the benefits of Cannabis sativa in the treatment of dogs and cats, with applications in chronic diseases, neurological conditions, and pain management

Veterinarian warns about risks of grape and avocado oils and highlights benefits of cannabis for pets

In an interview, veterinarian Aline Goulart explains that today dogs, cats, and other animals are treated with human oils adapted according to safety for each species

Agribusiness

Male and Female Varieties: Differences and Impact on Cultivation

Discover how to identify the sexes of cannabis, their utilities, and why distinguishing them is essential in cultivation

Pros and Cons of Home Cultivation of Cannabis: What to Consider Before Planting

Home cultivation of cannabis can offer freedom, savings, and quality control, but it also involves legal, social, and security risks

Study in the US confirms: Hemp-fed cow milk does not contain THC

Researchers indicate that human consumption is safe after a period of abstinence; previous German study had shown different results

Psychedelics

Study suggests that the efficacy of psilocybin in the treatment of depression may be overestimated

The study included clinical trials with adults with major depressive disorder (MDD) or treatment-resistant depression (TRD)

Between Promises and Barriers: The Journey of Psychedelics Towards Mental Health

Psychedelic medicine is advancing worldwide, combining science and ancestral knowledge, but Brazil still faces a regulatory limbo that threatens to delay its healing and innovation potential

Psychedelics in Brazil: advances, challenges, and what you need to know about regulation

Recent study gathers 28 scientific articles and points out the main bioethical advances and challenges in the therapeutic use of psychedelics in Brazil, highlighting the need for regulation, safety, informed consent, and fair access to therapies

Graduated, yet unprepared: why healthcare professionals still do not learn about cannabis

Psychologist launches book in Portugal and proposes reconnection with emotions through self-mastery

Alcohol causes 2.6 million deaths per year, warns WHO; cannabis therapy emerges as an alternative in the treatment of addiction

Lack of reliable tests for drivers under the influence of cannabis concerns experts in the USA

Main Topics

Turkey approves sale of medical cannabis in pharmacies

UK resumes industrial hemp agenda with new initiatives

The potential of cannabis to transform revenue and economic development in Colombia

Transformed Lives

When care arises from experience: get to know Carolina Nobre's story

Does Cannabis provide relief in treatments for dogs?

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Cannabis Sector Quotes

Aurora Cannabis Inc.

Canopy Growth Corporation

AbbVie

VIVO Cannabis

Trees Corp PK

Kaya Holdings

World

How U.S. cannabis brands are protecting their intellectual property ahead of legalization

Cannabis Technology Expected to Quadruple by 2030, Report Shows

Cannabis-Infused Products Market Expected to Exceed $78 Billion by 2029

Cannabis-Infused Products Market Expected to Exceed $78 Billion by 2029