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"Cannabis saved my son's life": Bel Kutner reinforces appeal for regulation in Brazil
Cotidiano
05/14/2025

"Cannabis saved my son's life": Bel Kutner reinforces appeal for regulation in Brazil

Actress Bel Kutner appeals for the regulation of medicinal cannabis alongside her son Davi, 19, who lives with tuberous sclerosis, autism, and epilepsy.

Anvisa to vote on draft regulation on the cultivation of cannabis this Wednesday (14)
Política
05/13/2025

Anvisa to vote on draft regulation on the cultivation of cannabis this Wednesday (14)

Draft discussed in a meeting with a YouTube broadcast contains points on THC limit, Sanitary control execution, import and export, destination of the cultivated plant among others

Event at Unicamp Discussed Revision of RDC 327/2019 by Anvisa
Política
05/12/2025

Event at Unicamp Discussed Revision of RDC 327/2019 by Anvisa

Conclusions from the groups will be sent to Anvisa through the open Public Consultation, with the aim of contributing to the revision of RDC 327

Biobizz: organic cultivation with purpose, innovation, and deep roots in the cannabis market
Negócios
05/09/2025

Biobizz: organic cultivation with purpose, innovation, and deep roots in the cannabis market

Biobizz, a global reference in organic cultivation, arrives in Brazil with sustainable solutions for the production of medicinal cannabis and participates as a Gold Sponsor of the Brazilian Congress on Medicinal Cannabis.

New Cannabinoid Discovered Reinforcing the Potential of Marijuana in Treating Childhood Cancer
Ciência & Tecnologia
05/09/2025

New Cannabinoid Discovered Reinforcing the Potential of Marijuana in Treating Childhood Cancer

Study identifies cannabielsoxa, a new cannabinoid from marijuana, and points out that other compounds from the plant may inhibit neuroblastoma cells, a type of cancer that primarily affects children.

Silvia Abravanel shares how cannabidiol helped her daughter cope with a rare disease
Saúde
05/08/2025

Silvia Abravanel shares how cannabidiol helped her daughter cope with a rare disease

Silvio Santos' daughter reveals how medical cannabis has improved her daughter's quality of life with galactosemia

UnB study evaluates quality standard of artisanal production of medicinal cannabis
Ciência & Tecnologia
05/07/2025

UnB study evaluates quality standard of artisanal production of medicinal cannabis

Groundbreaking research proves effectiveness and precision of the 'Herbalist Method' and reinforces the role of associations in the scientific development of Brazil

Scared of the toxicological test? Learn what can save you
Saúde
05/06/2025

Scared of the toxicological test? Learn what can save you

Test Clear has become a favorite among those looking to beat toxicological tests, but do their products really work?

Guaratinguetá opens doors for the debate on medicinal cannabis in Special Session at the Chamber
Política
05/06/2025

Guaratinguetá opens doors for the debate on medicinal cannabis in Special Session at the Chamber

Event brings together experts, authorities, and civil society to discuss the therapeutic use of the plant and the challenges of regulation in Brazil

Study reveals relief with cannabis in severe cases of epilepsy
Saúde
05/05/2025

Study reveals relief with cannabis in severe cases of epilepsy

19 Canadian patients with drug-resistant epilepsy experienced significant relief from seizures with the use of medicinal cannabis, including cases with over a year without seizures

One year after sanction, the medicinal cannabis law in Salvador is still not implemented
Saúde
05/05/2025

One year after sanction, the medicinal cannabis law in Salvador is still not implemented

Councilman André Fraga demands urgency and says there is a "lack of will" to put the measure into practice

With the STJ deadline approaching, Suplicy accelerates dialogue with the Government on cannabis regulation
Política
05/02/2025

With the STJ deadline approaching, Suplicy accelerates dialogue with the Government on cannabis regulation

Deputy participates in meetings with Anvisa, MAPA, and the Ministry of Health to discuss cultivation and the role of associations

Brazilian Medicinal Cannabis Congress opens online sales for 2025 edition
Negócios
05/01/2025

Brazilian Medicinal Cannabis Congress opens online sales for 2025 edition

Event reaches its 4th edition with a focus on health, science, and cannabis regulation in Brazil

“Good politics are made in defense of people,” says mayor of Bolsonaro's party about pioneering medicinal cannabis project in the interior of SP
Saúde
04/30/2025

“Good politics are made in defense of people,” says mayor of Bolsonaro's party about pioneering medicinal cannabis project in the interior of SP

In partnership with the Flor da Vida Association, mayor of conservative party opens medicinal cannabis clinic and advocates for free access to patients

Weight loss with cannabis? Study highlights potential of THCV in appetite and metabolism control
Ciência & Tecnologia
04/30/2025

Weight loss with cannabis? Study highlights potential of THCV in appetite and metabolism control

Compound present in cannabis demonstrates promising therapeutic effects in mucoadhesive strips, regulating appetite, metabolism, and insulin sensitivity

Experts and families demand implementation of law providing cannabis by SUS in Rio
Política
04/29/2025

Experts and families demand implementation of law providing cannabis by SUS in Rio

Public hearing at Alerj discussed the delay in the application of the already sanctioned legislation

Spain Bans HHC: Learn about the Banned Cannabinoids and the Impact on the Market
Psicodélicos
04/29/2025

Spain Bans HHC: Learn about the Banned Cannabinoids and the Impact on the Market

Spain has banned HHC and other cannabinoids. See what has changed with the new law, the affected substances, and what this reveals about the future of cannabis.

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‘Magic Plants’ and Autism: How a Children's Book Can Break Prejudices

04/26/2025

Inspired by real experiences and social activism, the book Lu leads the reader on a journey of empathy, discoveries, and new ways of understanding the world

Study highlights benefits of cannabis in pain, anxiety, and withdrawal control in residential treatment centers
Ciência & Tecnologia
04/25/2025

Study highlights benefits of cannabis in pain, anxiety, and withdrawal control in residential treatment centers

Medicinal cannabis may support recovery of substance abusers, study finds in Canada

Planting hemp is betting on the future: experts point out environmental and economic benefits in Deusa Cast
Negócios
04/24/2025

Planting hemp is betting on the future: experts point out environmental and economic benefits in Deusa Cast

Discover the environmental and economic benefits of hemp cultivation in Brazil with experts from the Cannabis Brazil Institute of Science and Technology in episode #34 of Deusa Cast

Brazilian laboratory launches unprecedented research on cannabis in the treatment of sequelae from ischemic stroke
Ciência & Tecnologia
04/21/2025

Brazilian laboratory launches unprecedented research on cannabis in the treatment of sequelae from ischemic stroke

UNILA study will investigate the therapeutic effects of CBD and THC in patients with neurological and motor limitations

Hemp Industry in Italy Challenges Decree Criminalizing Low-THC Flowers
Política Internacional
04/18/2025

Hemp Industry in Italy Challenges Decree Criminalizing Low-THC Flowers

Emergency decree ignores Parliament and sparks immediate reaction

The Rebirth of Dona Leny: Love, Parkinson's, and Hope with Medical Cannabis
Vidas Transformadas
04/17/2025

The Rebirth of Dona Leny: Love, Parkinson's, and Hope with Medical Cannabis

With the support of her family, our interviewee has seen significant improvements with the use of medical cannabis in her Parkinson's treatment. A story of affection, science, and hope

With technology and compliance, legal cannabis advances in the US and Brazil supported by pioneering financial solutions
Negócios
04/17/2025

With technology and compliance, legal cannabis advances in the US and Brazil supported by pioneering financial solutions

While in the US strategic partnerships ensure stability and compliance, in Brazil WEpayments stands out by facilitating payments in reais and integrating the entire chain with technology and security

The Impulse of Scientific Innovation in Cannabis, Even in a Vegetative State
Ciência & Tecnologia
04/17/2025

The Impulse of Scientific Innovation in Cannabis, Even in a Vegetative State

Between advances in nanotechnology, sustainable management, and breaking stigmas, Brazil is preparing to cultivate a new chapter in research and regulation of medicinal cannabis.

Outdoors about cannabidiol divide cities in ES and expose flaws in regulation
Cotidiano
04/16/2025

Outdoors about cannabidiol divide cities in ES and expose flaws in regulation

Ads about cannabidiol importation in Greater Vitória generate different reactions among municipalities and reignite the debate on the limits of advertising cannabis-derived products in Brazil

Is the current model of medicinal cannabis importation sustainable for the Brazilian market?
Negócios
04/15/2025

Is the current model of medicinal cannabis importation sustainable for the Brazilian market?

Experts point out regulatory and operational bottlenecks that challenge the consolidation of the national market, even after the advances of RDC 660/2022

Cannabis, Justice, and Health: A Necessary Conversation for Those Who Can No Longer Wait
Cotidiano
04/15/2025

Cannabis, Justice, and Health: A Necessary Conversation for Those Who Can No Longer Wait

Meeting at PUC-SP discusses cannabis associativism, social justice, and the right to health, bringing together activists, patients, and researchers in a conversation circle this Tuesday.

Schizophrenia Treatment: Cariprazine Stands Out in Cases with Substance Use
Saúde
04/15/2025

Schizophrenia Treatment: Cariprazine Stands Out in Cases with Substance Use

With innovative action in the brain, cariprazine emerges as an effective alternative for patients with severe mental disorders and substance use, including cannabis.

Cannabis Ointment Brings Hope to Eczema Patients and Improves Quality of Life
Saúde
04/10/2025

Cannabis Ointment Brings Hope to Eczema Patients and Improves Quality of Life

Study shows that ointment with CBD and CBG reduces eczema symptoms, improves skin hydration, and may lead to lesion remission in some patients