Canada Sunnybrook Hospital’s medical cannabis program paves way for better patient access While medical cannabis is excluded from the pharmaceutical supply chain, the deal sets a precedent for other health care institutions to follow suit Nick LabaMay 11, 2021
Canada Smell to feel well with The Cannabis Sommelier’s new book Terpenes for Well-Being... dives into the anti-stress techniques of aromatherapy while employing pot as an ingredient for self-care Natalia Buendia CalvilloMay 6, 2021
News Green Thumb enters Virginia market via Dharma Pharma deal The major US weed firm adds its 13th state and strong footing in the first adult-use market set to launch in the South Jared GnamMay 3, 2021
Canada Syqe receives Health Canada approval for medical cannabis inhaler Studies show the low-dose, smokeless device is effective at treating chronic pain without psychoactive effects Natalia Buendia CalvilloApril 28, 2021
Culture Singapore is the worst place in the world to smoke weed Punishments for possession include caning and the death penalty. Despite a global trend of reform, The Fine City remains staunch in its anti-drug stance John McMahonApril 15, 2021
Industry update Virginia governor approves medical cannabis flower for July 1 Advocates and state politicians are calling for Gov. Northam to also push adult-use legislation through this year Nick LabaMarch 25, 2021
Industry update Canada’s personal medical pot growers face strict new rules While Health Canada is looking to address concerns over illicit market diversion, advocates warn new strict rules could hurt patient access Jared GnamMarch 9, 2021
Industry update Switzerland allows doctors to directly prescribe medical cannabis The move should greatly expand access to medical cannabis. Previous legislation required approval from the country's federal health authority Natalia Buendia CalvilloMarch 8, 2021
Industry update Morocco moves to legalize cannabis for medical and industrial use Following a UN vote last year that recognized the medical value of weed, the North African hash haven is moving forward with reform Natalia Buendia CalvilloFebruary 26, 2021
Health and Safety Mexican university launches country’s first international medical cannabis diploma In an effort to educate doctors and improve patient access, Khiron Life Sciences and Tecnológico de Monterrey have teamed up to launch the program Natalia Buendia CalvilloFebruary 24, 2021