Cannabis
Sick American basketball player jailed in Indonesia over cannabis gummies pleads for early release
Jarred Shaw admitted to importing 132 cannabis gummies but only to help relieve the symptoms of Crohn's disease. He was sentenced to 26 months in prison.
The study that revealed what a single inhalation of cannabis does to the lungs
Smoking cannabis at an older age? A study shows it may actually help the brain
The quiet danger of cannabis: You fall asleep easily – and pay the price in sleep
What are the negative effects of smoking cannabis? - study
This study examined how cannabis smoking affects the biological process of aging and the answers aren’t so great. The good news is that the damage is reversible.
Super-Pharm to independently import, sell medical cannabis in Israel
This follows several steps taken in Israel to make the use of medical cannabis more efficient for those who need it.
Herzog, Sa'ar call on convicted cannabis users to request clemency
The President and Justice Minister are working to decriminalize the personal use of cannabis and make it an administrative offense as part of a broader push to reform Israel's penal system.
Israel will remove CBD from Dangerous Drug Ordinance
CBD, the second-most prevalent active ingredient in marijuana, will now be imported into Israel but will not be used in food, supplements or cosmetics.
Marijuana for trauma: Report shows positive effects of medical cannabis
An Israeli medical center and cannabis producer are making a joint effort to report weed’s benefits.
Sa'ar drafts decriminalization of cannabis plan
The justice minister's new bill aims to make cannabis offenses punishable by a NIS 1,000 fine on each occurrence.
Sa'ar drafts decriminalization of cannabis plan
Justice Minister Gidon Sa'ar's new bill aims to make cannabis offenses punishable by a NIS 1,000 fine on each occurrence.
Israeli-Canadian company makes leap in medical treatment with CBD
A major roadblock for the CBD pharmaceutical field has been smashed by Israeli-Canadian company Innocan Pharma.
Is weed bad for you? Brain function could be impacted when sober - study
Cannabis has numerous positive qualities and is often prescribed as a medication. But residual effects can impact cognitive function even when one sobers up.
Can weed stop COVID-19? Two hemp compounds might - study
Compounds found in cannabis sativa seem to target the coronavirus spike protein, its main method of infection.
