Could cannabinoids have a role to play in developing Alzheimer’s cure? Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common form of dementia, and accounts for around 50-70 per cent of all dementia cases. It is a progressive condition, with symptoms – including memory loss, confusion, spatial difficulties, obsessiveness, difficulty eating and more – steadily worsening over a number of years. The disease …
University of Canberra announces $1 million medical cannabis trial for skin cancer
On June 30, the University of Canberra (UC) announced plans to undertake a $1 million study into medicinal marijuana as a form of treatment for skin cancer. The two-year project will be run in collaboration with Cann Pharmaceutical, an international pharmaceutical company that will provide researchers not only with funding but also with access to medical-grade strains of cannabis. What is melanoma? …
38- year NZ study finds cannabis linked to just one physical health problem
As more jurisdictions around the world move toward regulating their respective cannabis markets, the debate over the legalisation of medical marijuana in New Zealand is becoming more of a matter of ‘when’ rather than ‘if’. Physicians, lawmakers and other influential figures in the healthcare sector must be aware of the relevant research in order to make an informed decision when it comes …
A look inside one of the largest medicinal cannabis companies in the world
The medicinal cannabis (marijuana) law reforms that are taking place in many parts of the world have opened the floodgates for a new wave of innovation. Backed by science and built on professional business models, a number of cannabis-oriented companies have come to prominence, providing patients within their jurisdictions access to a range of high-quality products. Such enterprises are bound by strict …
Cannabis Law reform, Auckland town hall
Dr Huhana Hickey speaks at Community CAN Start the conversation Huhana speaks about Sativex, the costs, unity and police harassment at the Community CAN start the conversation meeting held in Auckland on the 27th of June 2016 Cannabis Law Reform A meeting was held at the Auckland town hall on Monday the 27th June 2016, discussing Cannabis Law reform. The …
7 terpenes every cannabis connoisseur should be familiar with
Cannabis Terpenes While the aroma of marijuana is unmistakable to the seasoned nose, it’s fairly difficult to describe in words exactly what it smells like. Some strains have a hint of sweetness to them, some vaguely recall the odour of a skunk, while others are downright fruity. A quick overview of cannabis terpenes Which part of the cannabis plant produces …
Helen Clark did not confront Peter Dunne on cannabis
The Cannabis Party publishing false claims Updated 10/06/16: Peter Dunne has responded and confirmed that The Cannabis Party published false information. According to the Minister the claims “are simply untrue & typical of the brain addled nonsense & lies this group peddles” This comes after our earlier update on the twitter request by cannabis related website NZ Weed for confirmation on the claims that Helen …
How much cannabis tax revenue is NZ missing out on?
With very similar population sizes, Colorado is the ideal state in the USA to use as a benchmark for potential tax revenue a “marijuana tax” could net the New Zealand government. The state with a population of just over five million, was able to distribute approximately US$52 million to the health sector, US$38 million to education and a further US$9 million …
Politician Daniel Andrews unveils his medical cannabis crop in Australia
In New Zealand’s antiquated anti-cannabis political landscape, it’s difficult to imagine a politician or anyone in power posting online about how their medical marijuana grow operation is progressing. Across the ditch in Australia, however, that’s exactly what happened earlier this month, when the Premier of Victoria, Daniel Andrews, proudly shared pictures of his medicinal cannabis crop on Facebook. Understanding Victoria’s relationship …
Could cannabis be used to treat psychosis?
Medicinal cannabis has been proven to be effective in alleviating a range of ailments, from chronic pain associated with cancer and HIV to the frequency of seizures in those living with epilepsy. While most of the medicinal benefits of cannabis are of a physiological nature, more research is coming to light that indicates it may also be a valuable tool for …