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Two reasons why amending Vermont's cannabis law would be a step backward - Commentary by physicians published

February 28, 2024, 6:01 am, Opinion by Dr. Catherine Antley and Dr. Lisa K. Catapano-Friedman The House Government Operations Committee...

For Marijuana Users, Even Legalization Doesn’t Guarantee Safety

As The Wall Street Journal reports, marijuana contaminated with arsenic, lead or mold is causing serious, even life-threatening...

Vermont Kids under 10 Experienced the Greatest Increase in Overdose Related ED Visits

Cannabis was among the most common substances. Kids under 10 experienced the greatest increase in non-fatal overdose-related ED visits.

Marijuana addiction is real. Those struggling often face skepticism.

Medical experts and even many proponents of legalized marijuana acknowledge it can be addictive — akin to alcohol or some prescription drugs

ER visits for children sickened from marijuana surged during the pandemic

Children under age 11 saw a 214% increase in ER visits for marijuana poisoning

Marijuana linked to mental health risks in young adults, growing evidence shows

New research, involving millions of people worldwide over decades, adds to worries that heavy use of high-potency cannabis could...

New Studies Show Cannabis Causes Impairment for Longer Than Previously Known

New studies reveal impairment from smoking cannabis lasts longer than previously thought.

Vermont cannabis grower pays heavy fine for New York delivery

A Notice of Violation from the Vermont Cannabis Control Board cites video evidence of Devon Deyhle, owner of Tall Truck (a Tier 1 indoor...

CANNABIS CONTROL BOARD ISSUES MEMO ON ENFORCEMENT REMINDERS

CCB Rule 2.8.9 provides that “Retailers shall display a safety information flyer created by the Board at the point of purchase, in...