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Recently, the University of Oxford began an international study to examine the potential therapeutic benefits of cannabidiol (CBD) in treating psychosis or psychotic symptoms.

Cannabidiol for Potentially Treating Psychosis: International Study Launched by University of Oxford

Cannabidiol (CBD) was recently studied in Mexico as a treatment for traumatic brain injury and Parkinson’s Disease.

Recent Studies from Medical Marijuana Inc. Test Cannabidiol for Treatment of Two Conditions

Starting July 1, 2023, Australia will allow the use of psilocybin and 3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) for therapeutic use in a medical setting to treat mental health conditions.

Australia to Reschedule Psilocybin and MDMA for Therapeutic Use Starting in July 2023

A farmer in Ireland who was arrested for growing and selling cannabis from his farm received a suspended sentence. Currently, cannabis is illegal in Ireland, except within a limited medical program.

Irish Farmer Avoids Jail Time for Producing Cannabis for Seriously Ill Customers

Starting January 1, 2023, every insurance provider in Colombia must cover the costs of medical cannabis prescriptions for patients.

Colombia Reaffirms Insurance Coverage for Medical Cannabis Products

Village Farms International, Inc., announced that starting later this month it will increase its global presence by beginning to ship cannabis products to the Israeli medical market.