The New Milford Town Council has unanimously voted to extend the town's moratorium on recreational cannabis sales for an additional six months. This decision, made during the council meeting on May 27, 2025, aims to provide local officials with more time to assess the potential impacts of permitting such sales within the community.Mayor Pete Bass highlighted concerns regarding … [Read more...] about New Milford Extends Moratorium on Recreational Cannabis Sales for Further Evaluation
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Marijuana and Neuropathic Facial Pain: A Growing Avenue of Relief
Neuropathic facial pain—often debilitating and resistant to conventional therapies—is gaining attention in the medical community as researchers and patients alike explore alternative treatment options. One promising avenue involves the use of medical marijuana to alleviate chronic pain associated with conditions like trigeminal neuralgia, postherpetic neuralgia, and atypical … [Read more...] about Marijuana and Neuropathic Facial Pain: A Growing Avenue of Relief
Exploring Medical Marijuana as a Treatment for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a debilitating neurological condition characterized by chronic, severe pain, often following an injury. Traditionally, treatments have included physical therapy, medications, and nerve blocks. However, recent research and patient reports suggest that medical marijuana may offer a promising adjunctive therapy for managing CRPS … [Read more...] about Exploring Medical Marijuana as a Treatment for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Exploring the Role of Medical Cannabis in Treating Crohn’s Disease
Crohn’s disease, a chronic inflammatory bowel condition, affects millions worldwide, leading to symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fatigue. While conventional treatments like immunosuppressants and biologics are standard, some patients seek alternative therapies, including medical cannabis, to alleviate symptoms.Understanding the Potential BenefitsCannabis contains … [Read more...] about Exploring the Role of Medical Cannabis in Treating Crohn’s Disease
Exploring the Potential of Medical Marijuana in Treating Vulvodynia and Vulvar Burning
Vulvodynia and vulvar burning are chronic pain conditions affecting many women, leading to significant discomfort and diminished quality of life. While traditional treatments have provided limited relief for some, emerging research suggests that medical marijuana may offer a promising alternative.Understanding Vulvodynia and Vulvar BurningVulvodynia is characterized by … [Read more...] about Exploring the Potential of Medical Marijuana in Treating Vulvodynia and Vulvar Burning
Medical Marijuana Shows Promise in Treating Intractable Spasticity Caused by Spinal Cord Nervous Tissue Damage
Medical marijuana is emerging as a viable treatment option for patients suffering from intractable spasticity due to damage to the nervous tissue of the spinal cord. This condition, often resulting from trauma, degenerative diseases, or multiple sclerosis, leads to persistent muscle stiffness and involuntary spasms that significantly reduce quality of life.Spasticity occurs … [Read more...] about Medical Marijuana Shows Promise in Treating Intractable Spasticity Caused by Spinal Cord Nervous Tissue Damage
Connecticut Cannabis Sales Approach $100 Million in 2025 After Robust April
Connecticut’s legal cannabis market continues its steady expansion, with combined adult-use and medical marijuana sales reaching $23.8 million in April, according to newly released data from the Department of Consumer Protection (DCP). This figure pushes the state's year-to-date total to nearly $100 million, underscoring the sustained growth of the regulated industry.In April … [Read more...] about Connecticut Cannabis Sales Approach $100 Million in 2025 After Robust April
Connecticut Cannabis Crackdown Raises Fears of a New Era in the War on Drugs
Connecticut’s top prosecutor, Attorney General William Tong, is championing a controversial bill that would stiffen penalties on illegal cannabis sales, but critics say it’s a wolf in progressive clothing—repackaging the war on drugs under the guise of public safety.The proposed legislation, House Bill 7181, would slap felony charges on cannabis shops that sell synthetic … [Read more...] about Connecticut Cannabis Crackdown Raises Fears of a New Era in the War on Drugs
Smoke Signals: East Haven Shop Gets Burned by the State
In a turn of events that probably made a bong cough, the State of Connecticut just laid the legal smackdown on an East Haven smoke shop to the tune of $5 million. Yes, million—with an “M.” The Attorney General’s office confirmed that the shop was peddling cannabis products like it was still 2019, blissfully ignoring the fact that adult-use cannabis is regulated, licensed, and … [Read more...] about Smoke Signals: East Haven Shop Gets Burned by the State
Connecticut Town Enacts Public Smoking and Vaping Ban
In a decisive move to promote public health and environmental cleanliness, a Connecticut town has implemented a sweeping ban on smoking and vaping in public spaces. The new ordinance prohibits the use of cigarettes, marijuana, and e-cigarettes in areas such as parks, sidewalks, and other municipal properties.This action aligns with a growing trend among Connecticut … [Read more...] about Connecticut Town Enacts Public Smoking and Vaping Ban