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There’s No Proof Smoking Weed Occasionally Is Harmful, Says Top Federal Drug Official

“There’s no evidence to my knowledge that occasional [adult] marijuana use has harmful effects," said Director of NIDA, Dr. Nora Volkow.

New York City First In The US To Open Safe Injection Sites For Illegal Drugs

These harm reduction services will play an important role in helping to curb the drug overdose crisis plaguing New York City and the United States.

New Zealand: First In World To Legalize Drug Checking At Public Events

The decision is a landmark ruling that stresses harm reduction for individuals by testing often illicit substances they plan to consume.

CDC Warns Of Stoned Driving Risks, Offers Workplace Cannabis Policy Advice

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is giving advice to businesses on how to develop marijuana policies.

Florida Lawmaker: Decriminalize Illicit Drugs, Lower Cannabis Penalties

Under the bill, anyone with a criminal record for past cannabis-related offenses would be eligible for an automatic expungement within a year.

California Develops Standardized Marijuana Testing In Attempt To Clear Up Inconsistencies

With a standardized method, laboratories can more easily identify and correct problems, and it will serve as an additional mechanism to ensure integrity.

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