Drug culture

CannabisNewsWire Returns as a Media Sponsor for GIE Media’s Cannabis Conference 2021

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Monday, May 3, 2021

b'DENVER, May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via CannabisNewsWire -- CannabisNewsWire (\xe2\x80\x9cCNW\xe2\x80\x9d), a specialized communications platform for the cannabis sector and one of the 50+ brands within the InvestorBrandNetwork (\xe2\x80\x9cIBN\xe2\x80\x9d), is pleased to announced that it has been re-engaged by GIE Media to serve as a media sponsor of Cannabis Conference 2021 , presented by Cannabis Business Times, Cannabis Dispensary and Hemp Grower magazines.

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  • b'DENVER, May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via CannabisNewsWire -- CannabisNewsWire (\xe2\x80\x9cCNW\xe2\x80\x9d), a specialized communications platform for the cannabis sector and one of the 50+ brands within the InvestorBrandNetwork (\xe2\x80\x9cIBN\xe2\x80\x9d), is pleased to announced that it has been re-engaged by GIE Media to serve as a media sponsor of Cannabis Conference 2021 , presented by Cannabis Business Times, Cannabis Dispensary and Hemp Grower magazines.
  • Cannabis Conference 2021 is set to be held at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Aug. 24-26, 2021.\nAs the only industry conference dedicated exclusively to plant-touching cannabis businesses, the Cannabis Conference has established a well-earned reputation for delivering the highest level of education for dispensary and cultivation professionals throughout the world.
  • This year\xe2\x80\x99s conference will feature in-depth educational programming on cannabis cultivation and business operations, as well as the most informed industry perspectives on retail management and customer engagement.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cCNW, IBN and its brand network have done a stellar job in heightening the awareness of our past events.

AWH Opens Downtown Boston's First Adult-Use Cannabis Dispensary

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Monday, May 3, 2021

b'BOSTON, May 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Ascend Wellness Holdings, Inc. ("AWH" or the "Company"), a multi-state cannabis operator, announced today the opening of itsflagship downtown Boston cannabis dispensary.

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  • b'BOSTON, May 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Ascend Wellness Holdings, Inc. ("AWH" or the "Company"), a multi-state cannabis operator, announced today the opening of itsflagship downtown Boston cannabis dispensary.
  • The opening marks AWH\'s first retail location in Massachusetts and the first recreational dispensary to operate in the downtown Boston area.\nLocated at 272 Friend Street in the center of downtown Boston, the dispensary was designed to create a unique and compelling shopping experience for adult-use customers.
  • "The first of three dispensaries planned across Massachusetts, the new location will dramatically improve consumer access to high-quality cannabis products in Boston.
  • "\nAndrea Cabral, CEO of Ascend Massachusetts, an AWH subsidiary, added, "We\'re eager to introduce our Boston-based customers to an entirely new, state-of-the-art cannabis retail experience based on innovation and education.

Medivolve Announces Appointment of David Preiner as New Chief Executive Officer

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Friday, April 30, 2021

b'TORONTO, April 30, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Medivolve Inc. (\xe2\x80\x9cMedivolve\xe2\x80\x9d) (NEO:MEDV; OTC:COPRF; FRA:4NC) a healthcare investment management company that seeks out disruptive technologies, ground-breaking innovations and exclusive partnerships to help combat COVID-19, today announced that David Preiner has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately.

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  • b'TORONTO, April 30, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Medivolve Inc. (\xe2\x80\x9cMedivolve\xe2\x80\x9d) (NEO:MEDV; OTC:COPRF; FRA:4NC) a healthcare investment management company that seeks out disruptive technologies, ground-breaking innovations and exclusive partnerships to help combat COVID-19, today announced that David Preiner has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately.
  • Preiner will succeed Doug Sommerville, who will assist as a transitionary advisor to the new CEO.
  • At Biotii Technologies, he worked to unlock the therapeutic potential of synthetic cannabinoids in treating a broad range of disease conditions.
  • Before resuming his education, he co-founded, led and successfully grew four startups.\nOutside of healthcare innovation, Preiner is also known for his humanitarian work.

BetterLife Files Patent for Invention of Novel Subcutaneous Implant to Prevent Drug Diversion of LSD and Other Psychedelic Drugs

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Thursday, April 29, 2021

A problem associated with the dispensing of controlled substances is the risk of the patient self-administering a larger dose than prescribed.

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  • A problem associated with the dispensing of controlled substances is the risk of the patient self-administering a larger dose than prescribed.
  • This can result in addiction, intoxication, overdose, and possibly death.
  • The application of our novel implantable subcutaneous product will enable widespread use of such drugs without the associated risks of unintentional misdosing or intentional diversion.\xe2\x80\x9d\nBetterLife\xe2\x80\x99s novel implantable subcutaneous product allows for the administration of one or more drugs.
  • It can be potentially used for extended release or other controlled release needs.

Embark Delta Inc. Restocks Solventless Concentrate Products to Province of Ontario

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Wednesday, April 28, 2021

The OCS is the wholesaler and online retailer for recreational cannabis in the province of Ontario.\nBruce Dawson-Scully, CEO stated, "With Ontario holding the greatest number of stores among the provinces, we are happy to continue fulfillment of our solventless concentrate brands and products to the province of Ontario.

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  • The OCS is the wholesaler and online retailer for recreational cannabis in the province of Ontario.\nBruce Dawson-Scully, CEO stated, "With Ontario holding the greatest number of stores among the provinces, we are happy to continue fulfillment of our solventless concentrate brands and products to the province of Ontario.
  • "\nTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:\nHank is Embark\'s flagship concentrate brand under its solventless line.
  • The Hazel Hash Sticks are a unique solventless concentrate for discerning cannabis connoisseurs who wish to expand their "go-to" options for concentrates.
  • Embark continues to be at the forefront of production of concentrate products including bubble hash, traditional pressed hash, rosin, and dry sift.

Embark Delta Inc. Completes First Shipment to Province of Manitoba

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Wednesday, April 28, 2021

The Hank Bubble Hash is produced from quality whole flower trichome heads only, resulting in a flavourful experience.

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  • The Hank Bubble Hash is produced from quality whole flower trichome heads only, resulting in a flavourful experience.
  • Produced through ice water extraction, the result is a light and golden hued, dabbable concentrate.
  • The hash sticks come in a pre-roll form, hand-crafted into a 1-gram hollow tube, and contains no paper or filter.
  • Embark continues to be at the forefront of production of concentrate products including bubble hash, traditional pressed hash, rosin, and dry sift.

City View Green Holdings Inc. and Budd Hutt Inc. Open First Retail Cannabis Store in Morinville, Alberta

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Wednesday, April 28, 2021

"\nRob Fia, CEO & President of City View, commented:\n"We are excited that Budd Hutt has opened its first store in Morinville, Alberta.

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  • "\nRob Fia, CEO & President of City View, commented:\n"We are excited that Budd Hutt has opened its first store in Morinville, Alberta.
  • These Budd Hutt store openings represent a cash flow opportunity for Budd Hutt and in turn generates significant value for City View and its shareholders.
  • Budd Hutt intends to secure shelf space and distribution opportunities for City View\'s products.\nAbout City View Green Holdings Inc.\nCity View is a leading food company focused on the development of cannabis-infused edibles.
  • In addition, City View owns a 27.5% stake in Budd Hutt Inc. ("Budd Hutt"), a retail-focused cannabis company with access to cannabis cultivation and production licences in Alberta and other retail opportunities across Canada.

Oklahoma and Appriss Health Announce First Year Outcomes on Integration of Prescription Drug Monitoring Program Data into Providers' Electronic Workflows Advancing

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Wednesday, April 28, 2021

This integration is an essential component of our statewide strategy to reduce the misuse of prescription drugs in Oklahoma.

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  • This integration is an essential component of our statewide strategy to reduce the misuse of prescription drugs in Oklahoma.
  • "\nThe OBN is fully paying for the state\'s physicians to connect to the state\'s PMP database using Appriss Health\'s PMP Gateway solution for a minimum of two years.
  • Since 2020, there are 98 organizations, 1,110 facilities, and more than 8,000 prescribers integrated through PMP Gateway.
  • There were 197 drug overdose deaths that involved opioids in Oklahoma in 2019, of which 35% involved pharmaceutical opioids.

PSYC CEO, David Flores, To Be Featured on Live Cheddar TV Segment

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Tuesday, April 27, 2021

This is based on encouraging data and information from ongoing research and studies into the therapeutic benefits of specific psychedelic compounds.\n\xe2\x80\x9cI am very excited for this wonderful opportunity to have PSYC featured on the Cheddar TV network,\xe2\x80\x9d said Flores.

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  • This is based on encouraging data and information from ongoing research and studies into the therapeutic benefits of specific psychedelic compounds.\n\xe2\x80\x9cI am very excited for this wonderful opportunity to have PSYC featured on the Cheddar TV network,\xe2\x80\x9d said Flores.
  • Forward-looking statements are not a guarantee of future performance or results and will not necessarily be accurate indications of the times at, or by, which such performance or results will be achieved.
  • We support a harm reduction approach for the purpose of education and promoting individual and public safety.
  • If you are choosing to use psychedelic substances, please do so responsibly.\n'

InventHelp Inventor Develops Improved Concentrate Rig for Marijuana Concentrates (SOG-508)

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Monday, April 26, 2021

My design is easy to use, it minimizes waste and it could make a smoking session more enjoyable.

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  • My design is easy to use, it minimizes waste and it could make a smoking session more enjoyable.
  • "\nThe invention provides an improved concentrate rig for use with marijuana concentrates.
  • The invention features a simple and portable design that can be quickly assembled and set up for use so it is ideal for marijuana smokers and consumers who use marijuana.
  • Additionally, it is producible in design variations and a prototype is available.\nThe original design was submitted to the Sacramento sales office of InventHelp.