If you or someone you know struggles with cannabis dependence, new treatments are finally in development—because right now, there are zero FDA-approved medications to help. ZME Science reports on the University at Buffalo study (Journal of Psychoactive Drugs) finding cannabis beverage users cut weekly alcohol intake from 7.02 to 3.35 drinks—nearly in half. Among 438 adults surveyed, 62.6% reduced or stopped drinking alcohol entirely, with fewer binge episodes reported.
Oregon Proposes 17% Tax on Hemp-Derived Cannabinoid Products in 2026 Session
Oregon wants to tax hemp CBD and cannabinoid products at the same 17% rate as marijuana, which could significantly raise prices on the wellness products you buy. Oregon’s 2026 short session (35 days) includes HB 4139, which would impose a 17% retail sales tax on industrial hemp-derived cannabinoid products—matching the marijuana tax rate. The bill also defines ‘container’ and ‘industrial hemp-derived cannabinoid product,’ requires individually packaged edibles capped at 10mg per piece, and mandates criminal background checks for hemp handlers.