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05/24/2018 / By Janine Acero

More older patients say they’re willing to try medical marijuana if their doctor recommends it

Managing pain gets more challenging as people age. There are many ways to control pain, from home remedies to cannabis or marijuana. A new national poll has found that few older adults use medical marijuana for pain management, but a majority support its use if a doctor recommends it, and may even talk to their own physician about it […]

05/23/2018 / By Tracey Watson

CBD oil: A miracle oil that relieves anxiety without causing a high

Anxiety is truly one of the greatest afflictions of our time. Many of the so-called “conveniences” that are supposed to make modern life easier and more enjoyable, including the Internet, social media, emails, WhatsApp, etc., invade our lives, leaving us little time to disconnect and maintain a state of calm. We are left feeling anxious […]

02/13/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Marijuana laws in New Jersey are loosening restrictions in the wake of a young boy’s tragic death to rare cancer

Phil Murphy, New Jersey’s governor, has recently signed “an executive order for broader medical marijuana access.” Jake Honig, a seven-year-old boy who died last January due to a rare bone cancer, seems to have moved the governor to make this particular decision. Jake, who received the nickname “Jake the Tank” because of the strength he […]

01/12/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Don’t reverse progress: Criminalizing cannabis could backfire

A cannabis researcher has weighed in on Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ decision to “rescind Obama-era directives that eased federal enforcement of state-legalized recreational marijuana.” Hans Breiter, a professor at Northwestern University, warns that instead of reversing cannabis legalization approved by voters, the focus must be on research that can further our understanding of cannabis. Breiter, who is recognized […]

11/12/2017 / By Zoey Sky

Inhaler for insomniacs? Inventor of cannabis inhaler says users wake up refreshed

No matter what timezone you’re in, each night millions of people struggle with insomnia. However, ICANSLEEP, a cannabis inhaler, can be the answer to this sleep disorder. The product, which looks like an inhaler, can allegedly help you fall asleep in 10 minutes or less, claims the ICANSLEEP’s inventor. When used, the cannabis inhaler will […]

08/31/2016 / By medicalmarijuanaupdate

Barry Hirsch, MD: Why I will vote to legalize marijuana

In November I will be voting for the legalization of marijuana, but not because I think it is safe or has clear medical benefits as outlined by the Drug Enforcement Agency’s denied petition to reschedule marijuana. Article by Gazettenet Our entire approach to this issue has sent a very dangerous message to the public and to […]

08/23/2016 / By medicalmarijuanaupdate

Doctors Struggle With Medical Marijuana Knowledge Gap

When Dr. Nik Patel decided he needed to give his patients better-informed advice on the potential benefits of marijuana therapy, he had to arrange his own training on the subject. (Article by Shefali Luthra) So Patel, a family physician in East Los Angeles, signed up for a couple of courses online and read extensive material […]

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