06/22/2018
With the increasing acceptance of marijuana in the United States, the herb has popped up in some of the most unexpected places. In addition to more frequent medical usage, recreational laws have opened the way for new trends and traditions. We've talked about "pot parties" for the elderly ... Read More
06/21/2018
As an increasing number of American states legalize the use of either medical marijuana or marijuana outright, experts are increasingly questioning the way marijuana is scheduled by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Currently, marijuana is included in Schedule I. These are literal ... Read More
06/20/2018
Within the medical marijuana community, there seems to be more misconceptions about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”) than any other healthcare or marijuana law. I was recently talking to a representative from a major medical marijuana industry technol ... Read More
06/19/2018
Chronic back pain impacts patients all over the United States. Accidents, improper lifting and age can all cause this common ailment. While we all experience back pain now and then, it can become severe enough to reduce your quality of life. You can try painkillers, but they don't always w ... Read More
06/15/2018
You may have noticed that medical marijuana patients tend to have a more holistic approach to life than other kinds of patients. Perhaps you consider yourself one of them. Even if you don't consider yourself a "hippie," you might have an interest in natural medicine now that you've experie ... Read More
06/14/2018
New York state lawmakers have a bill in the works that would include pets in the state's medical marijuana program. Originally proposed by Assemblywoman Amy Paulin, this bill could change the world of cannabis medicine as we know it. At the time of writing, it needs approval from the Senat ... Read More
06/13/2018
Cannabis and sex are often linked together. For centuries, marijuana has been used as an aphrodisiac in cultures around the globe. Many marijuana users, both those who use it medicinally and those who enjoy it recreationally, swear that cannabis dramatically enhances their sexual experienc ... Read More
06/12/2018
With medical marijuana only beginning to establish its place in the medical field, there are few useful resources for doctors on how to recommend cannabis to patients. You may recognize the health benefits medical marijuana can have for your patients, but are unsure of how to become a mari ... Read More
06/11/2018
Medical marijuana patients rely on dispensaries to provide their medicine. But, sometimes a dispensary doesn't work out for someone. If you were thinking about changing pharmacies, you can transfer a prescription online or by phone. But, not every state lets dispensaries make the process a ... Read More
06/08/2018
Currently, medical marijuana is legal in 29 U.S. states. New York joined the crusade in July 2014, when Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature passed the Compassionate Care Act. The law aims to regulate the "manufacture, sale and use of medical marijuana." The act also str ... Read More
