12/15/2017
Some may think medical marijuana for brain cancer is too good to be true. They may question if it does kill brain cancer cells. But while human clinical trials are still awaiting results, recent research is showing promise. Scientists and researchers for the past two decades have been t Read More
12/15/2017
Many wonder if medical marijuana cures cancer, shrinks tumors or at least eases symptoms and side effects of cancer or its treatments like chemotherapy. The main reason patients turn to cannabis for their cancer is to treat their debilitating side effects. And, while there's not yet an a Read More
11/22/2017
Cancer is one of the most pervasive diseases in the world — millions are diagnosed each year. The typical feature of most cancers is the mutation of healthy cells, causing tumors to form. There are more than 100 types of cancer. The fight to find a cure wages on, and multiple treatme Read More
11/22/2017
A standard treatment for cancer patients is chemotherapy. However, this treatment is a double-edged sword. On one hand, chemo is one of the most effective treatments for cancer. On the other, in addition to killing cancer cells it can attack healthy cells, such as those found in the st Read More
11/22/2017
Not every cancer patient experiences pain, but if you do, it can get in the way of your day-to-day life. Besides the physical limitations, it can make it harder to cope with your symptoms and sleep. Usually, doctors prescribe painkillers for cancer’s innate pain. However, medical mari Read More
11/22/2017
Cancer has impacted almost everyone in the United States. It could be the diagnosis of a co-worker, family member or close friend — maybe you’ve received this unwanted news from your doctor. There are more than 100 different types of cancer, and it’s estimated that more than 11 mil Read More
11/22/2017
Peripheral neuropathy occurs in about 10 to 20% of cancer patients. When a patient has peripheral neuropathy, their peripheral nervous system is damaged, making them feel numbness, tingling and other unusual sensations. We have pain and touch receptors to protect ourselves, so not being Read More
11/22/2017
Most states with a medical marijuana program allow patients to seek cannabis treatments for cancer. It affects millions — not only the patients diagnosed with the condition, but the families and friends fighting side-by-side with their loved ones. Medical marijuana has been shown to Read More
11/21/2017
If you have cancer, you may be qualified to get a medical marijuana card in your state. All it takes is an appointment with a marijuana doctor who can approve your condition. Once you have your card, you can take advantage of the many benefits cancer patients are finding for their d Read More
11/21/2017
There are many ways patients use marijuana in their cancer treatments. Some people use it to manage their cancer symptoms like pain, nausea, and vomiting. Others take cannabis to boost their mood on their difficult days. But medical marijuana for chemotherapy may also be something they Read More
