Chronic pain can be so debilitating that sufferers often turn to powerful opioid narcotics to find relief. These drugs are not only addictive, but they’re also notoriously toxic. Nearly 30,000 people died from opioid overdoses in 2014 alone. Medical cannabis for chronic pain has been shown to be an extremely effective treatment and much safer […]
Medical cannabis for osteoarthritis delivers many areas of effectiveness, but its anti-inflammatory and analgesic role for pain relief qualities are the most powerful — these are the two most common symptoms of OA. The pain with osteoarthritis can be very uncomfortable and discouraging, but with medical cannabis, you can eliminate it. Medical marijuana has both […]
As we mentioned earlier, Canada became the second country to legalize recreational marijuana on a national level. So, who was the first? Uruguay became the first nation with recreational cannabis almost five years ago in 2013. If there wasn’t much of an international impact in response to Uruguay’s decision, how will Canada make a change? […]
Most Recent Information for the Office Of Medical Marijuana Use as of July 20, 2018 Qualified Patients: (Active ID Card) 104,084 Total Patient Count – 138,558 Patients added since last update: 2,714 Processing Time for Complete Paper Application: 5 days Processing Time for Complete Online Application: 5 days Ordering Physician Count – 1,572 Approved Medical […]
The FDA-approved study is the first of its kind because it allows researchers to actually give veterans pot to smoke. Up until now, studies on medical marijuana and post-traumatic stress disorder have all been observational. That means researchers were aware of the fact that the study participants were smoking up or otherwise using weed. But […]
Lately, cannabis is showing promise in providing relief to patients who aren’t finding relief from other types of treatment. This efficacy is mainly due to the relationship of the substance to your internal endocannabinoid system. Inhaling marijuana can thwart diabetic neuropathy pain while not impairing cognitive function significantly, according to a new study. And, the […]
Most Recent Information for the Office Of Medical Marijuana Use as of June 18, 2018 Patient Count – 120,351* Patients added since last update: 3,223 Ordering Physician Count – 1,339 Approved Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers: 13 Approved Retail Dispensing Locations: 43 Processing Time for Complete Paper Application: 13 days Processing Time for Complete Online Application: […]
Medical marijuana can be an alternative medicine for back pain, and it does not have the same side effects association with traditionally chronic pain medications. Marijuana for back pain can help with your back pain in the following ways: Reduce or eliminate your pain so you can live an active life. Reduce or eliminate your […]
Although researchers still need more information, we know that cannabinoids, which are the active compounds in marijuana, engage your endocannabinoid system (ECS). Your endocannabinoid system is a vast network of cell receptors responsible for several bodily functions that include: Memory Mood Pain perception Sleep Mobility Metabolism and appetite Immune function According to the National Cancer […]
Last Friday, Leon County Circuit Court Judge Karen Gievers ruled that patients “have the right to use the form of medical marijuana for treatment of their debilitating medical conditions as recommended by their certified physicians.” This is a big win for patient rights in Florida. After voters overwhelmingly approved the medical marijuana constitutional amendment in […]
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