How a Doctor Came to Believe in Medical Marijuana
A California M.D. says it’s time to repeal marijuana-prohibition laws. ‘At long last and practically against my will, I am doing the right thing,’ writes Daniela Drake.
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Prospero’s Grow Week 12: Almost Harvest Time, Strong Cannabis Smell
After almost 3 months of growing my own cannabis in my apartment, it’s almost harvest time. I want to take a second and address the issue of cannabis smell.
Edibles Review: Flo Energy Drink
Flo Energy Drink is an awesome medicated beverage that tastes great and supplies boundless energy.
Medicinal Marijuana Stops Seizures, Brings Hope to a Little Black Forest Girl
Charlotte was having violent seizures 20, 40, 60 times a day. Her parents tried at least a dozen medications, many with harmful side effects. Despite some promising starts, nothing worked. CPR brought…
Even More Science Suggesting Cannabinoids May Halt Diabetes
Based on these data, it can be suggested that THCV may be useful for the treatment of the metabolic syndrome and/or type 2 diabetes (adult onset diabetes)
Marijuana-Based Medicines Okayed in France
France has modified its Public Health Code to allow for the use of marijuana-based medicines, apparently including raw marijuana itself.
Marijuana Is the Gateway Drug
Marijuana is the gateway drug … the gateway to health. Countless studies have shown that marijuana is safer than both alcohol and cigarettes.
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NJ Panel Approves Bill to Ease MMJ Access for Sick Kids
This measure will allow more sick kids MMJ access, and was introduced because of a family's inability to obtain a psychiatrist's endorsement.
Studies: Cannabinoids Protect the Brain, Heart From Injury
Recent preclinical studies published over the past several weeks provide further evidence that cannabinoids are both neuroprotective and cardioprotective.
Compassionate Idaho Is Now a Chapter of ASA
We have Exciting news to share!! Compassionate Idaho is now a chapter of Americans For Safe Access (ASA)!
Medical Marijuana Update (2013.06.05)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of June 5, 2013:
D.C. Medical Marijuana Recommendations Finally Available, Even if Pot Isn't
The Institute of Multidimensional Medicine (TIMM), a holistic medical practice in D.C. that sits right along M Street NW in the West End. There's an infrared sauna, a colon hydrotherapy machine and calming room for acupuncture. And now they can prescribe you something else to help ease your pain: medical marijuana.
Baby Boomers: Overlooked Customers No More
But as the baby boomers continue to get older, they are returning to enjoying the herb for both recreational and medicinal purposes
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Democrats Call on IRS to Ease Up on Marijuana Businesses
Five democratic Reps stood in front of the capital with the cannabis industry to call for new laws allowing marijuana businesses to claim deductions.
We Sent Bloomberg Studies Showing Medical Weed Is Not a Hoax
Last week, Michael Bloomberg called medical cannabis “one of the greatest hoaxes of all time,” ignoring countless scientific studies that have shown the plant’s usefulness..
My Favorite Strains: Super Lemon Haze
Super Lemon Haze is a great sativa-dominant strain that enables me to get things done. A cross between...
Melissa Etheridge: Pot Got Me Through
"My close friends told me that, as an alternative, medical marijuana was a natural way to help with the excruciating side effects of chemo. It worked. The entire experience changed my life. It opened my mind to a new way of thinking about my body, my health and the future." - Melissa Etheridge
Regulate Marijuana, Don’t Prosecute It
Thursday’s raid on The Greener Side, a medical marijuana resource center, can hardly be considered a top priority.