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
06/12/2018
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
06/06/2018
Our senior years involve plenty of precious memories — and, unfortunately, plenty of pills to take in many situations. So, it's no wonder that more people are looking into medical marijuana as a replacement for prescription drugs for the elderly. You might have a hard time associating ca Read More
06/05/2018
The marijuana industry is quickly growing all across the United States, as is its financial value. Forbes says the marijuana market was worth around $7.2 billion in 2016, with a projected annual compounded growth rate of 17 percent. Medical sales are expected to increase from $4.7 billion Read More
06/04/2018
We've covered small-scale studies on the impact of cannabis medicine such as the Connecticut Hospice's research and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia study on autism. But, due to research restrictions in the United States, not many researchers have had the chance to work with large s Read More
05/30/2018
During pregnancy, mothers are encouraged to take steps to keep themselves in optimal health. Obstetricians give expecting moms advice about healthy eating, exercise and things they should avoid during pregnancy to ensure that their baby is as healthy as possible. At the top of the list of Read More
05/28/2018
A felon is someone who has committed a serious crime. In common law, such a person would have served a minimum jail term of one year. With the legalization of medical marijuana in more than half the states in the U.S., many people are wondering if people with felony records will be able to Read More
05/24/2018
Many of the stigmas attached to cannabis as a gateway drug have vanquished as medical research studies continue to back marijuana as a therapeutic and viable treatment option in healing a myriad of health disorders and complications. When Pennsylvania legalized medical marijuana back in 20 Read More
