NFL Makes Huge Shift in Marijuana Policy

NFL Makes Huge Shift in Marijuana Policy

There’s no doubt that football is a dangerous sport. Players put themselves in physical danger every time they step out onto the gridiron. Unfortunately, and unsurprisingly, many players end up abusing prescription drugs to deal with the near-constant pain that accompanies on-the-field injuries. Marijuana products, including CBD oil, have shown effectiveness in managing pain in

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Nearly Half of People Using CBD Products Stop Taking Traditional Medicines

Nearly Half of People Using CBD Products Stop Taking Traditional Medicines

Many people search for alternatives to medications produced by the pharmaceutical industry. Those who opt for CBD products have found a solution that allows them to leave traditional medicines behind. In a survey conducted by the Brightfield Group, patients of the digital cannabis healthcare platform HelloMD were asked questions about their CBD use. 42 percent

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Marijuana for Migraine Treatment?

Marijuana for Migraine Treatment?

In the United States, 13% of the U.S. population, or 38 million people, suffer from migraine headaches. According to the Migraine Research Foundation1, the impact of this chronic disorder is staggering. 85% of migraine sufferers are women. Migraines are the 3rd most common illness in the world and the 6th most disabling. Migraine healthcare and

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Marijuana Is Now Legal in Massachusetts

Marijuana Is Now Legal in Massachusetts

Following in the footsteps of other early adopting states, Gov. Charlie Baker (R) of Massachusetts today signed a new bill into law that officially starts the process of legalizing marijuana for recreational use in Massachusetts. Voters initially spoke on this issue back in November when they approved Question 4 (the recreational marijuana measure) with almost

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GOP Leadership Blocks Amendment Allowing Veterans Medical Marijuana Access

GOP Leadership Blocks Amendment Allowing Veterans Medical Marijuana Access

For veterans suffering from PTSD, chronic pain, and other service-related health problems, medical marijuana could provide welcome relief without the side effects of conventional medications. But with a recent move by the GOP1 to kill the Democrat-sponsored Veterans Equal Access Amendment, access to medical cannabis through veterans’ services remains blocked — even in states where

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