Alzheimer's disease is a highly incapacitating disease responsible for progressive deterioration of cognitive mental abilities and is the leading cause of dementia. Unfortunately, conventional medication for Alzheimer's is expensive, only slightly effective, and...
Marijuana for pain; particularly chronic pain is the leading reason people seek medical marijuana in states where medical marijuana is legal (medical states).
Statistics show that 33% of medical marijuana patients in medical states got their medical cards for chronic pain.
More significantly, according to a study published in the …
IBD, short for inflammatory bowel disease, is a group of diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract. They include Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Unfortunately, there's no known cure for IBD. That being said, cannabis has emerged as a complementary or...
Hardly ever is medical marijuana mentioned without thinking of the duo—marijuana and cancer. When it comes to the treatment of cancer with marijuana, there are two possible roles for the herb. First and most controversially, as a primary treatment for cancer. This...
Many people turn to alcohol and drugs such as cocaine, nicotine, and marijuana to cope with the symptoms of PTSD. And when it comes to marijuana and PTSD, do patients use marijuana to treat their condition, or do they cite the benefits of marijuana to mask their...
What are the medical benefits of cannabis for multiple sclerosis (MS)? How effective is medical cannabis when it comes to treating the persistent and complex symptoms of MS such as MS pain? And how is cannabis for MS better than conventional medication? These...
In the revamped world of legalized marijuana, two specific branches of medication stand out – smoking hemp flower and ingesting cannabinoid edibles. For rookie and veteran patients alike, these are the most comfortable, easy, and accessible means of MMJ administration to be found at your local dispensary.
But how exactly …
In the state of Missouri, a patient who has been diagnosed with any of the qualifying medical conditions is legally protected under the Missouri Medical Marijuana law, as per the Ballot Amendment 2 (PFD). A patient suffering from one of the following life-threatening,...
You must meet the New Mexico medical marijuana requirements in order to be eligible for a medical marijuana card in the state. A patient who has been diagnosed with any of the qualifying medical conditions is legally protected under the New Mexico Medical Marijuana...
In the state of Ohio, a patient who has been diagnosed with any of the qualifying medical conditions is legally protected under the Ohio Medical Marijuana law, as per the House Bill 523 (PDF). A patient suffering from one of the following life-threatening,...
Contrary to many other medical marijuana state laws, the state of Virginia does not follow a list of qualifying conditions. Instead, it is up to a certified medical marijuana doctor to evaluate if the use of medical marijuana would benefit your health. You could...
In the state of Minnesota, a patient who has been diagnosed with any of the qualifying medical conditions is legally protected under the Minnesota Medical Marijuana law, as per the S.F. No. 2470 (PDF). A patient suffering from one of the following life-threatening,...
Contrary to many other medical marijuana state laws, there isn't not a set list of 'Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Conditions' that is used to determine qualifying patients. Instead, it is up to a certified medical marijuana doctor to evaluate if the use of medical...
In the state of New York, a patient who has been diagnosed with any of the qualifying medical conditions is legally protected under New York’s medical marijuana law, according to Assembly Bill 6357 (PDF). A patient suffering from one of the following life-threatening,...
The rules of medical marijuana in Maine no longer strictly follows a list of qualifying conditions, instead, it is up to a certified medical marijuana doctor to evaluate if the use of medical marijuana would benefit the health of their patient. You could be eligible...
Could we benefit from cannabis and medical marijuana strength to weaken Coronavirus? The world is facing a severe challenge in Coronavirus. It produces symptoms including pain. Let’s see how to make life easier for those seeking...