The nation’s first hospice is located in Branford, Connecticut and on December, 20th they announced plans to study how medical marijuana can help dying patients. Representatives from Connecticut Hospice Inc. explained they hoped to improve pain management while also reducing opioid use in palliative care. The company says it has federal approval for its study and hopes to decrease nausea and vomiting while improving patients’ appetites and overall well-being among other things. St. Francis Hospital, which is also located in Connecticut, announced it received state approval to begin studying the effectiveness of medical marijuana as a painkiller for traumatic injuries.
Connecticut’s medical marijuana program enables research into the benefits of medical marijuana to be vetted by a new institutional review board and okayed by the state’s Department of Consumer Protection commissioner. Recently enabled state laws such as these should hopefully encourage more legalized states to conduct similar studies being done in Connecticut.
Cannabis coconut oil is an excellent alternative to the more traditional edible baker favorite: cannabutter. Not only is cannabis infused coconut oil non-dairy and vegan, but it is also an incredibly effective carrier oil for one of this author’s favorite compounds: THC. Edibles are a fantastic way to medicate for many reasons. Firstly, the effects…
Cannabidiol (CBD) has gained its fame from being a medical wonder, while Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) received its glory from its intoxicating and pain-reducing effects and now… Tetrahydrocannabivarin (THCV) is gaining stature as a weight-loss wonder. THCV has appetite-suppressing properties, which goes against the general association between consuming cannabis and getting the “munchies”. The truth is that…
More people may be taking a trip to Massachusetts soon, and more people in Massachusetts may be taking a trip soon too. That’s because, like many other places in the US, lawmakers and elected representatives in Massachusetts are looking at decriminalizing the possession of all drugs in certain amounts. In fact, the state has introduced…
Growing cannabis at home can be very therapeutic. Raising a cannabis plant from a small seedling or clone all the way through flowering to produce potent medicine is very rewarding. You’re rewarded with a beautiful crop of buds. You’re also rewarded with the peace of mind that comes with knowing what went into your grow….
One of the major concerns surrounding cannabis legalization is the impact that cannabis can have on one’s driving abilities. This is also why medical cannabis patients are not permitted to drive after having consumed cannabis. Fortunately, recent research Lambert Initiative has proven that the cannabidiol (CBD) active component of cannabis does not impact one’s ability…
When a state legalizes medical cannabis, it’s normal for there to be a period of growing pains such as shortages of products…
With the cannabis industry growing bigger and more popular, it is no wonder that the cannabis edibles and beverage industry would follow…
Virginia’s governor expedites the date for recreational legalization. New Yorkers are now free to enjoy the pleasures of cannabis, and the University…
