We're now in the third week of a pandemic, which the World Health Organization (WHO) officially declared on March 11th, 2020. During that announcement, WHO Director-General, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, alerted the international community the crisis would affect every industry. “This is not just a public health crisis, it is a crisis that will touch every sector,” … [Read more...] about Cannabis Companies Answer Call for Help, But Who Will Answer Theirs?
Archives for March 2020
Test Unavailable: My Mysterious Illness Was Likely COVID-19
Test Unavailable: My Mysterious Illness Was Likely COVID-19 I heard about the coronavirus like many others; through the news, web, and peers. When my friend, Sarah, flew in from Texas on Wednesday, March 11th, we thought we knew what we were up against. Her ticket was nonrefundable, which meant she had to make the best of her time in New York City—on the verge of a pandemic or … [Read more...] about Test Unavailable: My Mysterious Illness Was Likely COVID-19
A Sparkling Red for Your Virtual Happy Hour
Pictured above: Viv and Oaks' selection of infused reds featuring different cannabinoid profiles. Photos courtesy of Viv and Oak The era of social distancing is upon us, but that hasn't stopped many from sharing a drink with friends and family. While several bars, restaurants and wineries remain closed across the country, people are fighting isolation by … [Read more...] about A Sparkling Red for Your Virtual Happy Hour
Feel Alright: 5 Reasons I’d Return to Jamaica
By Rita Thompson When attempting to describe Jamaica, it’s easiest to turn to the lyrics of the country’s most legendary king, “Let’s get together and feel alright.” If you’re looking to relax and unwind on the beach, you look to the Caribbean. If you’re looking to do that with a cup of rum punch in one hand, and a joint in the other, you look to … [Read more...] about Feel Alright: 5 Reasons I’d Return to Jamaica
Get High on These Low-Sugar, Keto-Friendly Munchies
Written by Rita Thompson Keto in a Nutshell According to Good Morning America, a ketogenic diet was one of the most searched diets in 2019, and the most searched in 2018. Keto is a very low-carb, high-fat diet designed to train your body into being incredibly efficient at burning fat for energy. Typically, this involves drastically reducing carbohydrate … [Read more...] about Get High on These Low-Sugar, Keto-Friendly Munchies