CBD oils on display. Photo credit: Jonathan Reyes/flickr. Currently, there are nearly a million Americans that have multiple sclerosis (MS), a disease where the immune system targets the myelin sheath on nerve fibers of the central nervous system (CNS). Severe enough damage to the nerves can prevent one from being able to walk. Without an existing cure for it, those … [Read more...] about Cannabis and Multiple Sclerosis: Explaining Increasing use for Treatment
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Herbal Healing: Using Herbs For Medicinal Purposes With Cannabis
Photo Credit: twenty20photos For centuries, humans have used herbs as a way to heal or alleviate a wide variety of ailments. Today, many of these plant-based remedies can be easily found in the bulk herb or supplement aisle of a grocery store. These herbs come in a multitude of forms in order to give people the best healing experience possible. Some of these include … [Read more...] about Herbal Healing: Using Herbs For Medicinal Purposes With Cannabis
Buffalo Firefighter Scott Martin Fired for Medical Cannabis use
Scott Martin at his home in West Seneca, New York in May 2021. Photo Credit: The Buffalo News. Earlier last year, The Buffalo Fire Department terminated Scott Martin after testing positive for cannabis following a random drug test. A 12-year veteran of the department, Martin lost his dream job as an emergency medical technician (EMT) specialist. The department … [Read more...] about Buffalo Firefighter Scott Martin Fired for Medical Cannabis use
11 Black Female-Owned Self-Care Cannabis Businesses to Support Right Now
This year's Black History Month is all about wellness — celebrate by supporting Black-owned self-care businesses. Image by twenty20photos. Black History Month is a time for everyone to learn and celebrate the Black community in an uplifting way. The month of February is dedicated to remembering the past while also looking towards the future. It’s important to … [Read more...] about 11 Black Female-Owned Self-Care Cannabis Businesses to Support Right Now
From CTE to Pain Management: NFL Makes Interest in Cannabis Clear
Photo credit: Hence the Boom. It is no secret that American football causes an insane amount of strain on the body. In fact, the National Football League (NFL) ranks third as the most strenuous sports league in the country. It is only beat out by boxing and MMA, according to the Bleacher Report. According to a 2021 study by the University of Chicago, there were 3,025 … [Read more...] about From CTE to Pain Management: NFL Makes Interest in Cannabis Clear