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Arthritis

Overview Arthritis causes inflammation, stiffness, and chronic joint pain. Cannabis may provide relief without the side effects of NSAIDs or opioids. How It Helps CBD: Anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving THC: Helps with more intense pain, especially during flare-ups Topicals: Can be applied directly to affected joints Research Highlights European Journal of Pain (2016): CBD gel reduced Read more…

Cancer Side Effects

Medical marijuana can support people undergoing cancer treatment by reducing nausea, increasing appetite, relieving pain, and improving mood. How It Helps THC: Helps with nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy CBD: Reduces anxiety and inflammation Combination: Often most effective Research Highlights British Journal of Pharmacology (2011): THC is effective against chemo-induced nausea NIH Review: Cannabis helps Read more…

Insomnia

Overview Insomnia and poor sleep affect both physical and mental health. Certain cannabis strains — especially those with sedative terpenes and moderate THC — may help you fall and stay asleep. How It Helps THC: Shortens time to fall asleep CBD: Helps regulate sleep cycles and reduce nighttime anxiety CBN (Cannabinol): A mildly psychoactive cannabinoid Read more…

Epilepsy/Seizures

OverviewCannabidiol (CBD), a non-psychoactive compound, is one of the most researched cannabis treatments for epilepsy, especially for children with rare seizure disorders like Dravet or Lennox-Gastaut syndrome.How It HelpsCBD interacts with the brain’s signaling systems to reduce seizure frequency FDA-approved medication: Epidiolex, a purified CBD extract Research HighlightsNew England Journal of Medicine (2017): CBD reduced Read more…

Anxiety/PTSD

Overview Anxiety disorders and PTSD affect millions, often interfering with daily life. Cannabis — especially CBD-dominant strains — may help manage symptoms such as excessive worry, panic, sleep issues, and hypervigilance.How It HelpsCBD: Reduces anxiety without a high THC: In small doses, it may relieve stress and improve sleep Balanced Strains (1:1): Can ease symptoms Read more…

Finding Relief: How Medical Cannabis Helps Manage Chronic Pain

Finding Relief: How Medical Cannabis Helps Manage Chronic Pain Living with chronic pain can be exhausting. Whether it stems from arthritis, back injuries, fibromyalgia, or nerve damage, the constant discomfort can make daily life feel like an uphill battle. For patients who have tried traditional medications with limited success—or are concerned about the long-term risks Read more…

How Medical Cannabis May Help with Common Health Conditions

As the conversation around medical marijuana continues to evolve, many patients are curious about how cannabis might help manage various health issues. While research is ongoing, and it’s essential to consult with a healthcare provider, here’s an overview of some conditions where medical cannabis has shown potential benefits.​ 1. Chronic Pain Chronic pain is one Read more…

Brevard Sheriff, physician: ‘No’ to medical marijuana

“Well, wanna talk about weed?” The question, posed by FLORIDA TODAY Public Interest Editor Matt Reed, opened a newspaper editorial board meeting Tuesday. Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey and family physician and president of the Brevard County Medical Society Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos shared arguments against Amendment 2. If it passes, the November referendum would legalize Read more…

As state prepares medical marijuana program, New York’s U.S. senators call on feds to allow drug early

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — New York’s U.S. senators have called on the federal Department of Justice to allow the state to begin part of its medical marijuana dispensing program early to treat children with forms of epilepsy and other seizure disorders. Hoping to gain speed in starting the fledgling medical marijuana program, state health officials, Read more…

Brandon Coats, Fired Medical Marijuana Patient, Makes His Case In Colorado Supreme Court

Employers can still fire employees for marijuana use, even in states where it’s legal. But one case heard in Colorado’s Supreme Court Tuesday morning could change that. Brandon Coats, a 34-year-old quadriplegic medical marijuana patient from Colorado who was fired by Dish Network for his state-legal medical use in 2010, made his case in Denver Read more…