“I know so many people who have used [hemp-derived THC] to get off tobacco, alcohol, or other pills.” By Stephen Simpson, The Texas Tribune Some who live in Texas’s small towns say that if someone looks close enough, they will see why hemp-derived THC has taken root in rural regions. Faded crosses on the side…
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The world of cannabis-based medicine is evolving rapidly—but for many clinicians and patients, the challenge remains: how do you safely and effectively use cannabis to treat chronic pain? Prescribing cannabis is not like prescribing traditional pharmaceutical drugs. Unlike medications that follow fixed dosing regimens based on weight or body surface area, cannabis interacts with the…
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In a significant victory for military communities, Florida lawmakers have successfully waived the $75 application fee for veterans and active-duty service members applying for medical marijuana identification cards. This legislative achievement removes a major barrier to care and opens new avenues for veterans seeking relief through medical cannabis therapies. On the ground, offices like Green Dream…
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Delaware’s first adult-use marijuana shops are officially open for business, with a handful of existing medical cannabis operators now able to service consumers 21 and older. About two years after marijuana legalization was enacted into law, Delaware is now seeing its first round of adult customers at over 10 locations throughout the state. “Today’s launch…
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The cannabis market has seen rapid growth in THC-infused beverages, with hemp-derived options now among the fastest-growing categories in the adult-use space. These modern drinks offer a refreshing alternative to alcohol, giving adults a controlled, legal way to enjoy cannabis’s effects without the hangover or long-term health risks tied to drinking. This summer’s best THC…
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The governor of Kentucky has announced that the state’s first medical cannabis dispensary has officially been approved for operations. “Great news, Kentucky—today, we approved the state’s first medical cannabis dispensary for operations in Beaver Dam,” Gov. Andy Beshear (D) said in a social media post on Thursday. “The Post Dispensary is expected to open its…
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As many of us know first-hand, smoking weed and deep conversations have always made for excellent bedfellows. Thanks to podcaster Thomas Araujo—aka Dope as Yola—this time-honored tradition is now going viral as the podcast host and cannabis entrepreneur reaches new heights with his hit show, “Dope As Usual.” Available to stream on Spotify and YouTube,…
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For many, the cannabis policy reform movement is rooted in the quest for personal liberty. Legalization isn’t just about getting high; it’s about being able to live your life the way you want to live it. In too many places, however, the legalization of cannabis does not include the freedom to grow the plant. Instead,…
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The old stereotype of the lazy, unmotivated stoner is officially dead. A new poll from NuggMD has delivered a devastating blow to prohibition propaganda by revealing that 54% of cannabis consumers report that marijuana use has had a positive impact on their careers – including 28% who describe that impact as “very positive.” Only 10%…
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The Evidence-Based Drug Policy Act of 2025 (EBDPA), introduced by Representatives Dina Titus and Ilhan Omar, doesn’t aim to legalize cannabis or reschedule it. Instead, it proposes something deceptively simple: allow the federal government to study it. In a policy environment where ideology has long outpaced data, this quiet shift could have seismic consequences. The…
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