Medical Cannabis Education
Marijuana and Motivation: Does Weed Make You Lazy, Sleepy, and Unmotivated?
Photo by Pavel Danilyuk Does weed make you lazy? Laziness and a lack of motivation are charges often levied at anyone who smokes marijuana or consumes any other type of weed product. Of the 16% of Americans who smoke cannabis, it is easy to dismiss them as lazy or unmotivated, but is this the case,…
Read MoreAmerican Medical Association Confirms ‘Significant’ And ‘Sustained’ Health Improvements From Medical Marijuana
Photo by RDNE Stock project Currently, there are only four states in the US without some form of legalized cannabis. Attitudes have shifted as more people are openly embracing the healing potential of medical marijuana. A new American Medical Association published study finds, “Patients using medical cannabis reported improvements in health-related quality of life, which…
Read MoreMedical Marijuana States: How Many States Legalized Medical Weed?
Photo by Jonathan Olsen-Koziol The legalization of marijuana is one of the most significant shifts in American society. While the weed legalization campaign began in the 20th century, the last ten years have seen a deluge of states either becoming medical marijuana states or moving to recreational legalization. How many states have legalized medical weed?…
Read MoreHow Much Does a Medical Marijuana Card Cost? And How Much is MMJ Card Renewal?
Photo by Terrance Barksdale The medical marijuana industry has expanded in recent years as more states have moved toward legalization. However, you’ll still need a medical weed card to qualify for this type of cannabis, which is typically of a higher potency. So, what is the medical marijuanas card cost? The short answer is that…
Read MoreTHC and Sleep: What Happens When You Sleep High?
What happens when you sleep high after smoking marijuana? Weed makes you sleepy, so many people will use cannabis for sleep, but there’s much debate over whether this is good for you. With approximately 16% of Americans saying they smoke cannabis or use other THC products, this is an issue afflicting potentially millions of people.…
Read MoreCountries Where Weed is Legal in 2023: Guide to Cannabis Law by Country
Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko International marijuana laws have little rhyme or reason. Some countries impose harsh penalties on those caught with weed, whereas others hold the status of “weed-legal country.” Just as the U.S. is a confusing mishmash of laws, so is most of the world. Technically speaking, only Canada and Uruguay are the only…
Read MoreCan You Donate Blood or Plasma If You Smoke Weed?
Can you donate plasma if you smoke weed? What about “Can you donate blood if you smoke weed?” Donating blood or plasma is a selfless act that has the potential to save somebody’s life. An estimated five million Americans receive blood transfusions annually for various reasons. Yet there is consistently a shortage of available blood…
Read MoreHow Long Does a Weed High Last & How Long Does it Take for Weed to Kick In?
Marijuana is the most commonly used drug in the country. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 18% of Americans consumed cannabis in 2019, despite federal prohibition. But if you’ve never tried it before, how long does a weed high last? Various sources will talk about weed offering highs starting at 30 minutes…
Read MoreWhat is an Eighth of Weed & What are the Other Common Weed Measurements?
Photo by Budding Cannabis is in an interesting place in the United States. While still federally illegal, its legal status is in various stages of development throughout the US ranging from available as medicine to a controlled substance. There was a time when cannabis was only obtainable on the street. Certain parts of cannabis culture…
Read MoreThe Top 8 Benefits of a Medical Marijuana Card & Why to Get One Even in a Recreational State
Photo by Budding The legal situation surrounding recreational marijuana has been fluid for some years, with some states choosing to legalize it and others preferring to follow the federal government’s guidelines. Despite this, 48 million Americans used weed in 2019, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Obtaining cannabis largely depends on where…
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