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What Patients Say About Medical Marijuana for Chronic Pain (Exclusive Survey Insights)
Executive Summary Living with chronic pain often means years of trial and error with treatments that don’t fully relieve symptoms—or come with dangerous side effects. Our new nationwide survey of 1,450 patients offers a rare look at real-world outcomes with medical cannabis. Patients shared how often they use cannabis, how effective they find it, and…
Read MoreNew Data on Chronic Pain: Daily Cannabis Use, Opioid‑Sparing Trends, and Quality‑of‑Life Gains
What the 2025 patient survey tells us—and how to use it responsibly in coverage and care. Media contact: tyler@greenhealthdocs.com Updated: October 21, 2025 Why this matters Chronic pain is not rare—and it isn’t brief. Our 2025 patient survey (N=1,450) suggests long symptom duration is common, daily medical cannabis use is the norm among respondents, and…
Read MoreChronic Pain in 2025: What Reporters, Clinicians, and Policymakers Need to Know
First, some context before we jump into stats and assets. Chronic pain didn’t get the memo about quick fixes. Patients and clinicians are navigating a shifting policy landscape while trying to balance relief, safety, and function. Here’s what changed lately—and why it matters for your coverage. What just changed in Texas On September 1, 2025,…
Read MorePress Resources for the Green Health Docs Chronic Pain Report
Use this media‑facing hub to quickly find quotable stats, charts you can run, and local angles. All assets below are cleared for publication with attribution. About Green Health Docs Green Health Docs is a physician‑led organization that helps patients explore safe, legal alternatives to traditional pain medications. We provide evaluations, education, and support to patients…
Read MoreWhat Patients Say About Medical Marijuana for Chronic Pain (Exclusive Survey Insights)
Executive Summary Living with chronic pain often means years of trial and error with treatments that don’t fully relieve symptoms—or come with dangerous side effects. Our new nationwide survey of 1,450 medical cannabis patients managing chronic pain offers a rare look at real-world outcomes with medical cannabis. Patients shared how often they use cannabis, how…
Read MoreUnderstanding Current Hawaii Medical Marijuana Laws and Recent Changes
Photo by Cova Software Hawaii’s medical marijuana laws saw major changes in 2025, including the passage of HB 302, which greatly expanded qualifying conditions and allowed telemedicine appointments for new certifications. Patients, caregivers, and businesses need to understand these updates to stay compliant and informed. Here’s what this guide will cover: Expanded caregiver cultivation rights…
Read MoreWhat to Know About Washington’s New Medical Marijuana Regulations
Photo by Caleb Riston Is Weed Legal in Washington? Medical Weed in Washington Medical marijuana has been legal in Washington since 1998, offering patients with qualifying conditions an alternative to traditional pharmaceuticals. Patients must receive a recommendation from a licensed healthcare provider and can choose to join the state’s voluntary Medical Cannabis Authorization Database. Those…
Read MoreHow to Get Medical Marijuana for Chronic Pain in Texas in 2025
Photo by Nicole Plunkett Texas has one of the most carefully regulated medical marijuana programs in the country, but recent changes are making access easier—especially for those living with chronic pain. Under the state’s Compassionate Use Program (CUP), eligible patients can now receive low-THC cannabis products as part of a legal and physician-guided treatment plan.…
Read MoreWill Medicaid Pay for a Medical Marijuana Card?
Medical cannabis is becoming a vital part of the health care system. In the thirty-five states where medical marijuana is legal, (including Puerto Rico and Washington DC), over 4 million patients currently hold a medical marijuana card. There’s a lot of demand for medical cannabis and its benefits these days. So, you may be surprised that insurance won’t cover your medical…
Read MoreWill a Medical Marijuana Card Show Up on a Background Check?
As of election day in November 2020, there are 36 states and four territories in the United States that have legalized the use of cannabis for medicinal purposes. This is wonderful news for millions of Americans who can benefit from using marijuana as medicine. However, there are a number of questions that come up when you start…
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