Patient Resources
Can I Use My Medical Marijuana in Another State?
Thirty-three states and the District of Columbia have medical cannabis programs in effect, and more states—like Idaho—are considering 2020 ballot measures to implement their own programs. If so many states are accommodating to medical marijuana patients, it’s natural to wonder whether you can use your medical marijuana in another state. There are two important questions…
Read MoreWhat to Do If Your Missouri Doctor Won’t Certify You for Medical Cannabis
Missouri’s medical marijuana program is now underway, and the first step for prospective patients is to receive a physician’s recommendation and register with the Department of Health & Senior Services (DHSS). Many applicable patients, though, are having trouble finding a doctor who will certify them. If you’re struggling to get certified, you have a number…
Read MoreMedical Marijuana and Concussions
Concussion is the most common form of traumatic brain injury (TBI), affecting as many as 3 million people in the U.S. every year, but a growing body of research suggests that medical marijuana may be a useful remedy for certain concussion symptoms.
Read MoreStrongest Weed Strains in 2020
As cannabis cultivators continue to crossbreed various strains of marijuana, we’re introduced to the strongest weed strains we’ve ever seen. The highest THC strains of today seemed impossible just 20 years ago. Whether you’re looking for heightened effects or your tolerance is too high to benefit from average strains, you’ll benefit from knowing our picks…
Read MoreThe Danger of Laced Weed
When purchasing medical marijuana, it’s essential that you shop only licensed dispensaries because of the dangers of laced weed. You might save a few dollars by purchasing from the street, but you might be getting a lot more than you bargained for.
Read MoreMedical Cannabis Strains and Their Uses by Condition
When you become a medical marijuana patient, you quickly learn that purchasing your medication is more complicated than simply filling a prescription. When you visit a dispensary, you must choose not only the delivery method (e.g. dry cannabis flower vs. edibles and tinctures) but also decide which of the medical marijuana strains is best for…
Read MoreWhat’s the Best Temperature to Vape Medical Marijuana?
Every medical patient should know the best temperature to vape weed if they use medical cannabis in order to achieve the effects they’re looking for. Changes in vaping temperature will alter the chemical structure of the cannabis and consequently alter its effects.
Read MoreUsing Medical Cannabis in Utah Without a Card – What You Need to Know
As the Utah Department of Health prepares to unveil its registry for the new statewide medical marijuana program, some patients are at a loss. The Utah Medical Cannabis Act (HB3001) went into effect on July 1st, 2019, but it looks like the health department won’t begin issuing cards until March 2020 at the earliest. So…
Read More7 Things Every Patient Should Know About Virginia’s New Medical Cannabis Program
Medical marijuana is now open to patients in Virginia – with a few important caveats. On March 21st, 2019, Virginia Governor Ralph Northam approved SB 1557, the latest in an ongoing series of marijuana usage protections for medical patients. Virginia’s medical cannabis program is a bit more complex than that of other states, and there…
Read MoreUtah Prop 2 Qualifying Illnesses for Medical Marijuana
In 2018, Utah voters approved Proposition 2, with 52.75% of voters in favor. Shortly thereafter, the legislature took steps to amend the measure, ultimately replacing it with the Utah Medical Cannabis Act. Although advocates continue to fight the replacement measure in court and further changes may still be made, medical marijuana is now available to…
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