A Glasgow mother is urgently campaigning for access to a cannabis-based medication she believes could save her young daughter from life-threatening seizures. The child suffers from a severe form of epilepsy, experiencing frequent and debilitating seizures that have not responded to conventional treatments. The mother argues that cannabis oil, which has shown promise in managing
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Kentucky marked a historic milestone last week by issuing its first two medical marijuana cards. Governor Andy Beshear announced that approximately 2,200 applications have already been approved, with only 66 denials—most due to technical issues that can be resolved. The program has seen significant engagement, with 333 registered healthcare providers across 75 counties certifying over
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The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has postponed its cannabis rescheduling hearings, originally slated for January 21, 2025, following legal challenges from pro-reform participants. The delay, expected to last at least three months, stems from allegations of improper communications and biased witness selections by the DEA. Advocates argue these actions reveal the agency’s opposition to
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A recent poll has revealed that more American adults are turning to cannabis as a sleep aid compared to traditional options like prescription medications or alcohol. According to the survey, 16% of adults aged 21 and older reported using cannabis to help them fall asleep, making it the most popular choice among sleep aids. This
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Cannabidiol (CBD) has become a popular remedy for a variety of health concerns, from anxiety to chronic pain. But how quickly does it work, and how long do its effects last? According to a recent article by Real Simple, the onset and duration of CBD’s effects depend largely on the method of consumption. When taken
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A groundbreaking study has found that legalizing medical marijuana leads to a significant decrease in payments from opioid manufacturers to pain specialists. The research, published in the Journal of the American Statistical Association, suggests that medical cannabis is increasingly viewed as a substitute for opioids in chronic pain treatment. The study, conducted by researchers from
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