Category Archives: medical cannabis

CBD Effectively Treats Canker Sores in New Study

Canker sores are not a fun topic to discuss, however, they are even less fun to endure. Canker sores, also referred to as aphthous ulcers, are small, shallow sores that develop inside the mouth or at the base of the gums. According to the Mayo Clinic, “The precise cause of canker sores remains unclear, though researchers […]

Reality TV Star Ethan Zohn Talks Cannabis, Cancer, and Hope

When you hear the word “survivor,” what comes to mind? Perhaps it’s the memory of a traumatic event you overcame or a hardship you endured. For some, “survivor” harkens to the reality television series of the same name, in which contestants compete for a hefty cash prize. For cancer survivor and Survivor competitor Ethan Zohn, […]

A Giant Of Cannabis Science

Some events are so monumental that people measure their lives by them. People remember where they were when humans landed on the moon. They remember where they were during the OJ Simpson high-speed chase, or when the Twin Towers fell. I do not remember where I was when I first learned about international cannabis scientist […]

Cannabis Suppositories? A New Frontier for Wellness Brands

Cannabis suppositories, perhaps an unexpected consumer packaged good, are quietly creeping onto dispensary shelves across North America. The power of cannabis suppositories has never been a secret among chronically ill patients, but for the general public, vaginal and/or rectal administration has remained too taboo or embarrassing to discuss openly.  With roughly 50 million cannabis consumers […]

Brownie Mary and Her Contributions to Medical Cannabis 

If you’ve ever had a pot brownie, then you have Brownie Mary to thank for that. An elderly woman known for her exceptional baking skills, is not uncommon for many grandmas. Except Mary wasn’t baking treats for her grandkids, she was crafting cannabis edibles for a community of disenfranchised people that she cared for as […]

International Cannabis Policy Agreement Serves No Purpose

Last week the United Nations’ International Narcotics Control Board issued a press release in which the international body expressed, “concern over the trend to legalize non-medical use of cannabis, which contravenes the 1961 Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs.” In its 2022 Annual Report, the International Narcotics Control Board outlined the following, as also mentioned in last week’s press […]

Cannabis in a Capsule: Innovation at Work

Zelira Has Developed a Technology to Make Consistent Cannabinoid-Based Oral Medications a Reality. One of the most exciting aspects of covering the cannabis industry is the exponentially increasing innovation within the sector. In the medical field, studies are consistently being conducted to validate anecdotal evidence of the benefits cannabinoids offer. Manufacturers of cannabis accessories are […]