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Study: Vaporized Cannabis Mitigates Treatment-Resistant Diabetic Neuropathy
Vaporized cannabis mitigates pain intensity in diabetic subjects in a dose-dependent manner, according to clinical trial data published online ahead of print in The Journal of Pain. Investigators at the University of California, San Diego assessed the efficacy of inhaled cannabis versus placebo in 16 patients with painful diabetic peripheral
Cannabis Is An Effective Treatment For Arthritis
More than 31 million Americans suffer from arthritis. There are two main types of arthritis: rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Both affect the joints, causing pain and swelling, and limiting movement. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is caused by a malfunction of the immune system. Instead of fighting off intruders such as bacteria
How To Relieve The Biggest Pain Problems With Marijuana
One of the most useful properties of medical cannabis is that it has a long history of being effective for pain relief. Prior to the mass production of aspirin, cannabis was considered a leading remedy for headaches. More and more patients are gravitating toward medical marijuana in states where it
Pfizer, Eli Lilly Were The Original Medical Marijuana Sellers
Today’s major pharmaceutical companies were the original medical marijuana sellers. Eli Lilly, Parke-Davis (now owned by Pfizer) and Squibb of Bristol-Myers Squibb all sold medical marijuana at the turn of the century. In a 1919 medical catalog, these companies listed several cannabis products. Back then, most medicines were the same
Epileptic Girl’s Seizures Drop Dramatically Because Of Medical Marijuana (Video)
Adam and Heather Benton moved from their home in West Chester, Ohio, to Castle Rock, Colorado, in April so that their 3-year-old daughter Addyson could be treated with medical marijuana. Addyson suffers from epileptic seizures, which have dropped dramatically thanks to tiny marijuana patches that are applied to her ankle
THC Inhibits Melanoma Tumor Growth According to Recent Study
Differential role of cannabinoids in the pathogenesis of skin cancer. Glodde N1, Jakobs M1, Bald T1, Tüting T1, Gaffal E2. Author information Abstract AIM: Cannabinoids (CB) like ∆9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) can induce cancer cell apoptosis and inhibit angiogenesis. However, the use of cannabinoids for the treatment of malignant diseases is discussed
Most people worry about increased heart rates, which are frequently associated with cannabis use, especially the sativa and sativa dominant strains. If you are using Indica strains, try not to…
Hi Pam - One cannot help but be moved by your words. I set up this website to educate people about the benefits of medical cannabis, and your story certainly…
Dear Doctor/s, I've suffered from Fibromyalgia for over the past 40 years (I'm now 71). Like many of the stories I've read, I've had every test you can imagine and…
I completely agree, Lana. Studies show that vaping is much more effective and healthier than smoking, and makes one a much better neighbor. Those who insist on smoking their medicine…
My objection is that as a tenant, I do not have protection against smoking other people's pot. I do not care if other people smoke it, and definitely do not…