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From 1970 and for fifty years, high potency cannabis meant 14%. In 2021, the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) reports potencies of 80% THC.

Did you know that from 1970 to 2017, the average potency of cannabis strains was 14%? There has been a 25% increase in the potency of cannabis available for adult-use and patients. Just because the overdose rates of cannabis are much lower compared to other controlled substances, does not mean it is without potential health risks. And regular use of cannabis concentrates without doctor-supervision is a growing concern. One of the advantages of getting a #medicalcard is a treatment plan, and regular check-in's with a qualified practitioner. #MarijuanaDoctors #MedicalCannabis

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If you have chronic pain, it is a health condition you live with everyday. But there are misconceptions and myths about cannabis and chronic pain.

The medical community only recently recognized fibromyalgia as a legitimate chronic pain symptom. Imagine being a patient with severe and debilitating chronic pain and being told it is “just in your head.” On our community portal, Ask.MarijuanaDoctors.com, we talk to patients who have chronic pain every day. For some of them, it has taken years before they found a practitioner that could help them. Here are 7 common myths about #chronicpain.

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Buy a t-shirt, get a free gift of cannabis. Sounds unbelievable right? That's how things have been rolling in Washington D.C. but its about to change.

Would you like to buy a t-shirt in #DC? It’s a little pricey at $100, but it comes with a quarter ounce of #cannabis as a gift with purchase. See how that worked? Technically, the retailer wasn’t selling cannabis because it was a bonus for buying the shirt. If that sounds a little weird, it actually is. But it was completely legal. But that is about to change. #MarijuanaDoctors #CannabisNews #CannabisLaws

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Social equity programs are rolling out in legalized states. If they haven't been launched already. Why are they needed and how can they help communities?

You may have heard the statistic that a person of color (POC) is 4x more likely to be charged for a personal-use amount of cannabis, than a white American. In some states, however, that statistic is as high as 12x's the arrest rate.

What are the goals of social equity programs in states that have legalized medical or adult-use cannabis?

The 2018 ACLU report that showed cannabis arrests are definitely not color blind, highlighted the problem. And cannabis legalization is providing a path to start to correct the generational damage done to black and brown communities.

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First Delta-8 was legal. So, Texans didn't mind that 1% medical cannabis cap. But now that Delta-8 has been banned will Texans demand reform?

Texas is a state that has a strict and unenviable #medical #cannabis program. One that is difficult to qualify for, and provides 1% #THC as a maximum potency. Insufficient symptom management for many patients. Particularly those with chronic pain. Patients didn't mind too much, waiting patiently for an #MMJ program expansion, because they had Delta-8 products. Legal, and available in many specialty shops across the state. It is now banned, and the battle to decriminalize it has started with many legal appeals filed. What patients in #Texas need to know about the #Delta8 ban to protect themselves legally. #MarijuanaDoctors #CannabisNews #MedicalMarijuana

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Millions or over one billion dollars in cannabis tax. The Covid-19 pandemic brought new fiscal challenges. But states with legal weed coped well.

Hundreds of millions to billions in cannabis sales in 2020. Cannabis tax revenues have been a saving grace for many state budgets, as the country continues to navigate the Covid-19 health emergency.

We took a look at nine states with the top per-capita cannabis tax revenues, to see where those tax dollars are being put to work. Where is all that tax money going? And is it an incentive for other states experiencing fiscal problems to legalize sooner rather than later?

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For the past twelve months, the number of opioid overdose deaths has increased by almost 30%. Should doctors be prescribing cannabis instead of opioids?

I have seen what damage opioids can do to a loved one, when used long-term. My family member is lucky to be alive. So, when I read about 96,000 opioid overdose deaths in one year, I can't believe we're still having this conversation. Or not having the conversation about chronic pain alternative medicine.

Learn how opioid use escalates pain sensitivity. And why an overdose of prescription opioid medications can easily happen.

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Out of more than 700 different strains of cannabis, some are psychedelic. The effects are not like ketamine or psilocybin. Learn more on our blog.

Did you know that some strains of cannabis have psychedelic properties? No, they are not as intense as standard clinical psychedelics like ketamine, or psilocybin. But these strains could offer some of the same benefits. If you can find them your local medical dispensary. What are the common psychoactive effects of psychedelic cannabis strains? #MarijuanaDoctors #alternativemedicine #medicalcannabis

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In the age of personal assistants that turn on your coffee maker and turn off your lights, are you ready for a smartphone that tells you if you are high?

If you are someone who gets a little freaked out about technology and privacy, you may not want to read this article. A new study reveals your smartphone can absolutely deduce whether you are 'cannabis sober' or not. Would you pay for an app that would give you alerts for safety? I'd like to hear what you guys think, so share your comments.

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PTSD is now a qualifying health condition in Texas. You may receive a prescription for medical cannabis. What you need to know in the Lonestar State.

Slow but steady progress in Texas. Patients with PTSD are now qualified to apply for registration in the Compassionate Use Program. Texas has no medical card, but doctors prescribe it for eligible patients. There are just over 2,500 veterans in #Texas who have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. And any patient with a diagnosis of #PTSD is also eligible. #MedicalCards #Telemedicine #MedicalCannabis

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You are probably thinking about where you would like to go, when there are fewer emergency restrictions. We found 420 vacation ideas to add to your list.

A female healthcare executive and mentor of mine said "work hard, and always have your next vacation scheduled". The Covid-19 health emergency has made travel difficult. What is also difficult is traveling when medical cannabis is an essential part of your daily symptom management. Here are some cannabis-friendly destinations, where it is legal, or decriminalized. #MarijuanaDoctors #MedicalCannabis #MedicalCards

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Medical marijuana may provide another treatment option for women transitioning through menopause. How could doctor-supervised cannabis help?

Should more doctors recommend cannabis for menopause? The symptoms for women transitioning through menopause are more than an inconvenience. They can disrupt productivity and health, increase stress levels, and even jeopardize personal and professional relationships. Sleep disruptions, inflammation, pain and discomfort, mood moderation... that is just the start of the therapeutic potential for doctor-supervised cannabis and women's health. #MarijuanaDoctors #Menopause #HRT #PCO

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Even if you have a medical card, you can't get hospital cannabis. Healthcare institutions fear federal funds will be cut. California did it anyway.

California Senate Bill 311 gained traction by understanding the end of life experience for a terminally ill patient. Providing dignity and comfort for patients, that is compassionate care. Ryan's Law now allows hospitals to dispense cannabis for end of life care. But will California hospitals be denied federal funding if they comply with the new state law?

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Synergy Enhanced Terpene Infusions (SETI) are one quality enhancement that makes Jampha CBD products different from other brands.

Last chance to enter! Visit the blog and read the interview about terpenes and CBD. The entry form is on the blog. Check out the three great prizes provided by #Jampha #CBD.

Must be 18+ and a resident of the United States. No purchase necessary.

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You know about THC. That is Delta-9. And Delta-8 and Delta-10 THC. What is HHC? It's a semi-synthetic THC that bounds better to cannabis receptors.

New on the blog... what the heck is #HHC? Learn why people are excited about the semi-synthetic #cannabinoid. And why with HHC, less may be more, because it binds to CB1 and CB2 receptors in the body faster, better and stronger. That was the "Six Million Dollar Man" not the Hulk... #MarijuanaDoctors #MedicalCards #MMJ

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If the U.S. federallly legalizes cannabis, they may take a few pages out of the Canadian legislative playbook. Canadian cannabis laws are patient centric.

I'll admit to being a #Toronto native and a little biased. But the way that #Canada has federally legalized cannabis is a model that America could emulate. ... did you know that John Lennon (yes that John #Lennon) consulted on #cannabis laws back in 1960? Check the blog for a cool excerpt of his interview with the Le Dain Commission of Inquiry.

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Researchers reported that green tea could help protect the body against Covid-19? Cannabis tea is easy to make at home and has a ton of health benefits.

Herbal teas and tisanes pair perfectly with cannabis and can help with pain relief, insomnia, anxiety, and other symptoms. You can make your own dry tea mixes (daytime and nighttime blends) and add healthy natural or concentrated terpenes. Tea is a powerful natural antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. Get simmering with our DIY tips and recipe suggestions. If you have a favorite cannabis tea recipe, share a link in the comments.

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