Six days after their first child’s birth, Missy and Derek Fogarty were on their way to New York City from Buffalo. They were headed to Memorial Sloane Kettering Cancer Center after being told that their son, Jackson, had Retinoblastoma, a type of eye cancer. Once there, they were relieved to find out from the doctor that their son did not actually have cancer, but had a rare … [Read more...] about Couple Shares Their Journey as ‘Pothead Parents’ with the World
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The Next Steps in Psychedelic Health Treatment
Psychedelic mushrooms are becoming an increasingly popular alternative health route for many people. After Oregon and other cities such as Denver, Oakland, and Santa Cruz decriminalized psilocybin and legalized it for therapeutic use, more people are realizing the different health benefits that psychedelic therapy offers. Psilocybin is the psychedelic compound active in … [Read more...] about The Next Steps in Psychedelic Health Treatment
How Cannabis Plays a Role in Treating Autism
Cannabis has gained recognition for many things. People use it to treat symptoms related to all types of conditions. Today, many doctors across the country recommend the plant to their patients. Autism Spectrum Disorder affects over 700 million people across the globe, according to Therapeutic Pathways, and is often left off the list of disorders cannabis can provide relief … [Read more...] about How Cannabis Plays a Role in Treating Autism
How Cannabis Education Can Curb Industry Fraud
By Scott Leeker When a consumer visits a grocery store, they often compare prices across brands to ensure they get the “best bang for their buck.” In the cannabis industry, however, this approach has some drawbacks. While cannabis consumers shouldn’t ignore the prices, quantities, and characteristics of the products they buy, the focus of today's consumer is often not … [Read more...] about How Cannabis Education Can Curb Industry Fraud
Cannabis Use, Pregnancy, and Breastfeeding
Pregnant woman in a natural, non-medical environment. Photo credit: Ella Jardim via Unsplash.com It’s no secret that cannabis is widely utilized for its medicinal properties. Today, people across the country use cannabis to treat a range of conditions. Despite this, there are still questions about the long-term effects of medicinal cannabis use on certain demographics, … [Read more...] about Cannabis Use, Pregnancy, and Breastfeeding