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Nearly 90% of patients with arthritis and musculoskeletal (MSK) joint pain regard cannabis as an effective and safe pain treatment, according to a new Canadian study.The research, published in the Journal of International Medical Research, found that 26% of the 406 patients surveyed had used cannabis previously to manage their pain symptoms, whilst 16% had used it in the past month.Significantly, patients believed cannabis could treat over 50% of their pain and replace nearly half of their analgesic pain medications, with most feeling comfortable discussing cannabis use with their physicians.Over 600 million people worldwide live with arthritis, and one in…

When legal cannabis markets first opened, the industry celebrated availability. Getting product to consumers safely and legally was the mission, and for a long time, that was enough. Hardware was an afterthought. A cart was a cart. A battery was a battery. That era is over. In California, the largest legal market in the world, vapes outsold flower for the first time in July 2025. In 2021, flower outsold vapes in that state by nearly two to one. According to data from the California Department of Cannabis Control, vape sales hit $124.4 million in December 2025 compared to $107.6 million…

Memorial Day sales have become a familiar piece of the American calendar. Mattress stores slash prices, car dealerships wrap vehicles in oversized flags, and inboxes fill with patriotic marketing campaigns before the holiday weekend even begins. In Nevada’s cannabis industry, one group of operators is taking a different approach by tying the weekend directly to local veteran support efforts instead of simply using the imagery of military service to move product. Deep Roots Harvest is partnering with veteran-owned Brand House for a two-day Memorial Day weekend fundraiser supporting local veterans’ organizations during the company’s Harvest Market Vendor Fair in Mesquite.…

Long term chronic pain patients were able to reduce their opioid consumption after the introduction of funded medical cannabis, according to new research published in the Cureus Journal of Medical Science.The five-month study, conducted at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, followed 29 adults who had been living with chronic pain for a median of 11 years and were struggling to reduce their opioid medication despite other treatments.The results showed a 65% reduction in mean daily opioid consumption – from 46.8 morphine milligram equivalents (MMEs) per day at baseline to 16.2 MMEs per day after one month, with the…

For more than a decade, Wiz Khalifa has occupied a rare position in American culture. Few artists have managed to turn a personal lifestyle into a lasting commercial ecosystem without losing the authenticity that made audiences care in the first place. Fewer still have done it while remaining unmistakably themselves. There is a direct line from Bob Marley to Cheech & Chong to Cypress Hill to Snoop Dogg to Wiz Khalifa. Every generation of cannabis culture seems to produce one defining figure who pushes the plant further into the mainstream while evolving the public image surrounding it. Bob Marley was…

We all know that chronic stress takes its toll on the mind, but it also ages you visibly.You’ve probably seen it happen: someone endures months of chronic stress and suddenly looks years older. Sustained periods of stress trigger a specific biological cascade, and the brain responds by releasing high levels of cortisol, the body’s primary “stress hormone.” The release of this chemical accelerates cellular breakdown, triggers inflammation and depletes collagen, which goes on to disrupt the skin’s protective barrier. It also disrupts sleep, fragmenting the deep cycles needed for cellular repair. While some of these changes are reversible, prolonged stress…

Data from England’s medical cannabis market shows that over 15 tonnes of flower were prescribed in 2025, but for the first time since November 2018, dried flower has lost ground to faster-growing formats such as vapes and pastilles.New NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) data analysed by cannabis research firm Cannamonitor shows 633,000 prescribed items in the first seven months of 2025 alone – already around 97% of the full-year 2024 total.The amount of cannabis flower prescribed each month has grown eightfold in the last three years. Data shows that monthly volumes have surged from 158kg in 2022 to 1,370kg by…

For many medical cannabis patients, finding a comfortable and effective way to consume their medication matters just as much as the medicine itself. Water pipes have become one of the most popular choices, and it is easy to see why. They offer a cooler, smoother experience compared to other methods, making them especially appealing for patients who want to reduce throat and lung irritation. What Is a Water Pipe and How Does It Work? A water pipe, often called a glass water pipe or filtration pipe, uses water to cool and filter the smoke before it reaches your lungs. When…

The cannabis landscape has changed a lot over the past few years. In 2026, more medical patients than ever are looking beyond traditional options and paying close attention to hemp flower. It is natural, familiar in form, and widely available. For patients who want something closer to the whole plant experience, it has become a very interesting area to explore. What Is Hemp Flower and Why Does It Matter Hemp flower is the raw, dried bud of the hemp plant. It looks and smells very similar to traditional cannabis flower, but it contains only trace amounts of the compounds that…

Ordering cannabis online has become a normal part of life for many adults in legal states. It is convenient, fast, and gives you access to a wider selection than many physical stores. But not every online order goes smoothly, especially if you are new to it. Knowing what to look for before you click that order button can save you a lot of frustration. Make Sure It Is Legal Where You Are This one comes first for a reason. Cannabis laws in the United States still vary a great deal from state to state, and even between cities and counties.…