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40% of Cancer Patients are Now Using Cannabis to Manage Symptoms? - The Growing Case for Cannabis for Cancer

by 420 Bills | 12:00am

As awareness of these benefits spreads, an increasing number of cancer patients are turning to cannabis as a complementary therapy. Surveys indicate that approximately 20-40% of cancer patients use cannabis to manage their symptoms. This trend reflects a growing acceptance of cannabis within both patient communities and some segments of the medical community.

Opinion

The Black Pander: How Kamala Harris is Trying to Sway Young Black Men with Weed Legalization

by Reginald Reefer | Saturday Oct 19, 2024

Today, we're turning our discerning gaze towards Vice President Kamala Harris and her latest campaign promise. Specifically, we're dissecting her attempt to woo young Black male voters with promises of cannabis reform and economic opportunities. Now, don't get me wrong - these are important issues that deserve attention. But there's something about the timing and presentation that's got my bullshit detector working overtime.

News

Fired for a Positive THC Drug Test after Taking CBD - Supreme Court to Hear Truck Driver Case on CBD, THC, and Drug Testing

by 420 Bills | Thursday Oct 17, 2024

In 2020, Douglas Horn, a truck driver employed by a logistics company, found himself at the center of a legal battle that would ultimately reach the U.S. Supreme Court. His ordeal began when he decided to try a CBD (cannabidiol) product called Dixie X, produced by Medical Marijuana Inc., which he believed to be completely free of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the psychoactive compound in cannabis. This decision was motivated by Horn's desire to manage chronic pain resulting from injuries sustained in a previous trucking accident.

Opinion

The Marijuana Misinformation Machine - How Politicians Plan to Block Cannabis Legalization

by Reginald Reefer | Wednesday Oct 16, 2024

In recent years, we've heard politicians clamoring about the dangers of "misinformation" and "disinformation," with some even calling for regulations on free speech. But these same politicians seem to have a glaring blind spot when it comes to their own history of spreading falsehoods, particularly regarding cannabis.

B2B

Are There Heavy Metals in Your Weed? - It May Not Be the Soil, But the Packaging Materials!

by Chiara C | Tuesday Oct 15, 2024

One critical aspect that often goes overlooked is the potential for heavy metals to leach from packaging materials into cannabis products. This article delves into the implications of heavy metals leachability in cannabis packaging, exploring its sources, risks, regulatory frameworks, and best practices for ensuring consumer safety.

News

Yes, I Will Legalize Recreational Cannabis at the Federal Level - VP Kamala Harris Goes All in on Weed!

by 420 Bills | Tuesday Oct 15, 2024

A significant aspect of Harris's policy plan is her commitment to legalizing recreational marijuana at the federal level. This proposal is particularly relevant given the historical context of cannabis prohibition and its disproportionate impact on Black communities. By legalizing cannabis and expunging past convictions related to non-violent marijuana offenses, Harris aims to rectify some of these injustices.

Opinion

NIH Bombshell Report : Adults are Consuming Cannabis and Psychedelics at Record High Levels

by Reginald Reefer | Monday Oct 14, 2024

According to recent studies by the National Institutes of Health, adults are indulging in cannabis and psychedelics at historic highs, leaving researchers scratching their heads and wondering, "What's the deal?" As someone who's spent the better part of two decades exploring the vast frontiers of consciousness through various herbal and fungal allies, I feel uniquely qualified to offer my two cents on this phenomenon.

Medical

CBD-Rich Extracts Help Mitigate Autism Symptoms in Kids and Teens Says Medical Study

by HighChi | Saturday Oct 12, 2024

 A landmark observational study conducted in Brazil involved 60 adolescents diagnosed with moderate to severe ASD. Participants were administered CBD-rich extracts for six months. The results were encouraging, with 70% of participants showing clinical improvements in areas such as attention, communication, and overall behavior. Notably, 74% of participants were able to reduce or discontinue at least one prescription medication, highlighting the potential of CBD as an adjunct or alternative treatment.

Opinion

Smoking Weed Can Increase Penis Length and Girth - The Study That Looks to Good to Be True

by Reginald Reefer | Friday Oct 11, 2024

A seemingly legitimate scientific paper with the impressive title, "The Perceived Effect of Cannabis Use on Penile Growth in Humans." This gem, published on Clinmedjournals.org, has been making the rounds, cited by various publications as cold, hard fact. There's just one tiny problem – it's complete and utter nonsense.

Opinion

Over 600 People per Day Were Arrested for Simple Marijuana Possession in 2023 - The Drug War Rolls On

by Reginald Reefer | Thursday Oct 10, 2024

According to the FBI's latest Crime in the United States report, a staggering 220,000 marijuana-related arrests were made in 2023. Brace yourselves for this kicker: the majority of these arrests were for simple possession. That's right, folks. We're not talking about kingpins or violent offenders. We're talking about average Joes and Janes whose crime was having a plant in their pocket.