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When people hear “cannabis and depression” they usually go one of two ways. Either it’s framed like cannabis is a cure all or it’s dismissed as automatically harmful. Neither is responsible and neither helps patients who are genuinely struggling, especially folks...
Every time a headline about cannabis and the brain pops up, most people jump to one of two extremes: “See, it’s harmful” or “See, it’s medicine.” This new dataset based study out of CU Anschutz is a good reminder that reality is usually more nuanced. Using UK Biobank...
Chronic pain is exhausting. It wears people down physically, emotionally, financially and socially. So when someone hears “THC” or “CBD” might help, the question is usually not philosophical. It’s personal. But here’s the hard part: cannabis is marketed like a...
A new bipartisan bill would extend the timeline for upcoming federal hemp restrictions. Here’s what “Extension” means, why it matters and how to share your voice responsibly. If you’ve been following hemp headlines lately, you’ve probably felt the whiplash: one...
The cannabis market is growing, but it’s maturing fast BDSA’s forecast (shared via Cannabis Science and Technology) projects regulated US cannabis sales reaching $39.1B by 2029. In 2025, the article cites $23.9B adult use and $7.6B medical sales. Cannabis Science and...
Prohibition does not eliminate demand; it drives people toward misinformation, unregulated products and inconsistent dosing. Read the article published in the Des Moines Register. Rick Wagaman Guest columnist Dec. 28, 2025, 9:41 a.m. CT Rick Wagaman of Windsor Heights...
Ovarian cancer is one of those diagnoses that’s tough on every level. It’s often found late, it can come back, and the treatments that help can also take a real toll. That’s why I pay attention when researchers find anything that looks genuinely promising, even if...
You’ve probably noticed it too: more people are setting down the beer or wine and picking up a cannabis seltzer. Gen Z, millennials and even a lot of older adults are testing out THC drinks as a “better-for-me” swap for alcohol. There is some interesting science...
If you live with chronic low back pain, you probably don’t need another promise that sounds too good to be true. You already know what it’s like to rotate through NSAIDs, muscle relaxers, maybe even opioids, and still wake up stiff, sore, and exhausted. That’s why...
Cannabis is becoming a regular part of many people’s wellness routines, whether through THC, CBD, or full-spectrum products. As the science grows, so does our understanding of how cannabis interacts with certain prescription medications. These interactions don’t mean...