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Virginia Marijuana Blog


5 Stand Out Women Of Color In The Cannabis Industry
Wanda James, Co-founder & CEO of Simply Pure Wanda James has a very diverse and impressive background before the cannabis industry as she...
Mar 17, 20212 min read


Taking Medical Marijuana Edibles on an Empty Stomach Vs. a Full Stomach
When you get a medical marijuanas card in Virginia , you can purchase marijuana gummies and other forms of edibles from legal cannabis dispensaries across the state. Medical marijuana edibles are becoming increasingly popular among patients who are looking for natural relief from a variety of symptoms including pain, muscle spasms, nausea, insomnia and anxiety. Learning how to use edibles, however, can be an intimidating task. For medical marijuana beginners, this guide to e
Mar 16, 20214 min read


Virginia Lawmaker Asks Governor Northam to Veto His Own Adult-Use Cannabis Bill
Republican Representative Bob Good Says Marijuana is a "Gateway Drug" Medical marijuana in Virginia has seen a moderately successful rollout over the last couple of years. Access to relief is expanding and getting easier. However, the majority of residents in the state want to see even more relaxed marijuana laws, and legislators are listening. Mostly. Freshman Representative from Virginia’s 5th District, Bob Good, thinks that marijuana is a gateway drug. He is not happy abou
Mar 10, 20212 min read


Can Cannabis Trees Save The Bees?
Are Our Beloved Bees Doing OK? Out of the thousands and thousands of species of bees on this earth, humans have chosen to have a...
Mar 10, 20212 min read


Patient Testimony: The Vape Cartridge Dilemma
Relocating from the West Coast to a land of Buckeyes was, well, educational. Aside from parting ways with my favorite surf-n-turf hang, I...
Mar 5, 20212 min read


Things You and Cannabis Have in Common
Let me guess what you are thinking: “What could I possibly have in common with a random plant?” I’ll let you in on a little secret … ...
Mar 2, 20212 min read


Virginia Legalizes Adult-Use Marijuana 2021 - No Effect Until 2024
Despite Law Legalizing Recreational Marijuana, it's Still a Good Idea to Have a Virginia Marijuana Card For Now Proponents of legal adult-use cannabis in the Old South have finally won a heated battle. On Saturday, February 27, 2021, the Virginia Legislature passed a measure to make recreational cannabis legal in the state along party lines. In the House, the measure passed 48-43. In the Senate, 20-19. Virginia’s Adult-Use Marijuana Laws Won’t Take Effect Until 2024 The origi
Mar 1, 20212 min read


New Study: Nearly Half of Medical Marijuana Users Cease Using Opioids After Twelve Months
Opioid Use For Chronic Pain Goes Down by Half! A study was just published this past month in the Canadian Journal of Anesthesia, which...
Feb 25, 20212 min read


Virginia Lawmakers Approve The Sale of Cannabis Flower
More good news has been announced in Virginia as lawmakers recently passed new legislation that will allow the sale of smokable marijuana...
Feb 23, 20211 min read


How To Talk To Your Family About Medical Marijuana Use
Talking To Your Family About Medical Marijuana Making the decision to use medical marijuana isn’t always the easiest. Although medical...
Feb 23, 20212 min read


How Marijuana Interacts With Our Bodies
How Does Cannabis Work in the Body? While most patients are aware of the basic effects of cannabis, some may question ‘What is the...
Feb 18, 20212 min read


Does Cannabis Help With Period Pain?
Medical Marijuana and Menstrual Pain Relief Menstrual cramps and pains are common symptoms that many women experience during their...
Feb 17, 20212 min read


Medical Marijuana In Virginia – Progress Since 2015 And What To Expect In 2021
Virginia's Medical Marijuana Program Since its inception in 2015, Virginia's medical marijuana program has offered tremendous benefits to...
Feb 15, 20215 min read


How Does Marijuana Affect Hormones?
Does Marijuana Affect Hormones? Hormones are one of the most powerful systems in the body. They impact stress and mood regulations,...
Feb 10, 20213 min read
How To Relieve Nausea With Medical Marijuana
How Medical Marijuana Is Used for Relieving Nausea Most people are familiar with nausea, an uncomfortable feeling in the stomach that is...
Feb 8, 20212 min read
5 Benefits of Keeping a Cannabis Journal
When it comes to cannabis, the effects differ from patient to patient. While one product may bring you sensations of relaxation, it may...
Feb 4, 20212 min read
Medical Marijuana Telemedicine Appointments Flourish Amid Pandemic
The medical marijuana industry has been one of the fastest growing industries since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic as 48% of...
Feb 3, 20211 min read
6 Tips For First Time Medical Marijuana Users
Many patients come to us that have never used medical marijuana before. You may be one of these individuals! After you meet with the...
Jan 29, 20212 min read
How To Add Marijuana To Your Yoga Routine
Using cannabis for yoga has been around for thousands of years. Cannabis works well with yoga as an exercise and meditative practice as...
Jan 27, 20211 min read
How Does Medical Marijuana Help Glaucoma?
What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a disease that damages the eye's optic nerve when fluid builds up around the front part of the eye,...
Jan 18, 20212 min read
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