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The Changing Landscape of Medical Marijuana in Massachusetts: What Patients Should Know

Canna Care Docs

Unlike other states, Massachusetts has seen its medical program expand even after legalizing recreational cannabis. While patient enrollment peaked in 2020, current levels remain significantly higher than when recreational cannabis became legal in 2018. increase from the start of adult-use sales and only a 16.4%

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Medical Program Decline

Canna Care Docs

The Decline of Medical Marijuana in Massachusetts: What It Means for Patients In recent years, Massachusetts, once a pioneer in cannabis reform, has seen its medical marijuana program gradually overshadowed by the booming recreational market. Now, they often face higher costs or less effective treatment through recreational channels.

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CBD vs. THC: Medical Benefits and Key Differences

Miss Marijuana

These compounds found in cannabis plants have been making waves in wellness, medicine, and even recreation. CBD has a more subtle interaction, which is why it’s often used for things like anxiety or chronic pain relief without the mind-altering effects. Now, when it comes to medical vs. recreational use , there’s a clear divide.

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Miami Cannabis Doctor Explains Florida Medical Marijuana Laws for Patients

LifeCannMD

Your information is locked down tight under HIPAA laws, just like any other medical treatment. Recent research continues to support cannabis as a legitimate medical treatment: Chronic Pain Management/Pain Relief That Actually Works: Here’s what the research shows – and what I see in my practice every day.

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The History of RSO: One Man’s Journey Changed Everything

LifeCannMD

This isn’t a story about recreational marijuana or getting high. The conventional treatments weren’t appealing, and here was something he could make himself, based on actual research. When cancer treatments leave you hugging the toilet bowl, unable to eat, struggling just to get through each daycannabis can be a lifeline.

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When adult-use eclipses medical: How recreational cannabis legalization has undermined patient care

The Cannigma

The cannabis movement began with a mission rooted in compassion—dedicated to providing relief for patients suffering from severe conditions such as HIV/AIDS, cancer, epilepsy, and chronic pain. Dispensaries now prioritize high-THC offerings such as flowers, edibles, concentrates, and vapes to cater to recreational users.

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9 Marijuana Strains To Help Chronic Pain

MMJ Recs

Various state laws are gradually beginning to embrace the plant as a recreational pastime, too. Chronic pain marijuana strains span across sativa, indica, and hybrid breeds. Chronic pain marijuana strains span across sativa, indica, and hybrid breeds. Afghan Kush. Harlequin. Bubba Kush.