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Americans Say Alcohol Is More Harmful Than Cannabis—Here’s Why That Matters

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, Healthcare, In The News, Plant Science, Politics, Trends / By Jeff Leclere

A new national poll shows that most Americans now believe alcohol is more harmful than marijuana—a big shift from decades of outdated thinking. This growing awareness isn’t just about health facts; it’s about changing social attitudes, legal policy, and how we talk about responsible substance use. In this blog, we explore what the data really means, …

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CBD Cuts Seizures in Half? Science Backs It Up.

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, Healthcare, In The News, Mental Health, Plant Science / By Jeff Leclere

A new scientific review confirms what many families and patients have been saying for years—CBD significantly reduces seizures in people with epilepsy, especially when other treatments fail. The data shows it works at more than double the rate of placebo, with relatively mild side effects. In this article, we dive into what the study found, …

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Psychedelics and Veterans: Why VA Secretary Doug Collins is Calling on Congress to Take Action After Talks with RFK Jr.

Leave a Comment / Healthcare, In The News, Mental Health, Plant Science, Politics, Psilocybin, Psychedelics, Trends / By Jeff Leclere

After an “eye-opening” conversation with Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., U.S. Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins says it’s time to rethink how we treat PTSD and mental health in America’s veterans. Collins plans to push Congress to support research into psychedelic-assisted therapy—a move that may signal a broader shift in how …

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“Drive Smart, Not Stereotyped”: New Research Shows Cannabis Users Respond to Real Talk, Not Stoner Tropes

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, Charity, Healthcare, In The News, Mental Health, Plant Science / By Jeff Leclere

As cannabis legalization grows nationwide, so does the need for honest conversations about safety—especially when it comes to driving. A new study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety finds that cannabis consumers respond best to anti-impaired driving messages that are realistic, non-judgmental, and free from outdated “stoner” stereotypes. The results? Safer roads and smarter …

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Still Censored: Why Cannabis Content Keeps Getting Flagged on Social Media

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, In The News, Plant Science, Politics, Trends / By Jeff Leclere

Even though cannabis is legal in many U.S. states, the cannabis community still faces serious challenges online. Facebook and Instagram, both owned by Meta, claim to support free speech—but they continue to restrict cannabis-related content. Whether you’re a licensed business, medical patient, educator, or advocate, your content may still be shadowbanned, deleted, or hidden. It’s …

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Veterans & Medical Marijuana: 4 in 10 Use Cannabis to Manage Chronic Pain, Study Finds

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, Charity, Healthcare, In The News, Mental Health, Plant Science / By Jeff Leclere

A groundbreaking new study reveals that nearly 40% of U.S. military veterans living with chronic pain are using medical marijuana to manage their symptoms. These findings are shining a spotlight on the role of cannabis as a safer, more natural alternative to prescription drugs. With a growing number of veterans turning to cannabis for pain, …

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Drug Testing in the Age of Legal Weed: What Elon Musk, Government Jobs, and Cannabis Reform Have in Common

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, In The News, Plant Science, Politics / By Jeff Leclere

A proposed bill from Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ) would mandate drug testing for special government employees—specifically targeting Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) appointees. This move raises serious questions about the fairness and relevance of drug testing in a time when cannabis legalization is expanding across the U.S. In this post, …

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Cannabis Workers Face Health Risk From Allergies

Behind the Bud: Cannabis Workers Face Health Risks—Here’s What We Need to Know

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, In The News, Plant Science, Politics / By Jeff Leclere

As the legal cannabis and hemp industries continue to grow, so does awareness of the health and safety risks faced by workers. A new federal spotlight is raising concerns over how cannabis cultivation and processing can expose employees to allergens and other workplace hazards. It’s time to talk openly about protecting the people behind the …

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Can Cannabis Help College Athletes Manage Pain? New Research Says Yes!

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, Healthcare, In The News, Mental Health, Plant Science / By Jeff Leclere

A growing body of research is showing that cannabis may be a safe and effective option for managing pain in college athletes. Recent findings reveal that student-athletes in the NCAA are turning to cannabis to help with injuries, recovery, and overall wellness. As attitudes shift and new policies emerge, the role of cannabis in sports …

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New Hampshire Rejects Key Cannabis Reform Bills—What That Means for Patients, Progress, and Public Opinion

Leave a Comment / Cannabis, In The News, Plant Science, Politics / By Jeff Leclere

Despite growing public support for cannabis legalization and access, the New Hampshire Senate Judiciary Committee recently voted to kill three major cannabis reform bills—including proposals to legalize adult-use cannabis, allow home cultivation for medical patients, and expand hemp-derived cannabinoid use. This move puts New Hampshire further behind its New England neighbors and has left advocates …

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