Marijuana Use and the Impacts on Insurance Contributed by: Chris Ward The laws governing marijuana use and possession can be complex, confusing and even conflicting. At this moment, federal law still classifies marijuana as an illegal substance - while more than half the states in the country now allow it for at least medicinal use (1). In other states, … [Read more...] about Understanding How Marijuana Use Impacts Insurance
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Cannabis Breathalyzer, You Don’t Say
The question is does this breathalyzer work? We should all support safety on our roads and in society in general. An accurate breathalyzer could help ensure we have a gauge to keep people safe. There is a time an place for recreational impairment. However, the device is only a tool, not the process. What quantitative value do we assign to represent impairment? The … [Read more...] about Cannabis Breathalyzer, You Don’t Say
Summer Hustle
Will the summer winds bring change? Where is the summer going? It seems like we had a late start to the warm weather and it's almost August already. Work, work, work seems to be the mantra around here. If it's not family or work, there isn't enough time it feels like. Luckily we are blessed to be able to keep the hustle going without burning … [Read more...] about Summer Hustle
New England Travels
New England - Cannabis Friendly States Who doesn’t like the summer weather? It’s time to open the doors and windows to let the fresh air in. Living in Connecticut, we are interestingly positioned for weekend getaways. Just with a few hour drive, residents could easily travel to seven or eight states for a miniature vacation. Being a patient, normal access to … [Read more...] about New England Travels
Happy 710
710 It's 710 and it's time to party...well maybe not until after work but you get where I'm going. As a self-proclaimed stoners, we're always excited to celebrate 420 like everyone else, but since we all needed another reason to get together and make clouds. While 420 is for flowers, 710 is a day for concentrates, specifically our … [Read more...] about Happy 710
CannaHealth Grand Opening
CannaHealth Opens in New Haven today! Did you hear the great news? CannaHealth is opening up a new location in New Haven! With over 900+ registered doctors in the state medical marijuana program, why is it so hard to find a doctor who can help you. All too often, there is the need for an awkward conversation with a current doctor who isn't aware of the … [Read more...] about CannaHealth Grand Opening
Happy 4th of July
Happy 4th of July It's Independence Day! We hope everyone has a safe and happy 4th of July. Today we celebrate our freedoms and independence from colonial rule. While we may not be perfect, that doesn't mean we shouldn't continue to strive for better. Change can start with you. Freedom is not free and easy, but a fire only starts with a spark. May your clouds … [Read more...] about Happy 4th of July
MMP Board of Physicians Refuses to Add New Conditions
Board of Physicians Says NO to Adding New Conditions As I sit, preparing for my day and putting together my daily medicine I couldn’t help but feel reminiscent of my days filling those daily pill containers. Thankfully those days are over, these days life is more fun and fulfilling. I got to stop and think more about the Department of Consumer Protection's … [Read more...] about MMP Board of Physicians Refuses to Add New Conditions
Big News out of New York
Is New York the land of opportunity? First and foremost congrats to New York Lawmakers for taking a stand and declaring that enough is enough in regards to cannabis prohibition and it's unnecessary enforcement. It's disheartening to see our own Connecticut legislators drag their feet, only to procrastinate when our state needs a new economic opportunity to help us out of our … [Read more...] about Big News out of New York
Friday Fun with Flowers
Welcome to Double D's Triple F These flowers were such beautiful specimens, they were begging to be photographed. It wasn't long after I went through the connoisseur checklist that all the equipment came out. It's times like this, that I can honestly say this is what it's about for me. The flower is what brought me to advocacy and it's the reason I'll keep on … [Read more...] about Friday Fun with Flowers