Smoking marijuana may make sperm lethargic
Every time a person abuses any kind of drugs, he or she enhances the risk of developing serious physical and psychological damages. Illicit drugs, often adulterated with numerous toxic solvents, are associated with a host of complications like organ damage, respiratory issues, different types of cancers, overdose and death in the worst scenario.
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Medical marijuana not a solution to the opioid crisis
Across the United States, marijuana has found ardent supporters at a scale never seen before. The love for Mary Jane has seen a resurgence. An overwhelming 61 percent of Americans had voted for its legalization in a poll conducted by CBS News on 20 April 2017. Youngsters aged 18-34 had come openly in support of […]
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Marijuana use affects different parts of the brain
The controversial drug marijuana is a psychoactive substance that affects the central nervous system (CNS) and alters the brain’s chemistry. The increasing acceptance of marijuana like alcohol further spikes the health risks. Although marijuana is derived from the hemp plant, one of its active chemicals tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is responsible for altering the normal functioning of […]
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Health risks of certain drugs – Part 1: Marijuana
Trapped in the imaginary world of addiction, some people may talk about the liberating feeling one soaks in after those comforting puffs of marijuana. However, the reality is far away from the imaginary world. People who frequently smoke marijuana have reported symptoms of bronchitis, including wheezing, coughing and tightness in the chest. In addition, marijuana […]
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Luxury industry sees big potential to capitalize on marijuana legalization
The legalization of marijuana has opened the doors for the luxury industry in the form of a big opportunity. From high-street fashion incorporating cannabis motifs to high-end accessories with cutting-edge designs, the luxury industry has started capitalizing on all available opportunities. Modern and branded marijuana accessories are already being offered by online retailers and physical […]
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Are workplace drug-testing norms in sync with legalized marijuana environment?
The legalization of medical marijuana in 29 states, including the District of Columbia, and recreational use in eight of these has resulted in a dilemma for the workforce as well as the employers. In states such as California and Colorado, where cannabis consumption is legal, employees can be fired, or not be considered for a […]
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Marijuana legalization: Hot topic for Texas 85th legislative session
While Texas lags in marijuana policy, many are hopeful that the Texas 85th legislative session will put an end to such conservatism. Basis a number of proposals in favor of decriminalizing possession of small amounts of marijuana that were proposed in November 2016, it is expected that the Texas legislative session may take some ground-breaking […]
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Marijuana Decriminalization Bill introduction in Texas Legislative Assembly
Texas considers possession, consumption, growing and selling of marijuana as illegal. The only exception to the rule is allowing medical cannabis for patients diagnosed with intractable epilepsy. However, the veterans’ community of Texas has been pushing for legalization of medical marijuana across the state to ease out the lingering effects of war traumas on veterans. […]
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Texas veterans wait for legal medical marijuana in state
For the supporters of legal marijuana, November 8, 2016, was a day of rejoicing when recreational marijuana was legalized in California, Massachusetts, Nevada and Maine, and medical marijuana was legalized in North Dakota, Montana, Florida and Arkansas. However, when it comes to Texas, possession of even a tiny amount of marijuana can land one in […]
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Young marijuana users are indifferent to social rejection: Study
Among a plethora of drugs that Americans are addicted to, marijuana remains the most debated one due to differing viewpoints among people regarding its legalization across American states. Marijuana is associated with distinctive physical and mental issues, and now a recent study by the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) indicated that young adults who used marijuana […]
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