A.J. Herrington is a freelance writer covering cannabis and hemp news, business and culture from his home base in California, where weed has been legal recreationally since 2016 and for medicinal purposes since 1995. An avid cannabis enthusiast, he has been a home grower for nearly a decade. He has covered cannabis since 2017 for national outlets including Forbes and High Times.
Medical cannabis can be effective for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), according to a study of more than 3,000 patients.
As a cannabis patient, you have certain rights. These organizations are fighting for patients' rights and safe access.
People who use cannabis consume less alcohol and have fewer cravings, according to the new research.
A federal court has ruled that health insurance companies are not required to cover medical cannabis purchases.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office is threatening a D.C. dispensary with prosecution, despite compliance with the city’s medical cannabis program.
The use of cannabis to treat patients with cancer has significant medical benefits, according to a recent review of scientific evidence.
A medical cannabis card can open up opportunities, but employment can be tricky. Getting a government job will depend on where you live.
The Florida legislation would waive the $75 medical cannabis registration fee for military veterans and change renewal frequency.
Skunk strains are popular among cannabis enthusiasts for both their unique aroma and reported effects. Here's all you need to know about them.
Knowing cannabis measurements is key. A quarter of weed is a common quantity the plant is sold in. So, how much is a quarter of weed?
The approved bill would permit doctors to recommend medical cannabis for any condition they believe it will help.
White House choice for so-called drug czar says medical cannabis can be a "fantastic" treatment for seriously ill people.
Edibles are extremely popular among cannabis patients. These are the best California edibles brands available now.
Pain is one of the most common conditions causing patients to turn to medical cannabis. So, what are they saying about how the plant helps?
Forty percent of military veterans with chronic pain use medical cannabis to manage their symptoms, according to the results of a recent study.
Pennsylvania bill would protect medical cannabis patients from DUI charges unless there is proof of impairment.
The Georgia Senate last week passed a bill to expand the state’s medical cannabis program.
The Nebraska AG is urging state lawmakers to ignore two voter-approved ballot measures to legalize medical cannabis.
