09/24/2019 | Cannabis Studies
2019 Cannabis Studies… So Far!
As cannabis becomes legal in more states, whether medicinal or recreational, more scientists and researchers are able to conduct studies about cannabis. In 2019 alone, there have been published studies that have debunked cannabis myths, further proven its effectiveness on certain diseases, and more. The discoveries that have been made in the last couple of years alone are extremely promising and showcase the valuable properties that cannabis offers.
Read More09/04/2019 | Health + Wellness
Updates to the Illinois Medical Cannabis Program
On August 9, 2019, the medical marijuana program in the State of Illinois got a huge boost. Governor J.B. Pritzker signed a pair of bills that expand who is able to get a medical card and when they can use it. With the legalization of recreational cannabis, sponsors say that the medical cannabis program should be expanded and protected as well, which is what these new bills work towards.
Read More07/28/2019 | Cannabis + Cancer, Health + Wellness
Medical Marijuana and Chemotherapy Side Effects
New research is ongoing in the field of medical cannabis, including medical cannabis and its effects on cancer. One such area of study is medical marijuana and how it can help cancer patients when they are undergoing chemotherapy. In fact, medical cannabis is approved in the State of Illinois to assist with the side-effects of chemotherapy since the beginning of the program. At Greenhouse, we have seen many patients seek symptom relief through the use of medical cannabis.
Read More06/19/2019 | CBD
CBD Can Help Curb Heroin Cravings
As more and more states legalize the use of medical cannabis, uses of cannabidiol, or CBD, continue to be found and studied. One such use is assistance with overcoming drug addiction. While some may think this is counterintuitive, there has been quite a bit of research done that proves the use of CBD in helping those with opioid addiction
Read More05/27/2019 | Cannabis + Cancer, Health + Wellness
National Cancer Survivors Day!
June 2nd is National Cancer Survivors Day! Many patients across the State of Illinois that are suffering from cancer choose to supplement their treatment with medical cannabis. Medical cannabis is often able to assist with the side effects of cancer treatment, particularly nausea and loss of appetite from chemotherapy.
Read More05/15/2019 | Health + Wellness
Medical Cannabis and Your Stutter
Though not yet approved by the state of Illinois, speech impediments can be helped through medical marijuana treatment.
Read More04/28/2019 | Cannabis Education
Illinois Medical Cannabis Pilot Program
While the State of Illinois is in the middle of recreational cannabis discussions, lawmakers are also looking at the Illinois Medical Cannabis Pilot Program.
Read More03/13/2019 | Health + Wellness
Traumatic Brain Injuries and Cannabis
As March is National Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month, we at Greenhouse want to provide more information regarding how medical cannabis can help those suffering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Around 2.8 million people a year suffer a TBI, and nearly two million of those are sports-related. Other causes include car accidents, falls, and more. When one experiences a traumatic brain injury, victims can lose consciousness, experience convulsions, get headaches, become nauseated, feel fatigued, and even have seizures. A TBI can change the course of the victim’s life; so how can medical cannabis help?
Read More02/24/2019 | Health + Wellness
Cannabis as an Opioid Alternative
With the launch of Illinois’ Opioid Alternative Pilot Program, many more residents of the State of Illinois will have access to medical cannabis as an alternative to an opioid prescription. Dispensaries across the state, including Greenhouse, are expanding hours and getting ready for an influx of patients due to the new pilot program. Essentially, the program allows those who are prescribed opioids to access medical cannabis, once they follow the instructions for the Opioid Alternative Pilot Program.
Read More02/01/2019 | Cannabis Education
Medical Cannabis Educational Session and Patient Registration
Our Deerfield location gives access to medical cannabis to those with an approved condition in the Lake County area. Once you have your registry identification card, and have chosen Greenhouse as your dispensary, our expert staff can assist you with all your medical cannabis needs!
Read More01/31/2019 | Health + Wellness
Opioid Alternative Pilot Program
Today, February 1st, Illinois launched the Opioid Alternative Pilot Program, a critical step in allowing those prescribed opioids to explore medical cannabis alternatives more quickly and safely!
Read More01/20/2019 | Health + Wellness, Cannabis + Glaucoma
Treating Glaucoma with Medical Cannabis
Glaucoma is a common eye condition from which more than three million Americans suffer. Globally, this number reaches nearly sixty million. Glaucoma causes optical nerve damage, and increased pressure in your eye. This can eventually lead to blindness, particularly when left untreated. Treatment varies but can include surgery and/or topical drugs. In the State of Illinois, glaucoma is an approved condition for medical cannabis, as it can help with glaucoma-related symptoms.
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