Parens of children who depend on cannabis-based medications for epilepsy and other medical conditions are championing the new bill. A Colorado bill aims to make it easier for parents of children enrolled in the state’s medical marijuana program to get the cannabis-based medications that their children need. According to current state law, children in the… Continue reading Colorado Cannabis Bill Aims To Ease Restrictions For Parents
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Man Founds Non-Profit Yoga Recovery Group
“I knew that financially a lot of people in recovery couldn’t afford yoga, and I felt that was unacceptable. So I started the foundation…” There are many roads to recovery, and for Taylor Hunt, yoga has been a profound piece of his path. Yoga was so instrumental for Hunt that he founded the Trini Foundation,… Continue reading Man Founds Non-Profit Yoga Recovery Group
Glenn Close Discusses Mental Health Stigma
The “Damages” actress spoke about the stigma surrounding those with mental health issues during a recent lecture. Golden Globe winner and vocal mental health advocate Glenn Close took another opportunity to speak on the dangers of stigma against mental illness during a recent lecture in central Ohio. The renowned actress was invited to speak as… Continue reading Glenn Close Discusses Mental Health Stigma
Top DEA Agent Accused Of Laundering Over $7 Million In Drug Money
The former DEA agent allegedly kept $7 million of money laundered from drug sales in a business account. A former Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agent who oversaw a high-profile undercover operation has been linked to a $7 million money-laundering scheme involving Colombian drug cartels. Five current and former law enforcement officials told the AP that Jose Irizarry—who left… Continue reading Top DEA Agent Accused Of Laundering Over $7 Million In Drug Money
CBS Rejects Medical Marijuana Super Bowl Ad
“It’s a public service announcement really more than it is an advertisement,” said the medical marijuana company’s head of marketing. Ahead of this year’s Super Bowl LIII, there’s one industry that’s been shut out of advertising during the big game—medical marijuana. The Super Bowl ad would have been fairly tame, introducing three people who have… Continue reading CBS Rejects Medical Marijuana Super Bowl Ad
Rob Lowe Talks Replacing Alcohol With Exercise
“It became an outlet for all of the tension, stresses, compulsivity. I funneled the addiction, frankly, into that,” said the Parks & Rec actor. More than 28 years ago, actor Rob Lowe hit the gym to convince himself that he didn’t have a substance abuse problem. As long as he could run breakneck sprints—a quarter-mile in 60… Continue reading Rob Lowe Talks Replacing Alcohol With Exercise
Opioid Use May Be Tied To Intestinal Disorder In Newborns
A new report explores the connection between opioid use and the intestinal birth defect. Infants whose mothers use opioids during pregnancy are at risk for a host of issues from small head size to dependency on the drugs. Now, a new report suggests an additional health concern for babies exposed to opioids: a possible increased… Continue reading Opioid Use May Be Tied To Intestinal Disorder In Newborns
How Results-Driven School Culture Affects Teachers’ Mental Health
Researchers talked to teachers on long-term sick leave as a result of struggling with mental health for a new study. More and more UK teachers are beginning to struggle with their mental health as a result of changing expectations in the profession. This information comes from a new study, Forbes reports. Researchers have determined that… Continue reading How Results-Driven School Culture Affects Teachers’ Mental Health
Confusing Law Led to Marijuana Arrests In California
A recent high-profile stop has led to a lawsuit by two former highway patrol officers who now operate a cannabis transportation business. Recreational cannabis may be legal in California, but complex laws in the state mean officers are still regularly pulling people over and seizing marijuana. In fact, in 2018, California Highway Patrol officers seized… Continue reading Confusing Law Led to Marijuana Arrests In California
Anne Hathaway Vows To Stop Drinking Until Son Is Older
Hathaway says before she stopped drinking she had been touring rum bars on the island Mauritius, an experience she doesn’t remember. Anne Hathaway hasn’t had a drink since October—and she plans to keep it that way for the next 18 years. According to USA Today, the actress made the announcement on The Ellen DeGeneres Show on Tuesday… Continue reading Anne Hathaway Vows To Stop Drinking Until Son Is Older