
Pain Management and Medical Cannabis: An Integrative Therapeutic Approach
Featured, Health, SponsoredAlmost everyone, at some point in their lives, experiences an extended painful episode, either from traumatic or degenerative musculoskeletal or neurological problems. The negative complicating effects of chronic pain include decreased sleep,…

How High is Too High?
Featured, Health, Sponsored Winter 2019The CBD to THC Ratio is Essential to Controlling Dosage
Some patients have a difficult time finding medical cannabis products that are dosed appropriately for them. After they leave the dispensary for the first time, they go home excited and…

Mental Health and Medical Cannabis: Dispense Magazine Offers Panel at Monroeville Expo
Featured, News, PodcastFor many people dealing with mental health issues, to explore using cannabis as a treatment, it seems overwhelming because of two stigmas. First is the stigma of their condition, and second the stigma still lingering with medical cannabis in…

Let’s Talk Terpenes - Cymene
Featured, Health, TerpenesThis is the 20th installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Today,…






















Let’s Talk Terpenes - Phytol
Featured, Health, TerpenesThis is the 19th installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Phytol…






















Let's Talk Terpenes - Pulegone
Featured, Health, TerpenesThis is the 18th installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Pulegone…


Releaf App Helps Patients Find The Best Medicine
Featured, Health, Science Fall 2019Releaf is a free mobile app that empowers patients to make informed treatment and purchasing decisions by tracking the level of symptom relief a specific cannabis product or variety did, or did not, provide them. In addition to tracking symptom…






















Let’s Talk Terpenes - Sabinene
Featured, Health, TerpenesThis is the 17th installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Sabinene…


Veteran Profile: Erik Asher, Mastering the Power of the Press
Featured, News, Podcast Fall 2019Erik Asher is a Desert Storm Veteran and a tremendous influencer in the medical marijuana community in and around Pittsburgh. His expertise with a live rosin press has earned him a large following on YouTube. He recently spoke to Dispense for…


Treating Anxiety With Cannabis
Featured, Health, Science Fall 2019Pennsylvania sees surge in medical cannabis patients after adding anxiety to list of qualifying conditions
Cannabis is a naturally occurring plant that has been used medicinally throughout history - The history of cannabis and its usage by…






















Let’s Talk Terpenes - Terpinolene
Featured, Science, TerpenesThis is the 16th installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Terpinolene…


The History of Medical Cannabis from Ancient Times to 1937 to Today: An Interview with Vireo Health's Dr. Paloma Lehfeldt
Featured, Health, PodcastThere’s a huge gap in people’s understanding of cannabis. Most patients want to know why it’s illegal, while most doctors want to know why they didn’t learn about it in medical school. So says Dr. Paloma Lehfeldt, Director of Medical…


Vireo Launches Green Goods Dispensary; Announces New Cannabis Brand 1937
Featured, NewsThe first Green Goods branded retail location opened yesterday in Scranton, offering customers cannabis products from Vireo and other state-licensed manufacturers. The Company plans to open a second Green Goods location in Bethlehem, and the…


Keeping a Focus on Patient Safety: An Interview with Acreage Holdings CMO Dr. Corey Burchman, MD
Featured, Health, PodcastMany cannabis growers can grow, cure and process the plant, but what does it take to make good medicine? How do you make sure it is completely safe?
In this episode, we’ll find out what it takes to make good and safe medicine with Dr.…


Medical Cannabis, DUI, and Your Pennsylvania Driver’s License
Featured, Law, News Fall 2019On April 17, 2016, Pennsylvania became the 24th state to legalize Cannabis as a medical treatment when Governor Wolf signed the “Medical Marijuana Act.” While the Act has addressed many concerns on the medical administration of the drug,…






















Let's Talk Terpenes - Phellandrene
Featured, Science, TerpenesThis is the 15th installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Phellandrene…


Inside SB 350, PA's Adult-Use Bill: An Exclusive Interview with Senator Daylin Leach
Featured, Interviews, NewsSen. Daylin Leach was a co-author of Act 16, which legalized Medical Marijuana in Pennsylvania. Signed into law in April 2016, the first dispensaries opened two years later in February 2018, and since then over 200,000 patients have had access…


How To Run A Patient-Focused Dispensary: An Interview with Victor Guadagnino, Jr.
Featured, Interviews, PodcastPennsylvania now has over 60 medical cannabis dispensaries, and many more are planned. Each one must have a pharmacist available during hours of operation. In theory, every patient should have every question answered during every visit. In practice,…






















Let’s Talk Terpenes - Valencene
Featured, Health, TerpenesThis is the 14th installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Valencene…



Cannabis Science
Featured, Health, ScienceThe latest news, research, and reports on the therapeutic uses of cannabis from the scientific community.
Patient-Reported Symptom Relief Following Medical Cannabis Consumption
The Releaf Application continues to revolutionize the way studies…






















Let’s Talk Terpenes - Ocimene
Featured, Health, TerpenesThis is the 13th installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Although…


Vireo Employees Ratify Landmark Agreement Creating the First Cannabis Union Contract in Pennsylvania
Featured, Interviews, NewsUnited Food and Commercial Workers Local 1776 Keystone State and Vireo Health International, Inc. ("Vireo"), announced Monday that workers at Vireo’s Pennsylvania subsidiary voted overwhelmingly to ratify a Collective Bargaining Agreement…






















Let’s Talk Terpenes - Geraniol
Featured, Science, TerpenesThis is the 12th installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Some…


DOH Releases Statement as PA sees first death in vaping sickness
Health, NewsOne person has died from lung injuries associated with vaping, state Secretary of Health, Dr. Rachel Levine announced Friday.
Officials from the PA Department of Health aren't disclosing any other details about the death, as when or where…


How to Run a Patient-Focused Dispensary
Featured, Interviews, News Fall 2019An Interview with Victor Guadagnino, Jr.
The legalization of medical cannabis in Pennsylvania, while very successful in numbers, has not been without problems. The lack of patient education is one that stands out. Patients are not always receiving…


Dispense Publisher Featured in Pittsburgh Business Times
Featured, NewsThe Pittsburgh Business Times posted a blog about Medical Cannabis today, spotlighting several Pittsburgh area industry experts. The article, titled, “Ask The Experts: Medical Marijuana in Pennsylvania,” features, among others, our Founder…


The State of PA's Medical Cannabis Program - An Interview With Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman
Featured, News, PodcastLast week, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf announced that he and his Lt. Governor are firmly in favor of the legalization of cannabis for adult use.
Lt. Governor John Fetterman is a loud voice for legalization, a voice he earned by listening…






















Let's Talk Terpenes - Eucalyptol
Featured, Health, TerpenesThis is the 11th installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Eucalyptol,…


Patient’s Perspective - The REAL Problem With Vaping
Featured, Health, NewsIt’s been just over a year and a half since patients in PA have been able to legally purchase cannabis as medicine. That’s a year and a half of healing and health that thousands of people have been searching a very long time for, some for…


Check out Dispense Magazine and more at the Third Annual Mind, Body, Spirit Healing Expo
Featured, Health, NewsThe Third Annual Mind, Body, Spirit Healing Expo will be held this weekend and Dispense Magazine is excited to be a part of the event again this year. We will be on hand both days, Saturday, Sept. 28 and Sunday, Sept. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,…






















Let’s Talk Terpenes - Terpineol
Featured, Health, TerpenesThis is the 10th installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
If you…


Veteran Profile: Erik Asher
Featured, Interviews, PodcastMastering the Power of the Press
Medical cannabis is a huge issue with veterans, as it is often the most effective treatment for both pain and PTSD. So we’re proud to bring you profiles of veterans who are making waves in the cannabis industry…






















Let's Talk Terpenes - Bisabolol
Featured, Science, TerpenesThis is the ninth installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Bisabolol…



Are Legal PA Vapes Safe?
Featured, Health, News, ScienceTop Researchers and PA Grower/Processors reassure patients
As most have heard, there is a whirlwind of stories and conflicting information regarding the recent outbreak of lung illnesses and deaths related to vaping, which is causing confusion…



PA Growers/Processors, Dispensaries Release Statements Regarding Vaping Illnesses
NewsIn regards to the recent illnesses and deaths related to vaping, Pennsylvania Grower/Processors have been quick to respond and are making a concerted effort to assure their clients that their products are safe. All available statements are below:
Cresco…






















Let’s Talk Terpenes - Camphene
Featured, Health, Science, TerpenesThis is the eighth installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Camphene…


Death Toll Rises From Mysterious Illness Linked to Vaping
Featured, Health, NewsVitamin E Acetate now a "key focus" of the investigation; PA and Cresco Labs says its products are safe
UPDATE: To include a statement issued by Cresco Labs, a cannabis company that owns 23 production facilities and 22 dispensaries in 11 states,…


Talking to Your Doctor About Medical Cannabis
Health, News Spring 2019Americans for Safe Access has some advice on how to have a conversation about cannabis with your physician.
Be forthright. There is nothing wrong or illegal about discussing medical cannabis with your doctor. Federal courts have ruled that…


Top Three Things New Cardholders Should Know
Featured, Health, Sponsored Spring 2019You’ve got your card… NOW, WHAT?
1. How do I figure out what products I should use for my condition?
If your certifying physician did not put any restrictions on your medications, all options are available! The ways to consume cannabis…






















Let’s Talk Terpenes - Beta-Caryophyllene
Featured, Health, News, Science, TerpenesThis is the seventh installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Caryophyllene…



Cannabis Science
Featured, Health, News Spring 2019The latest news, research, and reports on the therapeutic uses of cannabis from the scientific community
The Case for the Entourage Effect and Conventional Breeding of Clinical Cannabis: “No Strain,” No Gain
Prolific cannabis researcher…


Anxiety and what it takes to qualify: An Interview with Sara Makin
Health, Interviews, News, PodcastAs of July 20, 2019, the Pennsylvania Dept. of Health now includes anxiety to the list of qualifying conditions for patients to be able to use medical cannabis.
But what exactly does it mean to have anxiety? We all get anxious from time to…






















Let's Talk Terpenes: Linalool
Featured, Health, Science, TerpenesThis is the sixth installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Linalool,…


3,000 Pennsylvanians with anxiety certified for medical cannabis in the first month
Featured, Health, NewsIn July, Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine announced that anxiety and Tourette syndrome would be added to a list of more than 20 qualifying medical marijuana conditions. Since then, a staggering 3,000 people have been certified for anxiety…






















Let’s Talk Terpenes - Borneol
Featured, Health, TerpenesThis is the fifth installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Although…






















Let’s Talk Terpenes - Nerolidol
Featured, Health, TerpenesThis is the fourth installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Island…


DC Now Accepting Medical Marijuana Cards From Any State
Featured, NewsMedical marijuana patients from across the country will now be able to purchase their medicine at D.C. dispensaries.
Mayor Muriel Bowser announced Thursday that the list of states with medical marijuana programs whose residents can purchase…



Judge rules 'plain smell' of marijuana no longer provides authorities with probable cause to search a vehicle
Featured, Law, News
In a case exposing some confusion regarding the legality of medical marijuana, a Pennsylvania judge issued a notable verdict when she ruled that police cannot legally search a citizen's car based simply on the odor of marijuana.
On Aug.…






















Let's Talk Terpenes - Pinene
Featured, Health, Science, TerpenesThis is the third installment in our weekly series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes,” published every Monday. For more information, read the introduction to this series, “Let’s Talk Terpenes: A Guide For Medical Marijuana Patients.”
Pinene,…


Go See Amy
Health, Sponsored Spring 2019Amy Bufalini never planned on being an expert on Cannabidiol (CBD). She was just looking for the best medicine for her son. When he was diagnosed with FSH muscular dystrophy in 1993, she began searching for natural and holistic ways to alleviate…


State denies medical marijuana growing/processing company’s permit renewal request
Featured, Health, NewsHARRISBURG, July 29, 2019 - On Monday, The Pennsylvania Department of Health announced that it has denied AGRiMED Industries of PA, LLC's application to renew its grower/processor permit. This decision comes after the DOH concluded the company…


Standard Wellness recalls medical marijuana drops
Featured, NewsAn Ohio medical marijuana company has issued a voluntary recall for its THC-infused water-soluble drops after reports of product contamination. Standard Wellness, based in Gibsonburg, told 15 dispensaries to stop selling all packages of "The…




