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Wishing Our Maryland Staff and Patients a Happy Maryland Day! Maryland Day is a holiday that commemorates the founding of the English colony of Maryland. In 1634, a group of settlers, led by Leonard Calvert, arrived at what is now St. Mary’s County, Maryland  – in two ships, the Ark and the Dove.  Following their … Read more

As we celebrate International Women’s month, we want to take the opportunity to shine the light on a few women who have made – or are currently making – a positive impact in the cannabis community. Read More

In honor of February being Black History month, we would like to take the time to shine a light on a few successful Black Americans making a positive impact on their communities and the cannabis industry. For example, a few months ago Sean “P. Diddy” Combs announced a deal that would make him the owner … Read more

From the earliest days of the HIV epidemic, cannabis has been used to treat many of the complications of the disease, ranging from the symptoms of HIV wasting syndrome to side effects associated with antiretroviral drug use. While newer drugs have greatly reduced the severity of side effects, cannabis is still embraced as a means … Read more

With Thanksgiving around the corner, it’s time to reflect on what we’re thankful for. Family, friends, and good health are usually at the top of the list. And, if you’re like us, cannabis might make the list as well. So, as we get ready to gather with friends and family, we wanted to share some easy ways to transform your Thanksgiving dinner into a Happy Danksgiving feast.
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In honor of Veterans Day and National Veterans Awareness Week, Bloom would like to take a moment to express how thankful we are for the service and sacrifice of our country’s veterans. To all Bloom patients, employees, and blog readers who have served our country, Thank You! Thank you for your service, sacrifice, and your patriotism.  … Read more

To all you lovers of cannabis oils, concentrates, extracts, waxes, and dabs, one of the newest marijuana holidays is coming up on 710 or July 10. If you take the numbers “710” and turn them upside-down, they spell “OIL,” which refers to THC oil. Give me a moment, I’m trying to concentrate – Image Source: … Read more

When many Americans think of the 4th of July they often think of fireworks, backyard BBQs, and perhaps a hot dog or a burger. Well, you may want to add cannabis to that list. A study into how much consumers planned to spend on their 4th of July cookouts in 2020 showed they planned on spending more on cannabis than on food. That year, consumers were expected to spend $76 million on their cookouts compared to $100 million on cannabis. Read More!

Present day medical cannabis patients owe a debt of gratitude to the trailblazing LGBTQ activists from the 1970s, 80s, and 90s. Dennis Peron was one of these trailblazers. Dennis was a well-known cannabis provider who was a leading figure in San Francisco’s gay community. He was also a cannabis activist who recognized its medicinal value … Read more

The term 420 has become synonymous with marijuana. Both cannabis users and non-users around the world consider 4/20 to be an unofficial holiday for cannabis culture, but few know the story about how this number became associated with it. Why Does 420 Mean Marijuana? Some might tell you that 420 is connected with cannabis because … Read more