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March 28th, 2023 by The Starseed Team
If you’re new to Softgels, we’ve prepared a list of frequently asked questions below to help you get familiar with our cannabis "capsules". (more…)
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March 23rd, 2023 by The Starseed Team
Introducing Starseed CBD Gum, a chewing gum designed to help you reach your treatment goals. (more…)
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Canada's Opioid Overdose Crisis
March 22nd, 2023 by The Starseed Team
The risks of opioid-related harms and deaths in the construction industry have been raised in a number of media reports over the past year. (more…)
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March 7th, 2023 by The Starseed Team
International Women’s Day is celebrated annually on March 8th, and serves as a reminder of the progress made towards gender equality and the work that still needs to be done. (more…)
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January 24th, 2023 by The Starseed Team
According to the Alzheimers society in Canada, by the 2040s it is expected that 20,000+ Canadians will be diagnosed with dementia every month1. (more…)
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January 5th, 2023 by The Starseed Team
A tailored treatment plan with customized dosages and regimens is essential for all medical cannabis patients. (more…)
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December 16th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
You'll probably be spending more time with your family, friends, and loved ones now that the holidays are approaching. (more…)
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December 16th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
It's generally not a good idea to mix alcohol with virtually any drug. In fact, combining it with other medications (more…)
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Living With Chronic Pain
November 21st, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Similar to cannabidiol (CBD), cannabigerol (CBG) is a non-intoxicating (no high) cannabinoid that can be used as an alternative, or supplement to CBD- and THC-based cannabis products. (more…)
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Living With Chronic Pain
October 21st, 2022 by The Starseed Team
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is coming closer to an end as everything has started to shift back to normal, however its effects in physical and mental health on millions of people are still very relevant. (more…)
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Living With Chronic Pain
October 21st, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Nearly all people have low back pain at some point in their lives. In some industries, such as the trades and construction, chronic back pain is a significant problem at work (more…)
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October 13th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
People are increasingly turning to cannabis as an alternative to other conventional methods of treating their condition's symptoms. (more…)
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October 6th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
At Starseed, we believe access to medical cannabis should be affordable for all, so we are very excited to extend our Compassionate Care Program to Pediatric patients (more…)
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September 20th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
You’ve probably heard all about the two most well-known major cannabinoids, THC and CBD. Meanwhile, the cannabis plant also produces many other minor cannabinoids like CBN (cannabinol). (more…)
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September 15th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Terpenes are aromatic organic chemicals found in all plants. They determine the scent of many flowers and herbs and are responsible for the taste and flavours of cannabis. (more…)
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Canada's Opioid Overdose Crisis
August 30th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Opioids, like fentanyl, morphine, and oxycodone, are commonly taken to treat pain. But, opioids can be addictive and lead to a fatal overdose when taken in toxic amounts (more…)
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August 17th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
People who are looking to use medical cannabis frequently ask: “what are the side effects, and is it addictive?” (more…)
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August 2nd, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Good nutrition is essential to maintain your health throughout your life. A healthy diet lowers the likelihood of developing chronic disease. (more…)
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June 17th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
We introduced Pineapple Express Same/Next-Day Delivery to our patients because we know that fast, reliable, and safe delivery of your medical cannabis is essential. (more…)
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I'm a Caregiver looking for Help
June 14th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Chronic pain affects 1 in every 5 Canadians, but it is more common in older persons, with ¼ to ¾ of older adults suffering from chronic pain, which limits their movement and dexterity. (more…)
Canada's Opioid Overdose Crisis
June 13th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
The province of British Columbia (BC) announces that starting January 31, 2023, adults (18 and over) in BC will not be subject to criminal charges for the possession of up to 2.5 grams of certain illegal drugs for personal use. The exemption only covers possession for personal use with no intent to traffic, produce or export.
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June 9th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Our Aurum lineup now includes 5 unique cartridges - in various CBD, Balanced and THC profiles - and our entire team is proud of the quality and safety that went into developing these terpene-rich vapes. (more…)
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June 8th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Mary’s award-winning Transdermal Patches are born out of a commitment to accurate dosing through an advanced delivery method. (more…)
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Living With Chronic Pain
June 8th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
1 in 5 Canadians lives with pain every day. Pain impacts nearly every aspect of their lives and can lead to other issues including insomnia and emotional distress, which is also known as the Pain Triad. (more…)
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May 31st, 2022 by The Starseed Team
In 2021, we added the PAX ERA and ERA PRO vaping devices to our marketplace along with a selection of compatible pods based on our renowned dried flower cultivars (more…)
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May 16th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Digital Treatment Plans are now available to all registered patients through your account profile. (more…)
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May 12th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
A Nurse Practitioner (NP) specializing in medical cannabis is uniquely responsible to take everything into account regarding a patient’s care. (more…)
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May 12th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
In 2021, we announced our exciting partnership with Mary's Medicinals by introducing Topical Compounds to our ever-growing cannabis portfolio. (more…)
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Support for Mental Health Concerns
May 10th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Mental illness will impact all Canadians at some point - whether it is directly or indirectly. (more…)
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May 4th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Did you know that vaporization of dried cannabis flower is a safer alternative to combustion, with less carcinogenic and lung-damaging potential? (more…)
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Medical Cannabis in the Workplace
April 28th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
As more individuals become aware of the benefits of medical cannabis and acceptance develops, there is a growing demand for expanded coverage. According to a recent survey, 12% of plan sponsors claimed coverage in 2019, up from 8% the previous year. (more…)
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Medical Cannabis in the Workplace
April 28th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
The Canadian Mental Health Association’s (CMHA) Impairment in the Workplace (2019) has been used as a guide in the following section. (more…)
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Medical Cannabis in the Workplace
April 28th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
The Canadian Mental Health Association’s (CMHA) Impairment in the Workplace (2019) has been used as a guide in the following section. (more…)
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Medical Cannabis in the Workplace
April 28th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Nearly 8% of Canadians aged 15 and up report using cannabis daily, and 15% have used cannabis in the previous 12 months. (more…)
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April 4th, 2022 by The Starseed Team
With the rise in medical cannabis demand and product availability, establishing if a product fulfils acceptable quality standards has become more important. (more…)
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Living With Chronic Pain
March 31st, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Chronic pain is best treated through multi-modal therapies including physical therapies, psychotherapy, spiritual care, lifestyle management, and interventional therapies. (more…)
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Canada's Opioid Overdose Crisis
March 31st, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Chronic pain is rarely isolated; it is frequently linked with sleep disturbances and emotional distress, forming the well-known “Pain Triad”. These three interconnected ailments can affect a person's quality of life. (more…)
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Support for Mental Health Concerns
March 31st, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Cannabis and mental health have a complicated relationship because studies have yet to prove a causal association — does cannabis cause mental illness or do persons who suffer from mental illness 'self-medicate' with it? (more…)
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Support for Mental Health Concerns
March 31st, 2022 by The Starseed Team
It's essential to consider the various forms of mental illnesses, each of which has its own set of symptoms and challenges. Mental illnesses are categorized by healthcare professionals based on their signs and symptoms. (more…)
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Support for Mental Health Concerns
March 31st, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Mental health has a significant impact on our lives, actions, and relationships. Learning more about your mental health and how to express and manage yourself will help you make better decisions and feel more at peace in your daily life. (more…)
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Sleep Quality and Insomnia
March 31st, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Chronic insomnia is a long-term pattern of difficult initiating or maintaining sleep. Sleep disorders, like insomnia, are problems with the quality, timing, and amount of sleep, which result in daytime distress and impairment in functioning. (more…)
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I'm a Caregiver looking for Help
March 31st, 2022 by The Starseed Team
Caregivers are the front line in helping prescribed patients obtain and use medical cannabis as part of their treatment plan. And although medical cannabis is currently available in Canada for medicinal purposes, that doesn't mean patients and caregivers automatically have access to it. (more…)
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Canada's Opioid Overdose Crisis
March 31st, 2022 by The Starseed Team
In Canada, the ongoing public health crisis of opioid overdose and deaths is worsening. Between January 2016 and June 2021, 24,626 persons died in Canada because of opioid overdoses, with latest figures indicating a frightening increase of 19 deaths per day. (more…)
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Living With Chronic Pain
March 31st, 2022 by The Starseed Team
We all feel pain in different ways, so you may find it difficult to describe the type of pain you’re feeling to others. You can also experience more than one type of pain at a time, which only adds to the difficulty. (more…)
