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At Shango, we believe in the old axiom that knowledge is power. There is a plethora of information generated daily in the recreational and medical cannabis fields. Our articles provide an in-depth look at the topics that appeal to the average marijuana fan to the most discreet researcher and media member reporting on the burgeoning recreational and medical marijuana industry. At Shango, we are transparent about how we bring the best products on the recreational and medical marijuana markets today and believe in educating the general public about what cannabis can mean to the consumer.

How to Find a Safe, Reputable and Knowledgeable Cannabis Retailer

How to Find a Safe, Reputable and Knowledgeable Cannabis Retailer

Learn about the questions to ask the owner of a cannabis shop before filling your medical marijuana prescription. The owner's answers to your questions can help you to learn about this type of prescription drug as well as their business practices. Three Questions to...

The Shango Medical Cannabis Treatment Guide

The Shango Medical Cannabis Treatment Guide

Many people, who are considering cannabis as a medical treatment, have asked us to help simplify their research and help make their decisions a little easier. So, we’ve created a handy Treatment Guide that lists many of the medical conditions for which cannabis...

Medical Marijuana Through the Ages

Though deprived of modern scientific techniques, ancient physicians were well aware of the medical benefits of marijuana. Twentieth- and 21st-century science continually reveal more about the plant's medical properties. Marijuana in Common Ancient Medicine Compared to...

How to Safely Store Medical Marijuana Herbs in a House

All medications, supplements, vitamins and medicinal herbs need to be safely stored in child-safe containers in order to protect against accidental ingestion by children or pets. Tips for Safe Storage of Medical Marijuana As the use of medical marijuana in Portland...

Medical Marijuana for Use in Cancer Treatment

Medical marijuana has been studied extensively for its effectiveness in the treatment of cancer. People who are currently engaged in chemotherapy have noted that it's effective in treating nausea, vomiting and pain associated with treatment. Studies of Medical...

Buying Pot Is Legal in Portland. The Mercury Investigates.

Portland, I have seen your future and it is mildly impressed. As you'll know by now, Oregon opened up recreational marijuana sales for the first time in its history at midnight, and a handful of retailers who weren't cowed by nonexistent regulations went for...

Shango Opens Its Doors For Legal Recreational Marijuana

Shango Opens Its Doors For Legal Recreational Marijuana

The Wait Is Over Shango Premium Cannabis has opened its doors to the very first customers of legal recreational marijuana in the state of Oregon. Shango, which has three stores in greater Portland, is celebrating this historic moment and ushering in this new era of...

Recreational Pot Users Score Bags of Bud at Oregon Shops

Recreational Pot Users Score Bags of Bud at Oregon Shops

PORTLAND, Ore. — Excited shoppers looking to score some of the first recreational marijuana sold legally in Oregon bought up baggies of bud early Thursday, taking advantage of door-buster prices and other deals. Some of the more than 250 dispensaries that already...