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A 4/20 guide on how to get a medical cannabis prescription in Texas

This 4/20, celebrate the life-changing benefits of medical cannabis with Texas Original, the leading medical cannabis dispensary in Texas.

Since opening its doors in Austin in 2018, Texas Original has served patients from all corners of the state with several convenient pickup locations in Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, Fort Worth, and more.

With over 150 conditions approved under the Compassionate Use Program, medical marijuana has become a source of relief for thousands of Texans.

From enabling patients to attain a life without seizures to helping patients break free from the grips of harmful opioid medications, medical cannabis brings hope to countless Texans across the state.

Ready to become a patient? Follow these steps to get a medical marijuana prescription in Texas.

Step 1: Find out if you qualify
The first step is to check if you are eligible for medical cannabis. Several doctors registered in the Compassionate Use Program offer virtual appointments for Texans statewide.

To set up an appointment, visit Texas Original's website and fill out the form.

If you belong to an eligible group (veterans, first responders, teachers, and medical professionals), check the box on the form to receive a free first appointment for a six-month prescription and discounts on follow-up appointments.

Step 2: Talk to a doctor
During your appointment, the doctor will review your medical records and confirm your eligibility for medical cannabis. Once approved, your doctor will add your prescription to the online medical cannabis registry, where licensed dispensaries can access it.

Step 3: Get your prescription
After your appointment, call 512-614-0343 to place your first order. Texas Original offers the state's leading medical-grade cannabis products, including the state's first fast-acting medical cannabis gummies.

All products undergo rigorous testing and the results are published publicly on Texas Original's website for patients to access anytime. The dispensary team will help you select your products and schedule you for a pickup or delivery.

As a leader in the state, Texas Original is dedicated to bringing high-quality medical cannabis products to Texans.

Start your journey to relief by reaching out to Texas Original. Plus, enjoy 20 percent off your first order of medical-grade products.

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Medical marijuana has become a source of relief for thousands of Texans.

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merry xmas h-town!

Ho-Ho-Houston lands on list of best cities to celebrate Christmas

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Houston has slipped five spots on Santa's nice list of the best cities for celebrating Christmas in 2024.

The very merry Bayou City has fallen into the No. 41 spot on WalletHub's list, which annually ranks the 100 most populous U.S. cities across five key dimensions: Traditions and fun, observance, generosity, shopping opportunities, plus travel and meal costs.

Houston previously ranked as the No. 36 best U.S. city for celebrating Christmas in WalletHub's 2023 report.

Here's how the city performed across the study's five main categories:

No. 22 – Traditions and fun rank
No. 22 – Shopping rank
No. 24 – Costs rank
No. 77 – Generosity rank
No. 90 – Observance rank

Houston at least gets to cheer on as the fourth highest-ranked Texas city in 2024 thanks to its hoard of holiday happenings, including numerous light displays throughout town. From local restaurants and bars putting their all into creating festive feasts and delightful cocktail experiences, there is plenty to get Houstonians in the holiday spirit this year.

Smaller Central Texas towns like Smithville have also transformed into fun, festive escapes for city dwellers this time of year.

Houston households also have bigger holiday budgets in 2024 than they did the year before. According to a separate WalletHub study, the average Houston household is expected to spend about $1,334 on Christmas gifts this year, versus $1,296 in 2023.

"With inflation making Christmas celebrations, gifts, food and travel more expensive, certain cities are much better for your wallet than others during the holiday," said WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo. "In addition to being affordable, the best cities have a large number of people celebrating, plenty of places for Christians to worship, populations who give generously to charity, and plenty of fun activities to enjoy with family and friends."

In a separate report by home services provider Thumbtack, Houston was named the No. 4 most festive U.S. city in 2024.

Elsewhere in Texas, other festive cities that earned spots in the top 50 include Austin (No. 23), San Antonio (No. 30), and Dallas (No. 31).

The top 10 best places to experience Christmas in 2024 are:

No. 1 – Atlanta, Georgia
No. 2 – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
No. 3 – Seattle, Washington
No. 4 – Las Vegas, Nevada
No. 5 – Orlando, Florida
No. 6 – San Francisco, California
No. 7 – St. Louis, Missouri
No. 8 – Miami, Florida
No. 9 – Chicago, Illinois
No. 10 – New York, New York

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