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Marijuana Legalization in NY & Driving: Response to NYS Association of Police Chiefs from Roc NORML

NORML

– As advised by the American Automobile Association (AAA), we urgently need more research , and we shouldn’t put arbitrary “per se” driving limits for the presence of THC, as they improperly classify motorists who are not behaviorally impaired. . . % Change ( +/-) from previous year. 1 year prior to legalization.

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Cannabis for IBS: Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Medical Marijuana

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One study from 2004 looked at cannabinoids as a treatment option for managing bowel diseases symptoms (including IBS), because of their anti-inflammatory properties, but also the ability to diminish pain levels. According to the studies on cannabis and IBS, both high-THC and high-CBD strains have the potential to relieve symptoms.

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How to Deal with Memory Loss and Other Negative Effects of Cannabis

Greencamp

But there is one key-factor that determines to what degree cannabis impacts a person’s memory: Potency of the strain we’re using (mainly the THC levels in it). Strains with higher CBD levels reduce certain side-effects of THC (memory loss is one of them), and protect memory in general. What Is THC?

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Retired Olympian Perdita Felicien Wants Cannabis Permitted in Sports

Veriheal

The Agency publicly announced the news after Richardson tested positive for THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). The Oshawa native earned th e 2003 World champion title in the 100 meters hurdles, as well as the 2004 World indoor champion in the 60 meters hurdles. track trials, Richardson tested positive for THC.

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Marijuana and HIV: Much More Than Palliative Aid

Greencamp

Even though scientific data is still somewhat scarce on this topic, several studies confirm that cannabis directly acts on the cells of the immune system affected by HIV. It will be the biggest and most comprehensive research on this topic to date, and it will include 400 HIV patients from Florida. 2016 ( 3 ). 2007 ( 6 ).

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Using Cannabis for ALS: Benefits, Research and Best Strains

Greencamp

This is how the psychoactive intoxication with THC affects our brain, and this same pathway is activated for the many other medical benefits cannabis has to offer. Also presented in the American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Care, a 2004 survey set about to discover the effect of cannabis use on ALS in humans.

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Health Officials Still Puzzled as Reports of Vaping-Related Illnesses Mount

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Originally, health officials suspected vitamin E acetate – an oily vitamin E extract found exclusively in THC vape liquids and cartridges. Although the first e-cigarette was invented by a Chinese pharmacist in 2004, the technology has evolved significantly. A Look at the Technology. . There is no water in the formula.

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