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Study: Marijuana Use Trends In The United States

MassRoots

Marijuana use in the States has been steadily on the rise for over a decade. Researchers examined data from before and after the majority of states adopted legislation legalizing at least some form of cannabis. Researchers discovered some interesting things about America’s marijuana habits. In 2005, 61.5

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How Medical Marijuana Helps Floridians With Qualifying Conditions

LifeCannMD

Medical Marijuana use has shown potential benefits in managing symptoms and improving the quality of life for individuals with various health conditions. THC lowers the Intraocular pressure (IOP) of marijuana smokers. Our patients have shown improved mood and overall quality of life after obtaining their medical marijuana card.

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

NORML

Roc NORML is the Rochester chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, and we want to make sure the public is aware that statement is simply not true. You can read more about marijuana and psychomotor performance on NORML’s factsheet here. 1 year prior to legalization. Sales began January 1.

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Paper: Racial Capitalism and the African American Experience Entering the Cannabis Industry By Dr. Ayoka Nurse

Cannabis Law Report

Before the civil war, there were more cannabis farms than cotton farms (Green, 2005). Cotton plantation owners promoted cotton products, and society began to look at hemp clothing as inferior (Green, 2005). Data were analyzed based on the central question, and three themes emerged. Marijuana Business Daily. Robinson, C.

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Understanding the American Heart Association’s Statement on Marijuana

CannaMD

In August of 2020, the American Heart Association (AHA) released a position paper titled “Medical Marijuana, Recreational Cannabis, and Cardiovascular Health: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association.” ACUTE EFFECTS OF MARIJUANA. The full text is available in the peer-reviewed journal, Circulation.

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Missouri Medical Cannabis Program Adds Some 56,000 New Patients in Second Year

SpeedWeed

5, 2020, according to the department’s second annual report of the Missouri Medical Marijuana Regulatory Program. Including Missouri, 21 states implemented medical cannabis laws since 2005, according to DHSS. 6, 2019, and Dec. The 192 dispensary licenses allowed in Missouri represent approximately 3.1 View original article.

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Marijuana Use is Rising Faster Among Depressed Individuals

The Joint Blog

The consistent use of marijuana has risen more quickly among people with depression, according to a new study. “In 2005, about 10.2% “In 2005, about 10.2% The post Marijuana Use is Rising Faster Among Depressed Individuals appeared first on TheJointBlog. of people with depression and 5.7%