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Medical Pot on Campus: Colleges Say No and Face Lawsuits

Puff Puff Post

Sheida Assar said she was expelled from GateWay Community College in Phoenix last month for violating the school’s drug policy after she tested positive for marijuana, which she uses to treat chronic pain from polycystic ovary syndrome. Follow AP’s complete marijuana coverage: [link]. Dave Collins, The Associated Press.

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AAFP ( American Academy of Family Physicians) Releases Marijuana, Cannabinoids Position Paper

Cannabis Law Report

However, the AAFP supports decriminalization of possession of marijuana for personal use. The AAFP opposes the recreational use and legalization of marijuana, but supports decriminalization of marijuana for personal use. Cannabinoids have been assessed for chronic pain management. Relevant AAFP Policy.

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Urge Kentucky Lawmakers to Support Medical Cannabis Reform Today!

NORML

according to a 2012 study issued by the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky. A January 2017 review of trials by the National Academy of Sciences, Medicine, and Engineering found conclusive evidence supporting cannabis use for the treatment of chronic pain. Jimmy Higdon’s Cannabis Decriminalization (SB 82), and Sen.

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