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Study Finds That Cancer Patients Consume Less Cannabis Than the Public

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Cancer patients arguably stand to benefit the most from cannabis’ unique properties and benefits, such as anti-nausea, anti-inflammation, reduced pain, inhibited tumor growth, and appetite stimulation. Cannabis is an ideal substance to use during the various stages of cancer treatment but most especially after chemotherapy.

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Cannabis laws in Uruguay

The Cannigma

It became the first country in the world to fully legalize recreational cannabis in 2013, and has a long-standing cultural association with weed. Instead, the law allows healthcare professionals to prescribe medical cannabis based on their clinical judgment and the patient’s individual needs.

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The Effort to Decriminalize Psilocybin in California is Underway

Canna Law Blog

Currently: Eligible for signature collection. The FDA designated Psilocybin (the main component of Magic Mushrooms) as a Breakthrough Therapy for treatment-resistant depression and major depressive disorder. 30 Day Public Comment period ended on 4th December 2019. No families should be separated for using Magic Mushrooms.

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How to get your Medical Cannabis card in Delaware

Canna Care Docs

An applying patient must have a qualifying condition per the Delaware Department of Health and medical records from within the last year confirming the diagnosis. Approved patients will have access to 6 dispensaries throughout the state and may purchase up to 3 ounces every 15 days. As of June 30, 2013.

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Guest Post: The Legal Status of CBD Oil in Italy

Cannabis Law Report

But these days, it is also prescribed as medicine for patients, who suffer from chronic illnesses. While the Ministries of Health and Justice awarded penalties for the possession, sale and consumption of cannabis prior to 2013, medical cannabis was legalised and made available to patients from 2013 onwards.

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The Endocannabinoid System: Here’s How it Keeps You Healthy and Happy

Greencamp

Nonetheless, the available collection of scientific work confirms that consuming cannabis-derived cannabinoids (phytocannabinoids) compels our body to produce more (endo)cannabinoid receptors, but also to create more endocannabinoids. This is why CBD works wonders for anxiety ( 4 ) and also PTSD patients. Depression. Concussions.

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Paper: The transition of cannabis into the mainstream of Australian healthcare: framings in professional medical publications

Cannabis Law Report

However, the nature of the government regulations and the subsequent complexity of prescribing, as well as doctors’ safety uncertainties and the stigma of the plant, remain contributing barriers to patient access. It was also used as a topical treatment for haemorrhoids, ear infection, and wounds (Aldrich 1997 ; Touw 1981 ).