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CDC Seeks Public Comments Regarding Chronic Pain Management

NORML

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is seeking public comments on how Americans with chronic pain are successfully treating their symptoms. ” The CDC’s interest in alternative methods of chronic pain management may be of particular significance to many medical cannabis patients. percent in 2016).”

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CDC Still Soliciting Comments Regarding Chronic Pain Management Solutions

NORML

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is still seeking public comments on how Americans with chronic pain are successfully treating their symptoms. The CDC’s interest in alternative methods of chronic pain management is likely to be of particular significance to many medical cannabis patients.

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Study Finds That Medical Marijuana Patient Registration Has Grown More Than 600% Since 2016

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million registered in 2020 and an even more dramatic rise from the 678,000 registered in 2016. Policies like telemedicine, curbside pickup, and cannabis delivery made marijuana products more accessible and affordable to countless Americans. million patients in 2022, a sharp increase from the 3.1

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A New Era: MMJ Access in Ohio

MMJ Recs

The availability of medical marijuana in Ohio, MMJ dispensaries, and the Ohio medical cannabis program are bringing about a positive transformation in patient access to MMJ, thanks to comprehensive regulations that ensure safe, effective, and legal use of this therapeutic substance.

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North Dakota Advocates for Hospice Patients’ Access to Medical Cannabis

Veriheal

In 2016, North Dakota voters approved a medical cannabis ballot. Most state caregivers assist those unable or unable to access medical marijuana themselves, including children and those receiving hospice care. Registered caregivers approved by the state’s medical marijuana program are allowed to access medical marijuana legally.

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The Complete Guide To How To Access MMJ In California

MMJ Recs

With a progressive stance towards cannabis use, the Golden State has established a comprehensive framework for those seeking access to medical marijuana. Wondering how to access MMJ in California? In 2016, the Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MCRSA) was introduced to regulate the industry further.

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The Impact of Cannabis on Prescription Codeine

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Codeine works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain, blocking pain signals and providing a sense of relief. Traditionally, prescription codeine has been prescribed for a variety of conditions, including post-operative pain, dental procedures, and chronic pain.