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Americans in 33 states and the District of Columbia have legal access to medical marijuana under a doctor’s authorization. But this same access is often lacking for many military veterans. MORE
Cannabis can be life-changing for people with PTSD, but depending on where you live, access to the plant can be complicated. The post How Access to Cannabis Can Affect Mental Health Treatments appeared first on Leafly. Health medical cannabis new jersey New York ptsd MORE
VA healthcare providers, however, are prohibited from providing the paperwork necessary to complete a state-legal medical cannabis recommendation, forcing military veterans to seek the advice of a private, out-of-network physician. MORE
If you thought there was no relationship between cannabis use and technology, consider these stats: the average number of mobile apps being used in a day by current cannabis users are 4. AI-Powered search platform maximizes access to publications. MORE
Pennsylvania health officials have expanded the pool of patients eligible to receive medical cannabis access. An estimated 110,000 patients and over 1,600 physicians currently participate in the state-sponsored access program. MORE
NORML Announces Plans for 2019 Conference and Lobby Day. “Alan Robinson, executive director of the Wisconsin chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML), said he uses cannabis to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and post-traumatic stress order.” MORE
When the City of Laguna Woods banned cannabis businesses from operating in city limits, they left a lot of local retirees who depend on cannabis cut off. The post Local Laws Cut Cannabis Access for California Retirement Community appeared first on Leafly. Health Politics California laws medical cannabis Senior citizens MORE
Michelle Lujan Grisham signed broad changes to New Mexico’s medical cannabis into law, there are already questions surrounding whether inmates serving out sentences are allowed to use medical cannabis. Just days after Gov. MORE
This report in hemp Gazette says there are actually only 22 officially sanctioned prescribers of medical cannabis in the entire country. Below are the numbers of approvals for unapproved products during 2019 via Category B of the Special Access Scheme (SAS). MORE
As illegal cannabis stores attempt to continue operation, city agents have escalated their tactics. The post Huge Cement Blocks Bar Access to Illicit Toronto Dispensaries appeared first on Leafly. MORE
Patients will finally be able to legally purchase the low-THC cannabis oil that they've long been allowed to possess. The post Georgia’s New Law Will Finally Allow Access to Cannabis Oil appeared first on Leafly. Politics Georgia medical marijuana MORE
That was followed in early 2019, when the B.C. court with an Appeal appeared first on Cannabis News | Lifestyle Tips | Expert Opinions | Stocks. Vancouver‘s unlicensed medical dispensaries returned to court this week, appealing a December 2018 B.C. MORE
In the House, Representative Earl Blumenauer (D-OR), a founder and co-Chair of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus, has reintroduced H.R. 1647 , the Veterans Equal Access Act, which expands medical cannabis access to eligible military veterans. MORE
Yet, even in the majority of states where medical cannabis is legal, VA physicians are prohibited by federal law from filling out a state-legal medical marijuana recommendation form. 2019 Advocacy Cannabis Caucus GOVERNMENT MORE
SB1719 allows “registered agents” for those patients physically unable to pick up or receive delivery of their medical cannabis, like those in hospice, assisted living facilities, and those who rely on home healthcare providers. Virginia SB1719 passes the House of Delegates. MORE
As of last year, up to 30 grams of cannabis can be shared just the same as any other gift now. The post Opinion – Transparency in the Cannabis Market is All I Want for Christmas appeared first on Cannabis News | Lifestyle Tips | Expert Opinions | Stocks. MORE
The NFL classifies cannabis as a banned substance and imposes extremely harsh fines and suspensions on players who test positive for cannabis. Prohibited from using cannabis, players are looking to alcohol and opioids for relief. MORE
1 , 2 Cannabidiol is the primary cannabinoid encountered in European hemp chemovars (“chemical varieties,” Type III cannabis ), but in low concentration. 9 CANNABIS SATIVA L. We have played a key role in ensuring access to safe, legal medical cannabis in more than 30 U.S. MORE
NORML Announces Plans for 2019 Conference and Lobby Day. Virginia NORML Continues Push to Expand Access Through Education. In order to register for Virginia’s medical cannabis program, patients must first receive a written certification from a registered physician. MORE
Cannabis-related businesses, especially those from disadvantaged communities, would be eligible to get loans backed by the federal Small Business Administration for the first time under proposed legislation. Washington, June 28, 2019. Cannabis Law News MORE
The results are in for Statistic Canada's most recent National Cannabis Survey. The post Survey Says: Price, Quality, and Access Are Key for Canadian Consumers appeared first on Leafly. Canada Industry Canadian cannabis cannabis pricing MORE
Dueling press releases over medical cannabis fees show the continuing, contentious relationship between a medical cannabis producer and the New Mexico Department of Health. MORE
NORML Announces Plans for 2019 Conference and Lobby Day. “To a large degree, that has been a war on cannabis, but it’s also been a war on people, it’s been disproportionately a war on certain communities,” Read more from WTTW News ! MORE
Each year, Americans for Safe Access (ASA) analyzes, summarizes, and critiques legislation and regulations as they become law and develops this report to assess how these programs are serving the needs of patients. MEDICAL CANNABIS BY THE NUMBERS …………… 4. MORE
Adult-use retail cannabis access is associated with a decline in the sales of over-the-counter (OTC) sleep aid medications, according to data published in the journal Complimentary Therapies in Medicine. MORE
Only three months into the 2019 legislative session, with 45 NORML Lobby Days on the books, legalization proposals are swiftly moving forward in states across the country. Chicago NORML Continues Push for Diversity in Cannabis Industry. MORE
Those suffering from chronic pain report significant improvements in health following the passage of medical cannabis access laws, according to data published in the journal Forum for Health Economics & Policy. MORE
Manufacturing and possessing concentrated forms of cannabis are legally protected activities under the state’s medical cannabis access law, according to a unanimous decision issued today by the Arizona Supreme Court. MORE
Three new laws intended to expand patient access to and the therapeutic value of Virginia’s medical cannabis program take effect July 1, 2019. ” “We continue to tweak the law regarding cannabis oils. MORE
Over the course of twelve months, the proud fighters of the Las Vegas chapter have taken cannabis advocacy, education and community to otherworldly levels through a variety of far-reaching ways. Protested anti-cannabis act by Nevada state government. MORE
The charity – not yet approved by British regulators – plans to dish out grants for the hard-to-access drug to 20 patients in its first year. Dozens of low income families have forked out up to £2,000 a month for private prescriptions of medicinal cannabis. MORE
Qualified patients are anticipated to finally begin accessing medical cannabis products next week, according to a statement issued by regulators at the state’s Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF). MORE
In April 2019, QLD amended their patient access process making it easier for doctors to write prescriptions. QLD is also well serviced with a variety of access clinics, which would have contributed to this relative increase. MORE
State lawmakers have approved a series of bills reducing penalties for marijuana possession offenses and strengthening and expanding legal protections for medical cannabis patients. Once signed into law, the reduced penalties take effect on July 1, 2019. MEDICAL CANNABIS. MORE
October 18 2019. Employers who operate safety sensitive worksites will find the recent decision of the Alberta Human Rights Tribunal in Everitt v Homewood Health Inc., 2019 AHRC 36 of interest. Article by Deborah Cushing. Lawson Lundell LLP. MORE
Today, Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) and Representative Barbara Lee (D-CA) introduced legislation, The Veterans Medical Marijuana Safe Harbor Act , to expand and facilitate medical cannabis access to military veterans suffering from chronic pain, PTSD, and other serious medical conditions. Under existing regulations, VA doctors are not permitted to fill out the mandatory paperwork necessary to recommend cannabis therapy in those 33 states that regulate it. MORE
NORML
MARCH 14, 2019
In the House, Representative Earl Blumenauer (D-OR), a founder and co-Chair of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus, has reintroduced H.R. 1647 , the Veterans Equal Access Act, which expands medical cannabis access to eligible military veterans.
NORML
APRIL 30, 2019
VA healthcare providers, however, are prohibited from providing the paperwork necessary to complete a state-legal medical cannabis recommendation, forcing military veterans to seek the advice of a private, out-of-network physician.
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NORML
NOVEMBER 8, 2019
Yet, even in the majority of states where medical cannabis is legal, VA physicians are prohibited by federal law from filling out a state-legal medical marijuana recommendation form. 2019 Advocacy Cannabis Caucus GOVERNMENT
NORML
AUGUST 2, 2019
Qualified patients are anticipated to finally begin accessing medical cannabis products next week, according to a statement issued by regulators at the state’s Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF).
NORML
JULY 12, 2019
Pennsylvania health officials have expanded the pool of patients eligible to receive medical cannabis access. An estimated 110,000 patients and over 1,600 physicians currently participate in the state-sponsored access program.
NORML
NOVEMBER 11, 2019
Americans in 33 states and the District of Columbia have legal access to medical marijuana under a doctor’s authorization. But this same access is often lacking for many military veterans.
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NORML
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
SB1719 allows “registered agents” for those patients physically unable to pick up or receive delivery of their medical cannabis, like those in hospice, assisted living facilities, and those who rely on home healthcare providers. Virginia SB1719 passes the House of Delegates.
NORML
NOVEMBER 1, 2019
Those suffering from chronic pain report significant improvements in health following the passage of medical cannabis access laws, according to data published in the journal Forum for Health Economics & Policy.
NORML
JULY 3, 2019
NORML Announces Plans for 2019 Conference and Lobby Day. Virginia NORML Continues Push to Expand Access Through Education. In order to register for Virginia’s medical cannabis program, patients must first receive a written certification from a registered physician.
NORML
MAY 1, 2019
NORML Announces Plans for 2019 Conference and Lobby Day. “Alan Robinson, executive director of the Wisconsin chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML), said he uses cannabis to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and post-traumatic stress order.”
NORML
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
Today, Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) and Representative Barbara Lee (D-CA) introduced legislation, The Veterans Medical Marijuana Safe Harbor Act , to expand and facilitate medical cannabis access to military veterans suffering from chronic pain, PTSD, and other serious medical conditions. Under existing regulations, VA doctors are not permitted to fill out the mandatory paperwork necessary to recommend cannabis therapy in those 33 states that regulate it.
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NORML
MAY 28, 2019
Manufacturing and possessing concentrated forms of cannabis are legally protected activities under the state’s medical cannabis access law, according to a unanimous decision issued today by the Arizona Supreme Court.
NORML
MARCH 31, 2019
Only three months into the 2019 legislative session, with 45 NORML Lobby Days on the books, legalization proposals are swiftly moving forward in states across the country. Chicago NORML Continues Push for Diversity in Cannabis Industry.
Leafly
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Cannabis can be life-changing for people with PTSD, but depending on where you live, access to the plant can be complicated. The post How Access to Cannabis Can Affect Mental Health Treatments appeared first on Leafly. Health medical cannabis new jersey New York ptsd
NORML
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
The NFL classifies cannabis as a banned substance and imposes extremely harsh fines and suspensions on players who test positive for cannabis. Prohibited from using cannabis, players are looking to alcohol and opioids for relief.
NORML
MARCH 18, 2019
State lawmakers have approved a series of bills reducing penalties for marijuana possession offenses and strengthening and expanding legal protections for medical cannabis patients. Once signed into law, the reduced penalties take effect on July 1, 2019. MEDICAL CANNABIS.
NORML
JANUARY 7, 2020
Over the course of twelve months, the proud fighters of the Las Vegas chapter have taken cannabis advocacy, education and community to otherworldly levels through a variety of far-reaching ways. Protested anti-cannabis act by Nevada state government.
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 27, 2019
If you thought there was no relationship between cannabis use and technology, consider these stats: the average number of mobile apps being used in a day by current cannabis users are 4. AI-Powered search platform maximizes access to publications.
NORML
JUNE 7, 2019
NORML Announces Plans for 2019 Conference and Lobby Day. “To a large degree, that has been a war on cannabis, but it’s also been a war on people, it’s been disproportionately a war on certain communities,” Read more from WTTW News !
Leafly
MARCH 29, 2019
When the City of Laguna Woods banned cannabis businesses from operating in city limits, they left a lot of local retirees who depend on cannabis cut off. The post Local Laws Cut Cannabis Access for California Retirement Community appeared first on Leafly. Health Politics California laws medical cannabis Senior citizens
Leafly
JUNE 12, 2019
As illegal cannabis stores attempt to continue operation, city agents have escalated their tactics. The post Huge Cement Blocks Bar Access to Illicit Toronto Dispensaries appeared first on Leafly.
Cannabis Law Report
JULY 1, 2019
Cannabis-related businesses, especially those from disadvantaged communities, would be eligible to get loans backed by the federal Small Business Administration for the first time under proposed legislation. Washington, June 28, 2019. Cannabis Law News
Cannabis Law Report
JUNE 12, 2019
1 , 2 Cannabidiol is the primary cannabinoid encountered in European hemp chemovars (“chemical varieties,” Type III cannabis ), but in low concentration. 9 CANNABIS SATIVA L. We have played a key role in ensuring access to safe, legal medical cannabis in more than 30 U.S.
The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program
APRIL 8, 2019
Michelle Lujan Grisham signed broad changes to New Mexico’s medical cannabis into law, there are already questions surrounding whether inmates serving out sentences are allowed to use medical cannabis. Just days after Gov.
The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program
OCTOBER 21, 2019
Dueling press releases over medical cannabis fees show the continuing, contentious relationship between a medical cannabis producer and the New Mexico Department of Health.
Cannabis Law Report
AUGUST 14, 2019
Each year, Americans for Safe Access (ASA) analyzes, summarizes, and critiques legislation and regulations as they become law and develops this report to assess how these programs are serving the needs of patients. MEDICAL CANNABIS BY THE NUMBERS …………… 4.
NORML
JULY 1, 2019
Three new laws intended to expand patient access to and the therapeutic value of Virginia’s medical cannabis program take effect July 1, 2019. ” “We continue to tweak the law regarding cannabis oils.
Leafly
APRIL 17, 2019
Patients will finally be able to legally purchase the low-THC cannabis oil that they've long been allowed to possess. The post Georgia’s New Law Will Finally Allow Access to Cannabis Oil appeared first on Leafly. Politics Georgia medical marijuana
Leafly
FEBRUARY 20, 2019
The results are in for Statistic Canada's most recent National Cannabis Survey. The post Survey Says: Price, Quality, and Access Are Key for Canadian Consumers appeared first on Leafly. Canada Industry Canadian cannabis cannabis pricing
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 10, 2019
In April 2019, QLD amended their patient access process making it easier for doctors to write prescriptions. QLD is also well serviced with a variety of access clinics, which would have contributed to this relative increase.
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 21, 2020
This report in hemp Gazette says there are actually only 22 officially sanctioned prescribers of medical cannabis in the entire country. Below are the numbers of approvals for unapproved products during 2019 via Category B of the Special Access Scheme (SAS).
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 1, 2019
The charity – not yet approved by British regulators – plans to dish out grants for the hard-to-access drug to 20 patients in its first year. Dozens of low income families have forked out up to £2,000 a month for private prescriptions of medicinal cannabis.
Cannabis Life Network
DECEMBER 25, 2019
As of last year, up to 30 grams of cannabis can be shared just the same as any other gift now. The post Opinion – Transparency in the Cannabis Market is All I Want for Christmas appeared first on Cannabis News | Lifestyle Tips | Expert Opinions | Stocks.
Cannabis Law Report
OCTOBER 22, 2019
October 18 2019. Employers who operate safety sensitive worksites will find the recent decision of the Alberta Human Rights Tribunal in Everitt v Homewood Health Inc., 2019 AHRC 36 of interest. Article by Deborah Cushing. Lawson Lundell LLP.
Cannabis Life Network
NOVEMBER 22, 2019
That was followed in early 2019, when the B.C. court with an Appeal appeared first on Cannabis News | Lifestyle Tips | Expert Opinions | Stocks. Vancouver‘s unlicensed medical dispensaries returned to court this week, appealing a December 2018 B.C.
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