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Mississippi Becomes 37th State to Legalize Medical Cannabis With a Law that Provides Limited Access to Patients

Americans for Safe Access

In November 2020, Mississippi voters overwhelmingly supported a ballot initiative (74.1% of votes in favor), which authorized the state’s department of health to create a medical cannabis program. The adoption of these laws is the conclusion of a year-long struggle for the future of cannabis in Mississippi. .

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Clinical Trial: Cannabinoid Administration Via a Metered-Dose Inhaler Is Safe and Effective for Chronic Pain Patients

NORML

The delivery of precise doses of THC via an inhaler is associated with pain mitigation in patients with neuropathy and other complex pain conditions, according to clinical trial data published in the European Journal of Pain. Participants inhaled a precise dose containing either THC (at doses of either 0.5mg or 1mg) or placebo. .”

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CDC Seeks Public Comments Regarding Chronic Pain Management

NORML

CDC invites comments specifically on topics focused on using or prescribing opioid pain medications, non-opioid medications, or non-pharmacological treatments.” ” 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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Understanding Medical Marijuana Laws in the United States

MMJ Recs

This guide aims to provide an in-depth exploration of medical marijuana laws in the USA, offering insights into the regulations, the legal status of medical marijuana, the differences between federal and state laws, patient rights, dispensary regulations, and much more. Patients can possess up to one ounce of usable marijuana.

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Which states allow out-of-state patients to buy medical marijuana?

Veriheal

However, the number of states that will authorize qualified patients from out-of-state medical marijuana programs is still relatively small. . That doesn’t mean you can’t access a green state’s medical marijuana programs, though. The following states currently have medical marijuana programs: Alaska. Hepatitis C.

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Revamping Texas’ Medical Cannabis Program Is the Key to Ending the State’s Opioid Crisis

Veriheal

1, 2020, and July 31, 2021—a 43% increase from the same period a year before. With a worsening opioid situation and an emerging acceptance of medical cannabis, the Lone Star State has a unique opportunity to develop a successful medical marijuana (MMJ) program for its millions of residents battling chronic pain and numerous other conditions.

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CDC Still Soliciting Comments Regarding Chronic Pain Management Solutions

NORML

The deadline to submit comments to the agency is Tuesday, June 16, 2020. CDC invites comments specifically on topics focused on using or prescribing opioid pain medications, non-opioid medications, or non-pharmacological treatments. percent in 2016).” percent in 2016).”