NORML

MAY 24, 2019

Legislation that would have significantly expanded patient access to medical cannabis in Rhode Island was held in a senate committee for further study, ultimately killing the bill. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 236, to allow qualifying patients with certain debilitating conditions to use and safely access medical cannabis.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The Mountain State’s journey to legalizing medical marijuana has been a transformative one, and it marks a new era for MMJ access in West Virginia. This act has opened the doors to legal MMJ access for eligible patients, offering an alternative approach to managing their health.

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CannaTech

AUGUST 9, 2018

We are delighted to introduce you to some new friends set to make a big impact on the medical cannabis advocacy scene… the creators of a new documentary called Separating the Strains ; a deeply personal narrative that charts the reality of living with epilepsy, with and without cannabis medication as a treatment option.

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MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Seizure Control: Patients, especially children with epilepsy, are experiencing fewer and less severe seizures thanks to MMJ treatments. By sharing their personal accounts, patients are not only helping others in similar situations but also advocating for the expansion and accessibility of MMJ in the state.

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MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

By legalizing MMJ, the state has facilitated access to a natural and potentially life-changing treatment option for patients suffering from various medical conditions. The industry also encourages the development of novel pharmaceuticals and treatments, creating opportunities for Maryland residents to access cutting-edge healthcare options.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 19, 2024

In this blog, we’re discussing the past, present, and future of Iowa medical marijuana laws — exploring its history, laws, regulations, patient access, and the evolving role it plays in the state’s healthcare system. These dispensaries play a crucial role in providing patients with safe and legal access to medical cannabis products.

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

An advocacy group took a crucial procedural step on Wednesday toward eventually getting a pair of medical marijuana proposals before Nebraska voters on next year’s ballot. Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana is being led by Crista Eggers, who has a six-year-old son, Colton, who is suffering from severe intractable epilepsy.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 14, 2021

The group, Fair Access Missouri, is seeking to legalize cannabis for adults of legal age and create an “open-use market.” . Fair Access Missouri is in the process of filing the petition with the Missouri Secretary of State’s office this week. Today’s filings are the next step in that fight,” Fair Access Missouri said in a statement.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

Pennsylvania Medical Cannabis Program and Philadelphia Marijuana Dispensaries The Pennsylvania Medical Cannabis Program serves as the foundation for medical marijuana accessibility in Philadelphia. Navigating these changes can create uncertainty in the industry and affect patient access.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

This National Epilepsy Awareness Month, TXOG advocates for the power of medical cannabis for epilepsy patients. Diagnosed with epilepsy at 3 years old, Ortiz would experience erratic, unpredictable seizure clusters, each lasting 20 minutes. We remain committed to advancing safe, legal access to this powerful medicine.

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MMJ Recs

MAY 3, 2024

With its program in full swing, thousands of patients across the state are benefiting from access to this alternative form of treatment. The program’s success depends not only on initial access but also on sustained, continued access to treatment. Typically, medical marijuana cards need to be renewed annually.

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MMJ Recs

JUNE 3, 2024

The passing of Amendment 2 in November 2018 paved the way for legal access to medical cannabis and the state’s medical marijuana program. The amendment allowed patients with qualifying conditions to access medical cannabis under the supervision of licensed physicians.

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Marijuana Packaging

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

A CBD dose can be difficult to determine though we provided a CBD dosage guide “People are using this as medicine for many conditions (anxiety, inflammation, pain, epilepsy)," said one of the study's authors Marcel Bonn-Miller. The results were quite disturbing. “Not Not Getting the Proper Dosage”.

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NORML

MAY 1, 2019

David Phipps, communications director of Indiana Norml, said CBD oil can help with epilepsy, noting cases where some child patients went from over 100 seizures a day to near zero when they started taking CBD.” David Phipps, Communications Director, Indiana NORML. “PTSD is not the only neurological disorder CBD can assist with.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 28, 2024

Look for experience in treating conditions eligible for MMJ treatment under Iowa law, such as chronic pain or epilepsy. Accessibility and responsiveness to patient inquiries and concerns are also crucial. Additionally, seek doctors who prioritize patient education and are willing to discuss treatment options and potential risks openly.

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PrestoDoctor

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

These conditions include epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, terminal cancer, incurable neurological disorders, and a list of others. While cannabis remains illegal for recreational use in Texas, there is ongoing discussion and advocacy for marijuana reform. [1] or less) and high levels of CBD. or less) and high levels of CBD.

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MassRoots

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Advocates and opponents reached a tentative compromise last month ahead of Election Day to have the Utah state legislature pass legislation during a special session ensuring access to medical marijuana. Advocacy groups TRUCE and the Epilepsy Association of Utah, along with several patients, are listed as claimants in the document.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 6, 2024

Discover how legalization and regulation have influenced access and usage, and learn about the latest research and medical applications. Conversely, some states opted for more conservative medical-only programs, tightly regulating patient access and product availability.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 26, 2019

” She further directly advises that cannabis, or marijuana, is a medicine that an overwhelming majority of Floridians voted for and are constitutionally guaranteed access to as a therapeutic medicine. Pain Foundation, a national chronic pain advocacy organization, with their “End Pain. Jacel Delgadillo. Eric Stevens.

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MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Public discourse became more nuanced, with patients and advocacy groups championing the cause of medical marijuana as a legitimate and effective treatment option. Studies have shown the efficacy of medical cannabis in treating conditions such as chronic pain, epilepsy, and certain mental health disorders.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Early in childhood, Carter was diagnosed with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS), an uncommon form of childhood epilepsy. The family is able to easily access Carter’s medicine in different ways, including through deliveries and by visiting TXOG’s prescription pick-up location in nearby Dallas. Emma Chase.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

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. Patients can legally access medicinal cannabis through a doctor, via the TGA’s Authorised Prescribers and Special Access schemes.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 2, 2024

In Ohio, accessing medical marijuana involves more than just obtaining a prescription; it requires navigating a complex landscape of dispensaries, regulations, and patient expectations. By utilizing the Ohio Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Map, patients can confidently explore their options and access quality medical cannabis products.

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The Cannigma

DECEMBER 22, 2021

The Cannabis Enigma is a co-production of The Cannigma and Americans for Safe Access. We’ve got our regular segment with Americans for Safe Access. We have autism and epilepsy. CP: With Debbie Churgai, Executive Director of Americans for Safe Access. Music by Desca. I won’t do too many spoilers here.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Surveying marijuana use is essential to gauge public health implications of increased access to marijuana, cannabinoid, and cannabis products. People who are incarcerated have significantly higher rates of disease than those who are not, and are less likely to have access to adequate medical care. Accessed August 20, 2019.

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The Cannigma

APRIL 7, 2022

We’ve got our regular segment with our Co-produces on this podcast with Americans for Safe Access. Also because I had access to so much cannabis and I’d really become obsessed with finding the best cultivators in California. So you look at these studies on CBD and epilepsy, I mean they’re not taking ten milligrams.

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

As medicinal and recreational cannabis legalization continues to sweep across the United States, a recent study paints a concerning portrait of many states denying or restricting medical marijuana (MMJ) access. Nugg MD’s report suggests there is more to unpack when analyzing healthcare disparities related to MMJ access.

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The Cannigma

MAY 7, 2021

The Cannabis Enigma podcast is a co-production of The Cannigma and Americans for Safe Access. You’ve had this conversation in the US for over 20 years in some states so it’s not as if suddenly overnight, people have woken up to the discussion of cannabis and cannabis legalization and cannabis access. Music by Desca.

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Veriheal

AUGUST 31, 2020

Essay Summary: Nishtha wants to further research into THC treatment for patients suffering from neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and epilepsy , both of which cause neuron death. Maha was the founder and president of UCLA’s first registered cannabis student group, Cannaclub. The club now has 3,000 members nationwide. .

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 24, 2020

Governors and legislative leaders urged to preserve and ensure cannabis access amid social distancing. The Epilepsy Foundation signed onto the medical letter. The Marijuana Policy Project is tracking state measures to preserve access in light of COVID-19 here. Washington, D.C. — Statement from Laura Weidner, Esq.,

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 2, 2021

The legacy of Charlotte Figi, the young Colorado girl whose struggle with epilepsy made CBD known worldwide, will be remembered next week with a benefit concert taking place in her honor. She had a rare form of epilepsy known as Dravet syndrome that caused dozens or even hundreds of seizures per day. “So

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SMPL

MAY 26, 2020

In the absence of oversight, the push to get more patients access to cannabis medicine — and bona fide CBD — has been co-opted by a push to make as much money as possible off the next big wellness fad. “At Gardner, the writer whose CBD advocacy eventually inspired the 2011 summit at Ms. We were in communication for many years.”.

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

This shift in federal drug policy would allow cannabis-derived drugs to be legally available by prescription, making the drug more accessible to patients and medical researchers. Furthermore, aligning federal policy with the inconsistent puzzle of state-level cannabis regulations poses considerable difficulties.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 22, 2019

The rules don’t specify the country of origin of the prescription, but they do require travellers to have accessed the drug through a pharmacist. Under current federal and state legislation, patients suffering from severe health conditions can legally access prescription-based medicinal cannabis in Australia.

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