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Access and Equity: Addressing Disparities in Medical Marijuana Availability Across States

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While some states have embraced the therapeutic potential of cannabis and established robust medical marijuana programs, others lag behind, leaving patients without access to a potentially life-changing treatment. Disparities in access are primarily driven by the differing state regulations and policies surrounding medical marijuana.

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Iowa Medical Marijuana Laws: Past, Present, and Future

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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. In Iowa, CBD oil is legal for medical use under certain circumstances.

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Wisconsin NORML: Presenting a United Front of Advocacy, Education and Reform

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With our neighboring Midwestern states surrounding Wisconsin with cannabis policy reforms, a majority public opinion favoring some form of legalization and with the governor’s support, why would Wisconsin NORML need a lobby day at the capital in Madison? Before beginning treatment with CBD oil, she was on six prescription medications.

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Veterans and Medical Cannabis: A Comprehensive Guide

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As such, we provide you with a comprehensive guide for veterans using medical cannabis and the various aspects of it, including its usage, accessibility, legal considerations, healthcare options, and available resources. Navigating the complexities surrounding the Veterans Administration and medical cannabis can be daunting.

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How Texans Fight for Medical Cannabis Access

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One is an advocacy group based in the Dallas area, called Safe Access Texas. Take some taxes out if that’s how it has to be for me to be able to access this,” says Jordan (named changed to protect confidentiality), a 30-year-old in Dallas. . The post How Texans Fight for Medical Cannabis Access appeared first on SpeedWeed.

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Virginia: Marijuana Decriminalization Takes Effect July 1

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“NORML is proud to have worked alongside Senator Ebbin and Delegate Herring, both longtime champions of evidence-based cannabis policy,” said NORML development director, Jenn Michelle Pedini, who also serves as the executive director of the state affiliate, Virginia NORML.

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S. 420 Introduced To End Federal Prohibition And Regulate Marijuana Nationwide

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Senator Ron Wyden has introduced legislation in the Senate — The Marijuana Revenue and Regulation Act — to permit states to establish their own marijuana regulatory policies free from federal interference. An additional fifteen states have passed laws specific to the possession of cannabidiol (CBD) oil for therapeutic purposes.

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