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

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As the landscape of medical marijuana continues to evolve across the United States, a glaring issue has emerged: significant disparities in its availability from state to state. Disparities in Medical Marijuana Access by State The journey to obtain medical marijuana should ideally be consistent and equitable across the nation.

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Alabama: Senate Advances Medical Cannabis Access Measure

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Senate lawmakers approved legislation yesterday that seeks to regulate patients’ access to select medical cannabis products. Senators voted 22 to 11 in favor of SB 165 , which licenses dispensaries to provide qualified patients with non-herbal cannabis preparations, such as marijuana-infused tablets or pills.

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Study: Medical Cannabis Access Associated with Fewer Workers’ Comp Claims

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The enactment of state-specific medical cannabis access laws is associated with a decline in workers’ compensation claims, according to data published in the journal Health Economics. Authors reported that legal cannabis access was associated with a nearly seven percent decline in workers’ compensation claims.

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Dispensary Dos and Don’ts: A Consumer’s Guide to Accessing Medical Marijuana in New Jersey

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In the ever-evolving landscape of medical marijuana, accessing cannabis through a dispensary in New Jersey can be both empowering and complex. As the state’s medical cannabis program expands, consumers need to be well-informed about dispensary dos and don’ts. Be patient and considerate of staff and other patients.

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Veterans Medical Marijuana Access Legislation Introduced In House and Senate

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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. A copy of the bill is available here.

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Illinois Dispensaries: Your Guide to Accessing MMJ

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As the landscape of medical marijuana in the United States continues to evolve, Illinois has emerged as a state at the forefront of the medical cannabis movement. Illinois dispensaries play a pivotal role in providing patients with access to medical marijuana, offering a range of products to address various health conditions.

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Pennsylvania’s Dispensaries: Your Guide to Accessing MMJ

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With the availability of MMJ dispensaries across Pennsylvania, patients have greater access to this natural remedy. This guide provides essential information including details on Pennsylvania MMJ dispensaries, the process of obtaining medical marijuana, and the program’s patient guide.

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