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New Jersey To Hold A Series Of Medicinal Cannabis Program Registration Clinics

Veriheal

“The MCP remains a priority for our agency, and we are actively working to ensure that those who want access to the program have a clear path to participating.” More information can be found here. New Jersey has been working hard recently to expand access to medical marijuana to patients throughout the state.

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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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States That Restrict MMJ Access Are Interfering With Patients’ Rights, Study Shows

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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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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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Parolees Should Have Access to Medical Cannabis

Veriheal

As a cannabis coach, I talk to many people who are seeking information about cannabis to improve their health and their lifestyle. For many patients, especially those in states where cannabis access has been extended to both medical and recreational markets, patients are now better served than they used to be.

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New Research Shows How Medicinal Cannabis Eases Cancer Pain and Reduces Opioid Dependence

Veriheal

In this article, we’ll delve into the newest research findings and explore how medicinal cannabis could revolutionize cancer pain management and reduce reliance on opioids and other medications. of the patients reported pain as their primary motivation for obtaining a medicinal cannabis prescription. Interestingly, 72.5%

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Mind Medicine Australia – Opinion: If the Medicine Works Shouldn’t We All Have Access to it? A Recent Poll of Australians Says Yes We Should – Scott Leckie and Tania de Jong (February 2022)

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Our families and communities are suffering, and we urgently need access to preventative and curative medicines and medical care that is safe and effective. These ground-breaking treatments offer therapeutic access to either psilocybin (the active ingredient in ‘magic mushrooms’) or MDMA, a synthetic medicine.