Peninsula Alternative Health

MARCH 1, 2018

Advocating for medical cannabis is no easy feat, and these organizations are spearheading state, national, and global efforts. The common mission of these nonprofits and trade associations is to educate on the benefits of medical cannabis and create legislative change for businesses, physicians, and qualifying patients.

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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. Support for Patient Well-Being The availability of medical marijuana in local communities fosters an environment of support for patients seeking alternative treatments.

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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. Why Do MMJ Patients Use Cannabis? How Do MMJ Restrictions Affect Patients and Doctors?

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 31, 2023

West Virginia MMJ Program Launch The West launch of the West Virginia Medical Cannabis Act, the state embarked on a path to provide much-needed relief to patients suffering from various medical conditions. that have recognized the therapeutic potential of cannabis. West Virginia is now among the many states in the U.S.

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MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 22, 2023

As the United States navigates through a complex web of legal, social, and medical considerations, public opinion on medical cannabis has evolved significantly over the years. The changing public opinion is evident in the increasing number of states legalizing medical cannabis and the growing support for such measures.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 6, 2024

Cannabis was commonly utilized in various medicinal preparations and tinctures, and it was listed in the US Pharmacopeia until the early 20th century. Key milestones, such as California’s Proposition 215 in 1996, paved the way for a cascade of state initiatives legalizing medical cannabis.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 25, 2021

Led by a certified instructor, the new courses are offered online in variable durations, ranging from eight to 24 hours, including a 12-hour cannabis-specific course. With a self-directed version on the way, these courses will become the newest offerings in Hazelden Betty Ford’s growing catalog RecoveryGo® telehealth solutions. Contacts.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 6, 2022

TRC Healthcare (TRC) has launched a new training program to help pharmacists deliver better healthcare for patients who use cannabis products. The online program, known as RxAdvanced: Guide to Cannabis , gives pharmacists a foundational knowledge of cannabis that strengthens their role as stewards of public health. “As

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 16, 2024

This burgeoning industry encompasses a wide range of activities, including cultivation, processing, distribution, and retail sales of medical cannabis products. Demographic shifts also play a role, with older adults increasingly turning to medical cannabis for pain management and symptom relief.

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

The funding will allow MAPS Public Benefit Corporation (MAPS PBC) to activate a team to evaluate the scope of the lack of resources needed for TBI treatment. . Data collected from MAPS-sponsored Phase 3 clinical trials suggests that MDMA-assisted therapy appears promising in the treatment of TBI. announced its commitment to fund $1.5

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NORML

JANUARY 9, 2019

Today, the rollout of the new leadership team of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus was announced, with Representatives Barbara Lee (D-CA) and David Joyce (R-OH) joining founding members Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and Don Young (R-AK). For far too long, communities of color and women have been left out of the conversation on cannabis.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

SB 57 – which passed both houses – would have created a pilot program for overdose prevention sites in San Francisco, Oakland, and Los Angeles as an evidence-based intervention to curb drug overdose deaths. Policy and Advocacy Director, MAPS . Ismail Lourido Ali, J.D. ABOUT MAPS.

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Veriheal

JANUARY 19, 2023

Despite cannabis remaining a Schedule I classification according to the federal Controlled Substances Act (CSA), meaning that it has no medicinal value, over 30 states in the United States have legalized it for its medicinal use. The war on drugs facilitated by the federal government has been an utter failure. Why the Change Now?

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

With a decline in legislative improvements in state medical cannabis programs, millions of patients are left with limited or no access,” ASA Executive Director Debbie Churgai said. “It Chris Rabb (D-District 200) said the report has served as a resource he utilizes to ensure all Pennsylvanians have access to medical cannabis. “As

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 6, 2021

The use of cannabis by patients enrolled in a methadone maintenance treatment program is associated with fewer nonfatal opioid overdoses, according to the results of a recently published study. Patients were asked to complete a one-time survey, which included questions about their cannabis use over the past month.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 2, 2024

What to Expect at Ohio Medical Cannabis Dispensaries In Ohio medical cannabis dispensaries, patients can anticipate a welcoming and professional environment focused on holistic wellness. While browsing, you’ll encounter a diverse range of cannabis products, including flower, edibles, tinctures, and more.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Amazon disclosed on Tuesday that its earlier decision to end drug testing for cannabis will be retroactive, meaning former workers and applicants who were punished or rejected for testing positive for THC will have their employment eligibility restored, reported various news outlets. An update on our advocacy for equitable workplaces. .

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 19, 2021

Virginia is committed to legalizing cannabis the right way—by learning from other states, by listening to public health and safety experts, and by centering social equity,” said Governor Northam. Cannabis Control Authority (CCA). Board members cannot have financial interests in the cannabis industry. Michael Jerome Massie, Esq.

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NORML

JANUARY 28, 2020

In 2018 there were nearly 24,000 adults arrested for less than 30 grams of cannabis. cannabis arrest data since 2008. ” “Previously, there were steady annual increases in arrests for cannabis possession – thousands more every year – while other drug arrests had plateaued.

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NORML

JULY 23, 2019

At a time when the state you live in can determine whether cannabis can ruin your life or make you a millionaire, now more than ever we must end the national prohibition of marijuana. The Office of Cannabis would be one of the Justice Programs in the Department of Justice.

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CannaMD

FEBRUARY 13, 2021

Medical marijuana research, advocacy, and acceptance is on the rise – and that means more and more great news for Florida medical marijuana patients. When medical marijuana first hit the scene, doctors were hopeful that cannabis would help curb the opioid crisis. Senior Citizen Cannabis Studies. reduction. Case in point?

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 7, 2021

Pennington, who focuses on federal appeals and regulatory issues, is co-counsel on several high-profile cases against the DEA regarding cannabis research, hemp, and psychedelics. The INCBA supports lawyers in their practice of law as they serve all aspects of the cannabis and related industries.

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Veriheal

AUGUST 31, 2020

Add onto that the difficulty of these unprecedented times, as a minority-owned business, we’re making it our priority to pay it forward and invest in the future leaders of cannabis who will break barriers and pave the way for innovation in this burgeoning industry. . Veriheal’s Innovation in Cannabis Scholarship 2020 Winners .

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 13, 2023

For patients seeking access to this valuable form of treatment, it’s essential to understand the complex web of regulations, legal requirements, and rights surrounding medical marijuana in the Golden State. This made the state a leader in the regulated cannabis industry, setting an example for others to follow.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Even the most conservative states have allowed treatment of PTSD with cannabis. Rather, cannabis may help alleviate some of the symptoms of PTSD. Some studies have shown that cannabis has promise in this area. He said , “Many veterans attest that cannabis is effective for the self-management of their PTSD symptoms.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

The more wide-ranging bill (H 174/S 72), which a spokesperson said is a priority for House Speaker Ron Mariano, addresses aspects of state laws that cannabis regulators and industry entrepreneurs have been increasingly vocal about taking issue with. Sonia Chang-Diaz, co-chair of the Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy, said.

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NORML

MAY 24, 2019

1617) this year, which would include legalizing and regulating cannabis for adult-use in New York, centered in justice and equity for victims of the War on Drugs. Creating tax revenue that will be directed to repairing the harm caused by the war on drugs, school-based prevention efforts, job training, and youth development programming.

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Veriheal

JULY 22, 2020

Cannabis is a Saving Grace for Many Veterans with PTSD. PTSD is one condition that cannabis has shown to offer drastic benefits. There is substantial research backing cannabis and its efficiency at treating the symptoms of PTSD as well as many anecdotal claims. Price Plays a Pivotal Place in Purchasing Product.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 29, 2021

Practice leaders will host a free webinar on “Impact and ESG in the Cannabis Industry” on July 7 at 11 a.m. By prioritizing ESG issues from the outset, the cannabis industry can get out in front on them. “It While other sectors get up to speed, the cannabis industry will already be positioned to lead the way.”.

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Peninsula Alternative Health

DECEMBER 14, 2017

Americans for Safe Access (ASA), a medical patient advocacy group, has an annual report on the proficiency of states’ medical cannabis programs, assigning each a letter grade. States, where medicinal cannabis is legal, are awarded points on a scale of 1 to 100 and receive bonus points for improvements from the prior year.

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WeedAdvisor

MAY 19, 2019

As is often the case with many government systems, those needing cannabis find themselves bogged down in a slow-moving bureaucratic minefield. legalized medical marijuana on November 1 st of last year – roughly 18 years after one of its closest Commonwealth allies, Canada, set up its own medical cannabis program in 2001.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 21, 2022

Anthony is the founder President and Chief Investment Officer of NewLake Capital Partners, a leading cannabis net lease REIT. Founding Partner of Canna Advisors, a leading cannabis consulting firm in Boulder, Colorado. Working on multiple cannabis design projects throughout the U.S., In order of appearance. Anthony Coniglio.

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CannaMD

JUNE 2, 2020

A long-standing problem for medical marijuana patients across the nation is that while many states have loosened up restrictions on cannabis use, company policies on marijuana have remained mostly unchanged. However, medical marijuana is here to stay, and so – as advocacy groups argue: employers will have to come around sooner or later.

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NORML

MARCH 14, 2019

Enacted in 1986, the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program made it a condition for employment that all civilian employees at executive branch agencies be prohibited from using federally illegal substances on or off duty. Click here to send a message to your member of Congress and urge them to support this effort.

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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. ACT highlights Texans who have found relief and comfort through TXOG’s medicine—patients like Jacob Ortiz, a 7-year-old who has achieved one year without a seizure as a result of TXOG’s medical cannabis.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of various companies, Marlo has helped develop workshops and programs that have transformed the lives of men and women, and altered their course of business opportunities. Cannabis Community’s “Not Done Yet Report Card” Gives Legalization a “D” Grade. Arundati Dandapani. George Smitherman.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Marijuana comes from the cannabis plant and contains many naturally occurring compounds including Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Skin care products, including beauty products, acne treatments, and bath bombs. Hemp comes from the cannabis plant. What is Marijuana? What is Hemp?

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