MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The real stories around medical marijuana (MMJ) are those of the patients who have experienced life-changing benefits from cannabis therapy. In this article, we’ll explore MMJ patient success stories in West Virginia and how cannabis therapy is positively impacting patients’ lives.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

This guide aims to navigate the intricate web of cannabis legislation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, exploring key aspects such as medical marijuana laws, cannabis regulations, qualifying conditions, patient eligibility, and the overall impact on the local cannabis industry.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2024

You may wonder about the potential stigma surrounding cannabis and community outreach efforts, but there are strategic ways to utilize this versatile plant for positive impact. By employing thoughtful planning and collaboration, cannabis can serve as a catalyst for engaging with diverse groups and sparking meaningful conversations.

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Veriheal

JANUARY 24, 2023

As cannabis enthusiasts, we’re all too familiar with the stigma surrounding its use and the hoops that have to be jumped through to get it into medical research trials. In light of this, one has to ask: Why isn’t cannabis also being considered ? So what gives? In the saga of prohibition, here’s the latest news.

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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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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

DECEMBER 10, 2023

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. Inequality in Medical Cannabis Availability Across the U.S.

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Veriheal

AUGUST 22, 2022

Clinical trials into cannabis’ potential as an opioid replacement are well underway in South Africa. ” Dr. Gallow prides himself on his work as a South African cannabis advocate and leader in the international medical cannabis research field. About the Opioid Epidemic. Study Will Test Three Unique Strains .

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 8, 2021

Advocacy group TheraPsil is teaming up with lawyers to pressure the government to grant access and develop regulations. And legal experts think patients are entitled to a reply, and are working alongside advocates to compel the government to give answers and provide access to treatment otherwise prohibited by drug laws.

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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

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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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 8, 2022

Anybody with a modicum of knowledge about the world of cannabis will know that she was a fearless advocate of medical cannabis as part of cancer treatment. In light of her recent passing from breast cancer, the award-winning movie star and musical hitmaker also leaves behind a legacy of medical marijuana advocacy.

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United Patients Group

APRIL 14, 2023

Cannabis, better known as weed or marijuana, is known for both its medicinal and recreational purposes. One of the most commonly known effects of cannabis is the “ munchies ,” or an intense hunger that can lead to overeating. CBD, the non-psychoactive compound found in cannabis, can reduce appetite and food intake.

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The Cannigma

MAY 18, 2023

Medical: limited Recreational: illegal Cannabis has been deeply intertwined with Nepal’s history and culture for centuries. Traditionally, the consumption of cannabis in the form of bhang, a cannabis-infused beverage, was considered sacred and widely accepted in India and surrounding countries.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 12, 2022

The workgroup will then report back to the Legislature, informing future lawmakers on an appropriate model for Washington State to provide safe and accessible Psilocybin treatments to state residents 21 and older.

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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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NORML

AUGUST 4, 2020

Some opponents of marijuana policy reform have manipulated the Speaker’s comments to imply that she was opining that cannabis therapy has been proven specifically to be successful for the treatment of COVID-19. The post McConnell Misleads on Marijuana appeared first on NORML.

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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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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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LifeCannMD

OCTOBER 13, 2020

The condition remained unspoken between wars until 1980 when the efforts of the Vietnam veterans and advocacy groups finally got the name into the psychiatric nomenclature. Once again and due to the Schedule I regulation, there are no clinical studies but anecdotal evidence of the utility of phytocannabinoids in the treatment of PTSD.

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NORML

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Yet, even in the majority of states where medical cannabis is legal, VA physicians are prohibited by federal law from filling out a state-legal medical marijuana recommendation form. Research published in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs found a 75% reduction in Clinician-Administered Posttraumatic Scale scores following cannabis therapy.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 21, 2022

MAPS PBC is pioneering new forms of mental health care, beginning with the development of MDMA-assisted therapy as an FDA-approved treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). MDMA-assisted therapy is a new paradigm in the treatment of mental health, combining a medicine with psychotherapy to address the root causes of PTSD.

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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 letter sent to leaders of states with medical cannabis or cannabidiol laws can be found here. The letter sent to leaders of states with both medical cannabis and adult-use laws can be found here. Washington, D.C. —

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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

MAY 12, 2022

Aurora Cannabis announced today that they will be launching a new product line for patients in the United Kingdom. Back in 2019, the UK loosened their rules around medical cannabis and allowed a handful of cannabis-derived drugs to be prescribed.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Policy and Advocacy Director, MAPS . Going forward, MAPS and its Policy & Advocacy team looks forward to continuing to support advancement in psychedelic policy through creative but evidence-based approaches, including a renewed commitment to advocate for state-funded harm reduction and education programs. ###.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 19, 2022

The group advocates the urgent need for psychedelics, citing that mental health has become a serious societal crisis because we are lacking sufficient treatment options. PAREA also mentions that according to the World Health Organization (WHO), merely 2 per cent of general expenditure globally is dedicated to mental health.

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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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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. The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is a force of healing and hope for individuals, families and communities affected by addiction to alcohol and other drugs.

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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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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 9, 2022

The days where the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) pays no mind to cannabis businesses (marijuana and hemp) are long gone. The self-proclaimed mission of the FTC is to: “prevent anticompetitive, deceptive, and unfair business practices through law enforcement, advocacy, and education without unduly burdening legitimate business activity.”.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 20, 2021

In 2018 the UK Government relaxed the laws and allowed cannabis and cannabis based medicinal products (CBMP) to be prescribed by specially trained doctors, yet many thousands of people are complaining that they are effectively being ‘denied’ access to it. How much longer are we going to have to wait?

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 28, 2021

Cannabis Patient Care™ launched in November 2020 and has already made a big impression in the medical cannabis community due to the quality of its content and the important message behind each issue,” said Mike Hennessy Jr.

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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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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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