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NORML Publish Book Summarizing Hundreds of Studies Assessing the Safety and Efficacy of Cannabis for Patients ….Now Available on Kindle

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Proceeds from the purchase of the new book directly fund NORML’s cannabis advocacy efforts. When it comes to addressing questions specific to the safety and therapeutic efficacy of cannabis, this publication provides the evidence that patients and their physicians – as well as lawmakers – need to know.”.

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How Kevin Durant Ended the NBA’s Cannabis Ban

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All-star basketball player Kevin Durant recently scored a historic victory for cannabis advocacy. Therapeutic doses of cannabis in the form of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) or cannabidiol (CBD) can alleviate symptoms and complications caused by anxiety , stress, injuries, and chronic pain. Can NBA Players Smoke Weed?

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South African Research Team Says Cannabis is ‘Very Promising’ as an Opioid Replacement

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Based on the details of a June 21 press release, the trials—which are taking place in Johannesburg—are the first ethically approved studies exploring the suitability and safety of using cannabis as a substitute for opioid pain relievers. . I don’t think it works for severe pain. milligrams.

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The Evolution of Medical Marijuana: From Stigma to Acceptance in the US

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Cannabis was commonly utilized in various medicinal preparations and tinctures, and it was listed in the US Pharmacopeia until the early 20th century. Studies have shown promise in using medical marijuana for managing chronic pain conditions such as neuropathic pain and arthritis.

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Sapphire Medical Clinics present new data from the UK Medical Cannabis Registry at the 31st Annual International Cannabinoid Research Society Symposium on Cannabinoids

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The analysis of patient-reported outcome measures following treatment with cannabis-based medicinal products (CBMPs) in a study covering patients with all conditions found statistically significant improvements in anxiety, sleep , and general quality of life at one, three, and six months following treatment, compared to baseline assessment.

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Why Do Americans Support Marijuana Legalization?

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In fact, 86% of supporters cite the drug’s benefits to those who use it medicinally as a “very important” reason they favor legalization, according to a Gallup poll of more than 1,000 U.S. Recreational use is actually quite low on the list of reasons, painting marijuana as a medicine, rather than a recreational drug.

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MMJ Laws in California: A Comprehensive Guide For Patients

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The state established the Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MCRSA) in 2015, leading to the creation of the Bureau of Medical Cannabis Regulation and the introduction of a regulatory framework for MMJ dispensaries, cultivators, and manufacturers. Image by Kindel Media on Pexels.