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Lunch & Learn Episode 7: What is happening in Nebraska?

Americans for Safe Access

Crista Eggers is deeply committed to the advocacy and advancement of medical cannabis legalization in Nebraska. Crista's passion for advocacy began when her youngest son, Colton, was diagnosed with intractable epilepsy just after he turned two. Special guest Crista Egger updates us from the frontline!

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Why I Started the ASA Challenge: Bringing Funds and Awareness to the Urgent Need for Medical Cannabis Access

Americans for Safe Access

I became passionate about medical cannabis when I saw remarkable results using cannabis in treating my son Zach’s severe refractory epilepsy. My passion drove me to pursue a Master’s degree in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics and to pursue a career in advocacy helping other families like my own.

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Epilepsy and MMJ: Exploring the Promising Treatment Benefits

MMJ Recs

Epilepsy is a complex neurological disorder that affects millions of people worldwide, causing recurrent seizures that can significantly impact the quality of life. While traditional treatments like antiepileptic drugs exist, they may not always provide adequate relief for all patients.

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Patient Stories: How MMJ is Changing Lives in West Virginia

MMJ Recs

The real stories around medical marijuana (MMJ) are those of the patients who have experienced life-changing benefits from cannabis therapy. The positive impact it’s having on the lives of patients across West Virginia is significant. MMJ can help patients achieve better sleep patterns and improved overall health.

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Virginia, Marijuana, and How Medical Legalization May Unfold in the South

NORML

Virginia has been one of the most reluctant states to consider marijuana law reform, though it recently began allowing some forms of cannabis oil for approved patients. And, 2019’s SB 1557 makes it possible for patients to get as much as 10mg of THC in each dose — the same limit as one serving size for edibles in adult-use states.

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Serbian Patients Face Jail as Medical Marijuana Legalisation Stalls. so far 20 have gone to jail

Cannabis Law Report

Fifty-nine-year old Dragoljub Mrdjic has suffered from epilepsy for most of his life. Patients are in a terrible situation. Few medicines have helped him, but his condition drastically improved after he started treating himself with cannabis oil in 2001. “I I tried standard medicine, but there wasn’t much of a result.

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Is Weed Legal in Japan? Cannabis Legalization Bill Explained

Veriheal

In December of 2023, the country recently made a new move towards reform that could stimulate the cannabidiol (CBD) industry and provide many patients, such as those with epilepsy , with access to potentially life-changing medical treatments. and Europe to treat severe epilepsy, as well as other medical conditions.