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The Benefits of Cannabis in the Treatment of Myasthenia Gravis

United Patients Group

The Benefits of Cannabis in the Treatment of Myasthenia Gravis Introduction Myasthenia gravis ( MG ) is a rare autoimmune disease that affects the nerves and muscles. Doctors usually treat MG with thymectomies, immunomodulating drugs, acetylcholinesterase inhibitors and IV immunoglobulin treatments.

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How public health policy influences cannabis consumer identity

The Cannigma

During the height of cannabis prohibition, admitting consumption was very risky. Not only was the identity of “cannabis consumer” tied to stereotypes such as laziness , lack of success and ambition and “a motivational syndrome”, it could result in incarceration and the strict collateral sanctions associated with a drug charge.

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Federal Agency Loosens Marijuana-Related Grant Funding Restrictions For Mental Health Treatment

Cannabis Law Report

The federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) loosened restrictions this week on grant funding for state health providers and other entities that allow patients to use medical marijuana for mental heath treatment. Read the full report at .

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House Veterans Affairs Committee Passes Multiple Marijuana Bills

NORML

On March 12th, the House Veterans Affairs Committee (HVAC) passed two separate pieces of legislation pertaining to cannabis policy. We have been working for years to reform this counterproductive policy that forces veterans outside of the VA to receive legal medical cannabis treatment for chronic pain and PTSD.

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Ukraine Lawmakers Vote to Legalize Medical Cannabis

Veriheal

In a historic move, Ukraine’s government has legalized medical cannabis. Now, medical cannabis is seen as a way to help those suffering. The Parliamentary Vote for Legal Cannabis in Ukraine The vote in Ukraine’s parliament was a pivotal moment. It controls how cannabis is produced and given out.

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Iowa Medical Marijuana Laws: Past, Present, and Future

MMJ Recs

From its prohibition to the gradual legalization and implementation of medical cannabis programs, the landscape of marijuana use for medical purposes has shifted dramatically. For decades, cannabis was strictly prohibited for both medical and recreational use.

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Mind Medicine Australia Webinar : Helping to change policy – Influencing the TGA with Prof. David Nutt (UK)

Cannabis Law Report

Join this FREE, 75-minute online webinar to gain access to insights and learn about ground-breaking treatments to chronic mental health conditions. FREE WEBINAR: Helping to change policy – Influencing the TGA with Professor David Nutt (UK) What we know, what we think, and what we need to research Psychedelic […]

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