Americans for Safe Access

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

In the wake of the election many patients have questions about the priorities of the incoming Congress. million cannabis patients across the country are stuck under conflicting federal and state cannabis policy, with veterans comprising the largest contingent of them.

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NORML

MARCH 30, 2023

Members of the House and Senate have approved legislation, Senate Bill 47, regulating the production and dispensing of cannabis products to authorized patients. The post Kentucky: Lawmakers Approve Medical Cannabis Access Legislation appeared first on NORML.

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Project CBD

MARCH 7, 2021

Portraits of four women patient-activists who are leading the struggle for medical cannabis access around the world.

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NORML

MAY 26, 2023

11th Circuit Court of Appeals has accepted NORML's 'friend of the court' amicus brief in a case that seeks to protect the Second Amendment rights of state-authorized medical cannabis patients.

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NORML

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Over 54,000 Connecticut residents are currently registered to possess and and access medical cannabis. The post Connecticut: Qualified Patients Can Begin Home Cultivating Cannabis Next Week appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

NORML has long opined that patients must have access to cannabis flowers, stating: "Orally administered non-herbal forms of cannabis possess delayed onset and their effects are far less predictable than those of herbal cannabis.

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NORML

JULY 1, 2021

Under the law, which took effect upon signing, qualified patients may now legally possess up to a 90-day supply of cannabis at one time. Patients also now have the ability to consult with authorizing physicians via video conferencing and may obtain cannabis from dispensaries via curbside pick-up.

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NORML

AUGUST 30, 2022

"These arbitrary and unnecessary limits were established without input from either the patient community or from those physicians who specialize in providing oversight to medical cannabis patients. They will likely result in creating unnecessary confusion and they will place an undue burden upon patients and their doctors.".

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NORML

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

“With 37 states already legalizing medical cannabis and 90% of Kentucky adults supporting it, I am doing what I can to provide access and relief to those who meet certain conditions and need it to better enjoy their life, without pain.”.

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NORML

JUNE 19, 2020

The daily use of cannabis by patients with chronic pain conditions is associated with prolonged improvements in pain management and subjects’ overall quality of life, as well as sustained reductions in the use of opioids, according to longitudinal data published in the journal Pain Medicine. ’

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NORML

JULY 14, 2020

“Over the course of our study, … we identified a significant and progressive increase in the number of patients using cannabis. In patients with chronic pain, cannabis use more than doubled during this period.”. The post Cannabis Use Rising Among Chronic Pain Patients appeared first on NORML.

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Americans for Safe Access

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

We're excited to say the the October/November issue of Cannabis Patient Care Magazine is now available online. I got her thoughts on how patients can talk to their doctor or oncologist about medical cannabis. It was great to hear her perspective, as a doctor, on an issue that we talk a lot about from the patient side.

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NORML

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Under the plan, patients in the state’s medical access program will be able to purchase marijuana-infused gummies or other similar chewable products beginning on August 1, 2020. The post Minnesota: Regulators Okay Patients’ Access to Cannabis-Infused Edible Products appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

AUGUST 3, 2021

Under the expanded law, employers may not discriminate against authorized patients of medical cannabis in the recruitment, hiring, designation, or termination process or when imposing disciplinary actions. The post Puerto Rico: Law Signed Protecting Medical Cannabis Patients from Employment Discrimination appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

JUNE 15, 2020

John Bel Edwards has signed a series of bills into law greatly expanding patients ability to access medical cannabis products. ” Under the current law , doctors may only recommend medical cannabis products to those patients with a limited number of select conditions, such as HIV and cancer.

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United Patients Group

MARCH 15, 2023

Cannabis is a natural treatment for pain and other symptoms of withdrawal, and has been shown to help manage the side effects of drugs and even has be used as a substitute for prescription medications. Cannabis is a natural treatment for pain and other symptoms of withdrawal. Cannabis can help to manage the side effects of drugs.

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Cannabis Life Network

MAY 3, 2023

A new study reveals what many already know: medical cannabis is safe and effective for cancer patients. The Canadian-based research also found that with medical cannabis, cancer patients had a reduced need for other drugs. Why Is Cannabis Popular With Cancer Patients?

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NORML

JUNE 19, 2020

“Taken together, the results of this study add to the cumulative evidence in support of plant-based MC (medical cannabis) as a safe and effective treatment option and potential opioid substitute or augmentation therapy for the management of chronic pain symptomatology and quality of life.”.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

“The current study revealed the positive effects of MC [medical cannabis] therapy in some patients with FMS [ fibromyalgia syndrome] and resistance to conventional treatment. The post Study: Cannabis Mitigates Symptoms in Patients with Treatment-Resistant Fibromyalgia appeared first on NORML.

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Americans for Safe Access

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

In the wake of the election many patients have questions about the priorities of the incoming Congress. million cannabis patients across the country are stuck under conflicting federal and state cannabis policy, with veterans comprising the largest contingent of them.

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NORML

JUNE 14, 2022

"As legal access continues to expand, one would expect the cannabis substitution effect to grow even more pronounced in the future.". The post Survey: Nearly Half of Authorized Medical Cannabis Patients Report Substituting Marijuana for Other Substances, Particularly Opioids and Alcohol appeared first on NORML.

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Americans for Safe Access

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

On February 2, 2022, Governor Tate Reeves chose to sign SB 2095 into law, making Mississippi the 37th state to adopt medical cannabis laws. The adoption of these laws is the conclusion of a year-long struggle for the future of cannabis in Mississippi. . ASA strongly opposes both of these provisions.

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NORML

JUNE 18, 2019

The administration of herbal cannabis is safe and effective in patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia, according to clinical data published this month in the Journal of Clinical Medicine. Israeli investigators assessed the use of cannabis over a six-month period in 211 patients with the disease.

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The Fresh Toast

JANUARY 4, 2023

Cannabis Oil For Stroke Patients: What The Latest Medical Studies Reveal. What can cannabis oil and CBD do to help post-stroke rehab? The post Cannabis Oil For Stroke Patients: What The Latest Medical Studies Reveal appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

“This study demonstrates that treatment with THC-rich cannabis in patients with mild to moderate UC is associated with clinical improvement.". The post Clinical Trial: Cannabis Inhalation Associated with Clinical in Patients with Ulcerative Colitis appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Recently conducted observational trials in Israel and the United Kingdom have documented improved symptoms following the use of cannabis products among patients with post-traumatic stress. The post US Senate Committee Advances Bill Facilitating Cannabis Research Among Veterans appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

With dozens of studies showing that cannabis often leads to a reduction in pain patients’ use of potentially more harmful opioids, it made no sense for doctors engage in this sort of flagrantly discriminatory and destructive behavior.” .

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Veriheal

MAY 15, 2023

In 2016, North Dakota voters approved a medical cannabis ballot. Mary Schneider (D) cleared the House in an 86-6 vote this March, allowing terminally ill patients to use proof of their admittance in hospice care in lieu of a doctor’s written recommendation to register as a medical cannabis patient. Doug Burgum (R).

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Peninsula Alternative Health

MARCH 22, 2023

On November 8th, 2022, Maryland passed a new law legalizing recreational cannabis use for adults 21 and older, opening up a whole new industry for the state. Effective July of 2023, the new legislation aims to regulate medical and recreational cannabis as similarly as possible, holding them to the same standards.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 3, 2023

Competing legislation had muddied water and makes life hard for self grow medical cannabis patients… hopefully new legislation make life easier for medical patients in more conservative counties Medical cannabis patients with proper authorization can grow up to four plants in Washington state.

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United Patients Group

MAY 5, 2023

Cannabis is a plant that has been used for thousands of years for medicinal and recreational purposes. Microdosing involves consuming small amounts of cannabis to reap the benefits without experiencing any noticeable psychoactive effects. Another benefit of microdosing is that it can help you save money on cannabis.

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Cannabis Life Network

JANUARY 6, 2023

Should doctors screen patients undergoing anesthesia for cannabis? According to researchers at the Cleveland Clinic, cannabis users experienced 14 percent more pain the day after surgery than non-cannabis consumers. The post Anesthesia & Cannabis appeared first on Cannabis | Weed | Marijuana | News.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Medical cannabis can be consumed in a variety of ways to reduce pain. Recent research has found that aerosolized cannabis can provide long-term pain reduction, specifically in patients with neuropathy and other chronic conditions. This device ensures that patients get metered and precise doses of cannabis.

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United Patients Group

MARCH 22, 2023

One such treatment includes cannabis consumption by patients with PD who have been certified as eligible by their doctor to use medical marijuana products legally in their state or country. While there is no cure for Parkinson’s disease at present time, there are treatments available that can help manage its symptoms.

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The Cannigma

MARCH 18, 2021

The majority of people with Parkinson’s disease in the United States have not used cannabis to treat their symptoms due to a lack of scientific evidence about its effectiveness. Of those who have used cannabis, most did not receive a recommendation from a doctor or instructions on how to use it, according to the findings of a recent study.

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Leafly

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Cannabis flower is finally legal in the Bayou State, but supply is low and early prices are high. The post Louisiana patients loving newly legal cannabis flower appeared first on Leafly.

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United Patients Group

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Cannabis and Heart Health Benefits Introduction There’s no doubt that cannabis is a controversial topic, but the health benefits of it are undeniable. A recent study from the University of Montreal showed that cannabis can help lower blood pressure and reduce stress levels in people who suffer from anxiety or depression.

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