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Study: Cannabis Use in Older Patients Associated with Improved Quality of Life, Lower Demand for Prescription Drugs

NORML

"The results of this study indicate that cannabis may be a relatively safe and effective treatment for chronic pain, sleep disturbances, and other conditions associated with aging, leading to subsequent reductions in prescription drug use and healthcare costs, as well as significant improvements in quality of life.

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Texas Expands Patients’ Access to Medical Cannabis

NORML

The new law opens the Texas Compassionate Use Program to include those suffering from chronic pain and other newly eligible conditions. It also expands the variety of cannabis formulations that patients possess and significantly increases the total number of state-licensed dispensaries that can operate in the state.

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Texas: Lawmakers Advance Bill Expanding State’s Medical Cannabis Access Program

NORML

Provisions in the bill open the program to those suffering from chronic pain, among other newly eligible conditions. It also expands the variety of cannabis formulations that may be possessed by patients and significantly increases total number of state-licensed dispensaries that can operate in the state.

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CBD Oil for Chronic Pain: Complete Guide to Natural Relief in 2025

Miss Marijuana

Did you know that more than 50 million Americans deal with chronic pain? But here’s something pretty cool: a 2024 study found that 65% of people with chronic pain saw major improvement after adding CBD oil to their routine! Let’s take a deep dive into how CBD oil can help with chronic pain management!

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Iowa Bill Seeking ‘Vaporizable’ Cannabis To Be On State-Approved List

Veriheal

She suffers from chronic pain, as you mentioned. Nelson said in a statement that if the bill passes, the company will commit to lowering patient product costs by an estimated 50%. He told the Des Moines Register : This lowering of the costs matters for people. Theres a patient who visits us from just outside of Ottumwa.

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The Changing Landscape of Medical Marijuana in Massachusetts: What Patients Should Know

Canna Care Docs

These incentives make the program valuable, especially for patients managing chronic pain, cancer, PTSD, and other qualifying conditions. Legislative Action to Expand Access The Massachusetts Patient Advocacy Alliance continues to advocate for policies that strengthen the program.

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CBD vs. THC: Medical Benefits and Key Differences

Miss Marijuana

CBD has a more subtle interaction, which is why it’s often used for things like anxiety or chronic pain relief without the mind-altering effects. Pain Management and Inflammation CBD’s ability to help with pain management and inflammation is another big reason people are turning to this cannabinoid for relief.

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