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Decriminalized Possession of Hard Drugs Takes Effect in Oregon

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Oregon has a powerful history as a leader in cannabis reform. When you think of progressive states, you might think of Colorado or California, but it was Oregon that was first to decriminalize possession of small amounts of cannabis back in 1973, setting the bar for all the other states that have decriminalized since.

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How Kevin Durant Ended the NBA’s Cannabis Ban

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Kevin Durant on Weed in the NBA Kevin Duran is a forward for the Phoenix Suns and one of the top scorers in NBA history. 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.

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The Endocannabinoid System-History, Health and Why We Feel High

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The History and Science of Cannabis. As of October 17th 2018, the Canadian government has decriminalized recreational use of cannabis under legislative bill C-45, also known as the Cannabis Act. Acute and chronic pain (i.e. fibromyalgia, pain from motor vehicle accidents, and pain due to various types of cancer), .

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Cannabis laws in Afghanistan

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The Taliban’s take on cannabis The Taliban, which recently took control of Afghanistan, has not made any official statements regarding the legalization or decriminalization of cannabis. The country has a long history of using traditional medicine, and cannabis has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries.

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Cannabis-Tourettes’ Study Shows Promise, OR & MD Make Psychedelic Progress, and Idaho Weighs MMJ Legalization

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Oregon and Maryland Make Psychedelic Progress Psychedelic history is being made on both coasts as Oregon and Maryland inch closer to legal use. Meanwhile, in Massachusetts, advocates are pushing to decriminalize psilocybin statewide. What do you think of this Tourettes study’s findings? Let us know in the comments!

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Is weed legal in Poland?

The Cannigma

While the plant has deep roots in the country and was used throughout history, it was prohibited in the 20 th century. Qualifying conditions include chronic pain, multiple sclerosis, spasticity, chemo-induced nausea, and treatment-resistant epilepsy. Visiting Poland – can you buy or bring marijuana products?

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Is weed legal in Alabama?

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In February 2022, a state senator introduced a bill to decriminalize possession of two ounces or less, reducing the penalty from up to a year in jail to a $250 fine. Alabama is located in the “deep south” of the US, a region with a long history of struggling with racial divides. How do people in Alabama view marijuana?