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Epilepsy and MMJ: Exploring the Promising Treatment Benefits

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While traditional treatments like antiepileptic drugs exist, they may not always provide adequate relief for all patients. In recent years, there has been growing interest in exploring alternative treatment options, and one that has gained attention is medical marijuana (MMJ).

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Iowa Medical Marijuana Laws: Past, Present, and Future

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In this blog, we’re discussing the past, present, and future of Iowa medical marijuana laws — exploring its history, laws, regulations, patient access, and the evolving role it plays in the state’s healthcare system.

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Study: Cannabis Safe and Effective in Fibromyalgia Patients

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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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IBS Is the Newest Qualifying Condition for MMJ in Ohio

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Last month, the Ohio Medical Board made a landmark in the state which approved Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) as a qualifying condition for Ohio’s medical marijuana program. The inability to pinpoint the precise cause of IBS poses a challenge to patients and healthcare professionals, making diagnosis and treatment tasking.

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Why More and More Patients are Turning to MMJ for Pain Management

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Medical marijuana is increasingly recognized for its ability to offer relief in conditions such as neuropathic pain, arthritis, and pain associated with certain medical treatments. This makes it an appealing option for patients who require long-term pain management without the detrimental effects associated with opioids.

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States That Restrict MMJ Access Are Interfering With Patients’ Rights, Study Shows

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Despite notable advances in MMJ research over the last decade, scientists have found that some states’ restrictions on qualifying conditions prevent millions of patients from getting the treatments they need—robbing them of potential relief offered by cannabinoid therapies. Many patients take MMJ for more reasons than one.

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MMJ Is Shown to Reduce Pain and Opioid Use in Cancer Patients

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Cannabis has been shown to effectively block pain, and recent research confirms that it reduces the need for opiate pain killers among cancer patients. These patients arguably have the most to gain from cannabis, as it can significantly improve a host of their symptoms and could even contribute to killing cancer cells. .