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Study: Cannabis Associated with Reduced Opioid Use, Prolonged Benefits in Pain Patients

NORML

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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6 Most Popular Cannabis Consumption Methods

Cannabis Law Report

With the cannabis industry growing at an unprecedented rate, people are spoilt of choice with the consumption methods and brands. When this method of consumption is being discussed, joints and blunts readily come to mind. Choosing The Perfect Method of Consumption For You. No particular way of using cannabis is the best.

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NORML’s Statement Regarding the Designation of Medical Cannabis Dispensaries as “Essential Services”

NORML

” NORML has previously provided guidelines for safe and best practices regarding cannabis consumption during this time. Permitting such activities ensures that patients possess a consistent, known supply of their medicine and that their access remains affordable. These guidelines are especially important for patients.

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Oregon NORML, In Partnership With The Oregon Justice League, Files “Legalization Justice Act of 2020”

NORML

She generated international headlines when she opened the World Famous Cannabis Cafe in 2009, the nation’s first public-facing cannabis consumption lounge. Producers of recreational or medical cannabis may enter into caregiving relationships with qualifying patients and provide medicine directly. “That is discrimination.”

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The Criminalization of Legal Cannabis Consumption

Veriheal

Despite his legal consumption and the passing of several days between his consumption and being pulled over—meaning there was no risk of him still being intoxicated—he was still technically breaking the law in Pennsylvania. However, we must quit assuming that cannabis consumption automatically equals intoxication or impairment.

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Researchers Study Cannabis Consumption Among Different Veteran Demographics

Veriheal

By evaluating “the prevalence of past-12-month and lifetime cannabis use and cannabis use disorder” among American veterans, the researchers were able to conduct a rough analysis of consumption behavior among veterans. The findings showed that consumption clocked in at 1.8% Cannabis Consumption Behaviors Differed Between Demographics.

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Microdosing Cannabis: A Comprehensive Guide to Safe Consumption

United Patients Group

Cannabis is a plant that has been used for thousands of years for medicinal and recreational purposes. Please note, cannabis is not a one size fits all type of medicine. Always start with a low dose and wait at least two hours before consuming more to avoid over-consumption. Book a consultation today.