Sat.Oct 14, 2017 - Fri.Oct 20, 2017

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The Tom Marino Roller Coaster: Three Days of Drug Policy Changes

Americans for Safe Access

On October 15, 2017, the Washington Post and 60 Minutes released a scathing report on the pharmaceutical industry’s influence of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). This report, in large part, scrutinized Representative Tom Marino (R-PA) and his potential appointment as the head of the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) also known as the Drug Czar because of his ties with and sponsorship of legislation favoring the pharmaceutical industry.

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Shawna’s Life Has Changed Since Breast Cancer, But CBD Oil helps Her Feel Like She Did Before

CannaEffect

When she gets the chance, Shawna Du tells every woman to check herself for lumps. That’s how Shawna discovered she had stage 2 breast cancer this April – she found a lump and just knew. It all happened fast – just like Shawna’s recovery, thanks to CBD oil. Shortly after her diagnosis, a friend recommended that Shawna should start using hemp oil.

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California’s New Cannabis Laws Affect College-Aged Students

Meadow

[link] With states across the nation embracing the medical and recreational legalization of cannabis, it’s important young adults are informed about the benefits and risks associated with cannabis consumption during their adolescence. California is the next state moving into recreational legalization in 2018. Adults 21 or older will be able to purchase cannabis recreationally, however, young adults over the age of 18 will only have access to medical cannabis as long as they have a valid doctor’s

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