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UN Report: Drug Policies Should Protect Human Rights, Reduce Harm

Veriheal

Active research was carried out on the effects of these drug policies on society and the results, in these reports, have led the United Nations to consider a favorable revision of drug policies in order to protect human rights. 2023 World UN World Drug Report The 2023 World Drug Report urges the development of effective drug policies.

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Policy Analysis Paper: Medicinal cannabis and driving: the intersection of health and road safety policy

Cannabis Law Report

Recent shifting attitudes towards the medical use of cannabis has seen legal access pathways established in many jurisdictions in North America, Europe and Australasia. Here we undertake an analysis of this policy issue based on a case study of the introduction of medicinal cannabis in Australia. Conclusion. S0955395921002127-main.

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What Is the MORE Act, and How Could It Change Marijuana Policy Forever?

NORML

Currently, public support for legalizing weed nationwide is at an all-time high: 62 percent of Americans favor legalizing the adult use of marijuana, while over 90 percent want access to medical cannabis. The issue isn’t if marijuana will be legalized anymore. What will happen at the local levels if it does become law?

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Australia – Policy Analysis: Medicinal cannabis and driving: the intersection of health and road safety policy – “there is little evidence to justify the differential treatment of medicinal cannabis patients, compared with those taking other prescription medications”

Cannabis Law Report

We conclude that in medical-only access models there is little evidence to justify the differential treatment of medicinal cannabis patients, compared with those taking other prescription medications with potentially impairing effects. Road safety. Access to treatment. Daniel Perkins a b Hugh Brophy a Iain S. Medicinal cannabis.

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Arizona Senate Approves Bill That Could Legalize Therapeutic Psilocybin

Veriheal

In a recent hearing, the Arizona Senate Health and Human Services Committee unanimously approved a bill that would legalize therapeutic psilocybin centers for medically supervised use. We need to offer some hope and we need to give our doctors options for treatment.” It’s about addressing our mental health crisis.

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How Does Cannabis Legalization Impact Health, Equity, and Economy in Michigan?

MMJ Recs

Health Effects of Cannabis Legalization in Michigan The health effects of cannabis legalization in Michigan encompass both potential benefits and risks for residents. Legalization may offer expanded access to medical cannabis for patients suffering from various conditions, providing alternative treatment options and symptom relief.

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West Virginia’s Medical Marijuana Program: A Comprehensive Guide to Dispensaries and Legal Regulations

MMJ Recs

Additionally, individuals experiencing severe pain, nausea, or muscle spasms are eligible for medical marijuana treatment. Upon approval, patients receive their medical marijuana card, granting them legal access to dispensaries across the state.