Illinois News Joint

MARCH 29, 2023

As discussed in our 6-part series ( Part 3 ) What Illinois cannabis patients really want , according to the Illinois Department of Public Health ’s Guide for Designated Caregivers , “The designated caregiver can purchase medical cannabis on behalf of the patient. A perfect illustration of this would be Cow.

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MMJ Recs

JANUARY 24, 2024

The landscape of healthcare and medicinal practices has undergone a transformative shift with the advent of medical marijuana programs across the United States. Today we’ll take a closer look at the Michigan Medical Marijuana Program, giving Michigan citizens all the info they need about accessing MMJ in the state.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 4, 2023

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

These new proposals are designed to expand access to medical cannabis for NJ MMJ patients. Murphy stated in an Executive Order , “…of New Jersey’s nine million residents, only approximately 15,000 are able to participate in the State’s medical marijuana program.” An ounce runs about $455.”

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 17, 2023

This week, NECANN announced its programming scheduling. Attendees to the Illinois Cannabis Convention patients, entrepreneurs, people just curious about cannabis, and more. To learn about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here. To qualify and receive a medical patient card at a discounted rate, visit here.

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MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

As Missouri patients gain access to medical cannabis for various qualifying conditions, understanding and advocating for MMJ patient rights is of paramount importance. We’ll also explore patient rights and responsibilities within Missouri’s MMJ program and the availability of legal assistance for MMJ patients.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 18, 2023

With a growing number of New Jersey MMJ dispensaries offering a wide range of cannabis products, it’s essential for MMJ patients to stay informed about the options available. Patients can now access a wide variety of cannabis products to address their medical needs. They offer a variety of strains and product options.

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Americans for Safe Access

JULY 29, 2020

Oregon is one of the few but growing number of states that have both a medical cannabis program and an adult use (recreational) program, and users of cannabis medicine can be found in either group. Of course having the conversation about cannabis can be complicated, intimidating and nerve racking.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 18, 2024

Overview of the Illinois Medical Marijuana Program Illinois boasts a comprehensive medical marijuana program that provides patients with access to a variety of cannabis products for therapeutic use. Understanding the nuances of this program is essential for individuals seeking relief from medical conditions.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 14, 2024

Qualifying Conditions for Medical Marijuana in West Virginia West Virginia’s medical marijuana program encompasses an extensive list of qualifying conditions, providing access to patients with various chronic or debilitating diseases.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 2, 2024

In Ohio, accessing medical marijuana involves more than just obtaining a prescription; it requires navigating a complex landscape of dispensaries, regulations, and patient expectations. This guide aims to demystify the process, offering practical advice and insights to help patients make informed decisions.

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The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

AUGUST 29, 2020

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic the New Mexico Department of Health approved rules that put into practice a state law allowing medical cannabis patients from other states to buy, possess and use medical cannabis in New Mexico. The law was passed in 2019 as part of a massive statutory change for medical cannabis.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 17, 2021

goodblend™ Texas , a retail brand of Parallel , one of the nation’s largest privately-held multi-state cannabis operators, today announced the launch of the first cannabinol (CBN) products for patients registered in the Texas Compassionate Use Program. goodblend™ Texas, a retail brand of Parallel.

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Medical Marijuana Program Connection

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Oklahoma voters authorized the state’s medical marijuana program in 2018, and since then, hundreds of thousands of medical marijuana licenses have been issued in Oklahoma, the National Institute of Health reports. A medical marijuana patient license is an ID card that allows someone with an approved application to legally buy, Read More

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NORML

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

On Wednesday, September 25th, 2019, NORML testified at the DC Council Committee on Labor and Workforce Development in support of B23-0309 , the “Medical Marijuana Program Patient Employment Protection Amendment Act of 2019”, which seeks to expand workplace protections for medical cannabis patients in the District of Columbia.

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Just because medical cannabis and recreational cannabis are legal in so many places doesn’t mean that the programs are uniform across the country. There are many existing differences between medical cannabis programs from state to state. Medical Cannabis Programs: Qualifying Conditions and Reciprocity.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Under the plan, patients in the state’s medical access program will be able to purchase marijuana-infused gummies or other similar chewable products beginning on August 1, 2022. Currently, qualified patients are only permitted to obtain cannabis products in the form of pills, extracts, tinctures, lozenges, or powdered mixtures.

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MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Medical marijuana was legalized in Maryland in 2014, but the MD MMJ program was slow to get off the ground. The Maryland MMJ program is one of the newer programs in the US, but once it started, it quickly became one of the fastest-growing MMJ programs in the country. The program continues to grow in popularity.

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NORML

MARCH 4, 2019

In the Texas State Capitol Building, dozens of patients joined us to ask their legislators to coauthor legislation that makes the Texas Compassionate Use Program more inclusive and effective. Patients then broke out into groups by district and went to visit their legislative offices.

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NORML

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Patients suffering from persistent pain conditions who frequently use cannabis are far less likely to use non-prescription opioids, according to longitudinal data published in the journal PLOS One. Authors reported “an independent negative association between frequent cannabis use and frequent illicit opioid use.”

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

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. How Do MMJ Restrictions Affect Patients and Doctors?

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Healer

APRIL 21, 2023

Enroll Now Hi, I’m Dr. Dustin Sulak, and I’d like to give you some information about Healer’s online training and certification program. Our program includes: 4 online course modules Library of Monthly webinars with all the latest science Educational resources that you can use in your practice or your business.

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PrestoDoctor

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Now, The Office of Cannabis Management has released new updates to its medical cannabis program. This includes the ability for its medical patients to grow medical marijuana. As of October 5th, 2022 the program will allow certified medical marijuana patients and designated caregivers to cultivate (grow) their own plants at home.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 13, 2023

For patients seeking access to this valuable form of treatment, it’s essential to understand the complex web of regulations, legal requirements, and rights surrounding medical marijuana in the Golden State. The list of qualifying conditions can change, so it’s essential to stay informed about the latest updates.

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Veriheal

JUNE 12, 2023

This notice likely comes as the recently passed law in Minnesota bans sheriffs from denying someone a permit to carry a gun based solely on their use of recreational cannabis or enrollment in the medical cannabis program in the state. Is There a Cause for Concern for Patients and Consumers of Cannabis?

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MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 20, 2023

The establishment of medical marijuana dispensaries in Virginia represents a progressive approach to healthcare, offering patients alternative treatment options for various medical conditions. Patients diagnosed with specific medical conditions are eligible to participate in the state’s medical cannabis program.

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Veriheal

MARCH 1, 2021

However, the number of states that will authorize qualified patients from out-of-state medical marijuana programs is still relatively small. . That doesn’t mean you can’t access a green state’s medical marijuana programs, though. The following states currently have medical marijuana programs: Alaska. Hepatitis C.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

In Partnership With Brands and Advocates, Eaze Compassion Targets Patients Left Behind by California’s Proposition 64, Helps Implement “Dennis Peron and Brownie Mary Act”. Eaze Compassion bridges the “last mile” between low-income patients and the products they need to survive and thrive. Cannabis is medicine.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 9, 2023

This comprehensive guide aims to provide insights into the best MMJ pain management centers in Texas , including top-rated medical cannabis clinics, qualified MMJ doctors, patient reviews, legal requirements, and more. These centers differ in terms of services, expertise, and their approach to patient care.

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Cannabis Chronicles

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Oregon lawmakers may tighten restrictions on the state’s organ transplant centers to ensure they don’t discriminate against patients based on marijuana use. About 340 transplants were performed in Oregon last year. Responding to Nosse’s bill, the state’s major transplant centers disputed turning patients away based on marijuana use. “No

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NORML

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

The latest offense is his recently released 2021 federal budget proposes slashing all legal protection for state medical marijuana programs and potentially jeopardizing the patients that rely on them. Sign our petition to demand Congress protect state-legal medical marijuana programs. The data speaks for itself.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 11, 2024

West Virginia has emerged as a trailblazer in the realm of medical marijuana, implementing a comprehensive program to provide patients with access to this therapeutic treatment option. This program facilitates access to medical cannabis for individuals suffering from qualifying debilitating conditions.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 2, 2023

California has been a trailblazer in the realm of medical marijuana, offering patients access to a variety of treatment options. Patients must first schedule an appointment with a licensed medical professional who can evaluate their medical history and condition. In 1996, the state became the first in the U.S.

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Veriheal

JUNE 3, 2022

New York proposed a set of packaging and marketing rules for recreational cannabis, a Fan Controlled Football player was cut for smoking cannabis on the field, and a California program is making medical cannabis more affordable for patients. What do you think about NY’s proposed cannabis marketing regulations?

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Veriheal

JANUARY 10, 2022

Enter cannabis, the plant medicine that is quickly becoming the remedy of choice for patients who have been diagnosed with breast cancer according to a recently conducted survey that was published in the journal Cancer. Breast Cancer Patients and Medical Cannabis. More cancer patients in the U.S. Over 600 Study Participants .

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Veriheal

MAY 26, 2022

Patients around the world are in need of natural, alternative medical solutions, and Realm of Caring (RoC) is on a mission to serve them. RoC also works to increase patients’ access to medical cannabis by helping U.S. states pass relevant legislation and educating doctors about the power of cannabis medicine.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 14, 2021

Cannabiz has a report saying… the Australian Medicinal Cannabis Association (AMCA) company secretary Teresa Nicoletti has announced the organisation’s second year will see the creation of a compassionate access scheme for patients. However, the discussions faltered after federal legislation was enacted.

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