Articles tagged with "medical marijuana"
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Karl-Anthony Towns: Time for NBA to Allow Medical Cannabis
The Associated Press - Published on November 16, 2017Read moreTowns told reporters that his experiences working with autistic children and his research into medical cannabis have helped shape his belief.
Wisconsin Governor Candidate Favors Legalizing Cannabis
The Associated Press - Published on November 14, 2017Read moreThere have been small signs of movement in the Legislature. A bipartisan bill introduced this year would have loosened penalties for possessing cannabis.
New York Adds PTSD as Qualifying Condition for Medical Cannabis
Ben Adlin - Published on November 13, 2017Read moreGov. Andrew Cuomo said potential beneficiaries include veterans as well as police officers and survivors of domestic violence, crime, and accidents.
Maryland May See Medical Cannabis This Month, but Diversity Issues Loom Large
The Associated Press - Published on November 10, 2017Read moreRacial diversity in the state’s medical marijuana industry is wanting, Some lawmakers said they are planning to introduce a bill early next session to grant licenses to African-American business owners.
‘Human Rights? Lay Off, That Is None of Your Business’: The Week in Cannabis Quotes
Rebecca Kelley - Published on November 10, 2017Read morePhilippines President Duterte dismisses those pesky human rights violations, a 12-year old girl/badass sues Jeff Sessions, a former wrestler verbally bodyslams some nosy cops, and more.
Over 3,800 Sign up for Medical Marijuana in Pennsylvania
The Associated Press - Published on November 9, 2017Read moreGov. Tom Wolf says more than 200 caregivers have also registered for the program. He says the demand shows the “need for this vital medication.”
Indiana Prosecutors Insist Cannabis ‘Is Not Medicine’
The Associated Press - Published on November 8, 2017Read moreThe prosecutors’ claims are at odds with scientific studies that have found marijuana can treat chronic pain and ease nausea from chemotherapy.
Liberty, Jobs, and Freedom: How Cannabis Became a Conservative Issue
Bruce Barcott - Published on November 7, 2017Read moreTen years ago legalization was a liberal’s issue. Today, a new generation of conservatives are embracing the cause. Here’s what brought them into the big tent.
In North Dakota, Usable Medical Marijuana Still a Year Away
The Associated Press - Published on November 6, 2017Read moreSome worry the delay could force patients to choose between suffering and getting medical marijuana on the black market.
New Mexico May Add Opioid Use Disorder as a Qualifying Condition
Lisa Rough - Published on November 3, 2017Read moreA new petition could add opioid use disorder as a qualifying condition for medical marijuana in New Mexico, but will the Health Secretary allow it?