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Utah to Welcome Marijuana for Limited Medical Use
Parents of Utah children with severe epilepsy are cheering a new state law that allows them to obtain a marijuana extract they say helps with seizures.
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Activists Reject Mark Dayton's Medical Marijuana Compromise
Gov. Mark Dayton's proposal for research at the Mayo Clinic on medical marijuana lacks activists' support who want wider drug legalization for treatment.
Supposed ‘Medical Marijuana’ Measures in Alabama, Utah Are Anything But
While the passage of these measures may pose symbolic victories for legislators; they fail to provide tangible benefits to the constituents that they serve.
Study: Medical Marijuana May Alleviate Some Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
The journal Neurology recently published research showing medical marijuana may help alleviate certain symptoms in patients with multiple sclerosis...
Parents 4 Pot Ready to Grow
After a whirlwind beginning, Parents 4 Pot founders have taken their next steps. Articles of Incorporation have been filed and approved. The group is now an official Nonprofit Mutual Benefit Corporatio
5-Year-Old Arizonan Gets His Medical Pot
Zander Welton, a 5-year-old Arizonan boy with severe seizures may use medical marijuana extracts, a Maricopa County Superior Court judge ruled Friday.
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Will the Justice Department Crack Down on Medical Marijuana?
The Justice Department indicated it would allow legalization to proceed only if states created “strong and effective regulatory and enforcement systems.”
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Gov. Dayton Seeks $2.2M for Marijuana Study
Gov. Mark Dayton said he would ask for $2.2 million for research into its possible benefits. Mayo Clinic would head the study, and focus on cannabidiol.
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Instafire: Northwest Oils Fat Dab Off Dank Dabber
How's that for some Instafire, FAT dab of @nwoils premium shatter off the Dank Dabber and out the Toro. Everything is resting safe and sound on top
Oregon Rules Ban Edibles - The Community Responds
"The Oregon Health Authority released draft rules late Wednesday for medical-pot dispensaries to follow when they open as early as next week under a new law. Although medical marijuana will be available at the dispensaries, the agency wants to ban sweets containing the drug because they could be attractive to young people."
Seattle Medical Marijuana Dispensary Is First In Washington State To Achieve National Certification
The first medical marijuana dispensary in Washington State was certified under a nationwide program that verifies the quality of products sold.
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Las Vegas to Allow Medical Marijuana Dispensaries
The Las Vegas City Council took a stand on medical marijuana last Wednesday, voting to allowing dispensaries and...
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Georgia Senate Passes Medical Marijuana Bill
The Georgia Senate approved limited use of medical marijuana, sending the legislation back to the state House with expectations of extended negotiations.
CBD-Only Legislation Will Likely Be Unworkable For Most Patients
Lawmakers are poised to enact legislation providing epilepsy patients, with strains of cannabis or cannabis extracts high in the compound cannabidiol (CBD).
Medical Marijuana Update (2014.03.19)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of March 19, 2014.
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How Cannabis Can Save Cancer-Stricken Kids: An Introduction to 'Weed the People,' by Ricki Lake
"Weed the People," examines medical cannabis in families and kids. "...,experience has opened my eyes and shown me the healing potential of this plant."
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Chris Christie Worried About Profit Motive Of Medical Marijuana Dispensaries
Gov. Chris Christie said, “...what I originally proposed…was that it be a hospital-based program, that way the profit motive is drained out a lot from it.”
Great Edibles Recipes: Cannabutter Duck Fat Fingerlings
Cannabutter duck fat fingerlings, this recipe is truly a royal treat. Dip them in your favorite sauce (I prefer Gorgonzola aioli) and feel that lovely dank duck deliciousness!