MEDICAL MARIJUANA

Kentucky Issues First Medical Marijuana Cards, Paving the Way for Patient Relief 0

Kentucky marked a historic milestone last week by issuing its first two medical marijuana cards. Governor Andy Beshear announced that approximately 2,200 applications have already been approved, with only 66 denials—most due to technical issues that can be resolved. The program has seen significant engagement, with 333 registered healthcare providers across 75 counties certifying over

Cannabis Surpasses Prescription Pills and Alcohol as Preferred Sleep Aid, Poll Finds 0

A recent poll has revealed that more American adults are turning to cannabis as a sleep aid compared to traditional options like prescription medications or alcohol. According to the survey, 16% of adults aged 21 and older reported using cannabis to help them fall asleep, making it the most popular choice among sleep aids. This

Medical Marijuana Legalization Reduces Opioid Company Payments to Pain Doctors, Study Reveals 0

A groundbreaking study has found that legalizing medical marijuana leads to a significant decrease in payments from opioid manufacturers to pain specialists. The research, published in the Journal of the American Statistical Association, suggests that medical cannabis is increasingly viewed as a substitute for opioids in chronic pain treatment. The study, conducted by researchers from

Nebraska’s Medical Marijuana Victory Faces New Legal Challenge 0
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- December 15, 2024
In a twist of events, Nebraska’s recently approved medical marijuana initiatives are once again under legal scrutiny. Despite voters giving the green light in November, a new lawsuit filed on December 10 threatens to derail the state’s cannabis program before it even begins. The lawsuit argues that state-level marijuana laws are unconstitutional, potentially impacting similar
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Indiana’s Next Governor Signals Support for Medical Marijuana as Public Backing Soars 0
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- December 8, 2024
Indiana may soon join its neighboring states in legalizing medical marijuana, as incoming Governor Mike Braun declares it’s “probably time” for the reform. A recent Ball State University poll reveals overwhelming support, with nearly 87% of Hoosiers favoring medical cannabis legalization. Braun, currently a U.S. Senator, has consistently voiced support for medical marijuana, citing “free
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DEA Postpones Marijuana Rescheduling Decision, Sparking Election-Year Debate 0
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- December 2, 2024
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has announced a significant delay in its decision on marijuana rescheduling, pushing the timeline beyond the upcoming presidential election. According to a recent Forbes report, the DEA has scheduled a hearing for December 2 to discuss the Biden administration’s proposal to reclassify marijuana under federal drug laws. This move effectively
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