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What is Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome?

United Patients Group

The condition develops after frequent and long-term use of cannabis. Read on to learn more about what causes this condition, how it is diagnosed and treated, as well as its risks if left untreated or under-treated… What is cannabis hyperemesis syndrome (CHS)? CHS may affect an estimated 0.2% CHS may affect an estimated 0.2%

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The Baltic Times: Cannabis policy reform in Lithuania: history, current status, and future challenges

Cannabis Law Report

Though it joined the European Union in 2004, Lithuania remained for several years the only country in the EU that criminalized even the cultivation of hemp – the non-psychoactive variety of the plant. The authors contended that a system of fines for simple users would better serve society’s interests than prison sentences.

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Cannabis regulations in Slovenia

The Cannigma

Slovenia has a long history of cultivating industrial hemp. Still, officially the market is only 18 years old, as the country joined the EU in 2004, and thus fell into compliance with EU hemp regulations. No special conditions (for patients) or special licenses (for doctors) are needed. Possible penalties. CBD regulations.

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Alexander Hymowitz: Medical Marijuana and Worker’s Compensation in New York

Cannabis Law Report

In this case, the court explicitly explains that “Public Health Law and its accompanying regulations authorize the use of medical marihuana to treat certain enumerated and serious conditions, including — as relevant here — chronic pain. [1] One such variance that a doctor can request is the use of medical marijuana.

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Is weed legal in Greece?

The Cannigma

The history of cannabis in Greece can be traced back to the ancient Greeks and Romans, who used hemp fiber for boat sails, ropes, clothes, and much more. A survey carried out in 2004 found that 8.6% Other conditions in which Greek patients can seek approval for medical cannabis include HIV/AIDS and epilepsy.

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Is Cannabis/Hemp Legal in the United States?

Otherside Farms

However, in 2004, there was a lawsuit against the Hemp Industries Association and the DEA. Conditions. Now that you know the history of the laws in growing hemp, you can look at the different states where it is legal. You’ll also see that the history of marijuana’s criminalization is filled with: Racism. Some Examples.

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Election Brings Big Wins for Cannabis Legalization

Canna Care Docs

The passing initiative legalizes cannabis prescriptions for 22 medical conditions. It also allows for medical marijuana prescriptions for conditions “of the same kind or class” to the above, for which a physician believes the benefits of medical cannabis would outweigh any potential health risks. Montana: Adult-use.