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What is Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome?

United Patients Group

of cannabis users but has only been described in peer-reviewed journals since 2004, when it was first reported by Australian physicians who were treating a woman with nausea and vomiting that occurred every time she smoked marijuana—but not when she ingested the plant in other ways or took other drugs together with cannabis!

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Why the 420 Movement Was and Is Ahead of Its Time

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

Trailblazers seldom make history quietly. That law was enacted in January 2004, long after the term “420” began. And so it goes with the origination of “420” and how it became our industry-wide favorite day of the year. There are many tales told about the beginning of 420. More like 315.

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U.S. Supreme Court Justice Says Current Federal Cannabis Prohibition is “Contradictory and Unstable”

Cannabis Law Report

For almost two decades now, the Court has upheld and relied on its 2004 decision in Gonzales v. Interestingly, for those of certain legal history mindset, Gonzales itself had relied upon the famous WWII-era case Wickard v.

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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. 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. Yellow Journalism.

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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% For a first offense, a counseling program can be a substitute for incarceration. How do Greeks generally view marijuana?

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

Cannabis Law Report

One such variance that a doctor can request is the use of medical marijuana. Once Claimant was granted the variance by the worker’s compensation board, the worker’s compensation insurance plan was required to cover the medical marijuana.

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Election Brings Big Wins for Cannabis Legalization

Canna Care Docs

Medicinal cannabis was already approved in Montana in 2004. Then a medical cannabis doctor will discuss your medical history with you, treatment options for your qualifying condition , and any questions you have.