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Medical Marijuana Can Help with the Effects of Traumatic brain injury

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Cannabis has an ancient history of human use and is currently one of the most commonly used medications throughout the world. When the body is defensive against trauma or illness, this system begins to fail, resulting in physical, mental and/or neurological conditions. Medical marijuana can contribute to a patient’s overall health.

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Albania is Poised to Legalize Cannabis to Help Crush the Illicit Drug Trade

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A History of Cannabis in Albania. It wasn’t until the Socialist party came to power in 2013 that the government began to bring the illegal cannabis trade under some semblance of control. And in Asia, where cannabis laws have historically been strict, Thailand was among the first to adopt a medical cannabis policy.

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What does religion say about cannabis? Is it a sin?

The Cannigma

Beyond its use as a religious sacrament, cannabis has a long and storied history as a form of medicine in the ancient world. While religious scholars may disagree about when and how cannabis is allowed, it is clearly part of the history and the fabric of daily life in much of the Islamic world, and is here to stay.

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Cannabis regulations in Slovenia

The Cannigma

Slovenia has a long history of cultivating industrial hemp. After a 2013 medical initiative failed to pass , the government reclassified cannabinoids from Class I illegal drugs to Class II, so they can be used for medical purposes. No special conditions (for patients) or special licenses (for doctors) are needed.

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

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It was only in 2013 that the country aligned its policy with the rest of the Union and allowed the cultivation of hemp by local farmers. Lithuania joined the trend in 2018 when the Parliament unanimously voted to allow doctors to prescribe cannabis to patients with certain conditions.

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Why cannabis can make your heart race

The Cannigma

A 1988 trial found that women given very low-THC (1.8%) joints showed “statically significant increases in pulse rate,” and this increase was more pronounced and lasted longer for participants with a past history of intermittent marijuana use 5. Remember that the high will wear off before too long, and this isn’t a permanent condition.

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Cannabis and OCD: Seeking Relief

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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a debilitating mental health condition that is characterized by intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. Understanding OCD Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. These obsessions can vary greatly from person to person.