Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Every year, we at Illinois News Joint purposely try to expand on several aspects of our coverage, and in 2023, we have decided to direct more attention toward advocating for the needs, rights, and betterment of medical cannabis cardholders in Illinois. We work with patients of all ages with a wide variety of conditions.

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Traditional treatments for these conditions often involve medication, physical therapy, or more invasive interventions like surgery. A new 2023 study published in the journal Medical Cannabis and Cannabinoids revealed that using a THC/CBD spray can help significantly reduce chronic back and neck pain. How Does Cannabis Spray Work?

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Project CBD

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Cannabinoid-infused topicals show particular promise in the treatment of psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and contact dermatitis. Next, the study authors review existing clinical and preclinical evidence on the effects of cannabinoid treatment for a long list of skin diseases both common and obscure. Journal of dermatological science vol.

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Veriheal

MAY 9, 2022

This powerful combo was even able to destroy all of the cancer cells without damaging any healthy cells, unlike conventional cancer treatments. The treatment was developed by the biomedical company known as Cannabotech , while the study was led by Professor Faud Fares (a senior cancer researcher at the University of Haifa).

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Open showdown, and the Native Coalition of Colorado calls for healing rather than profit at Denver’s Psychedelic Science 2023 conference. ” As Musk said in his tweet, occasional ketamine use has indeed been shown to effectively treat patients with depression and bipolar disorder. Let us know in the comments! The reason?

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Veriheal

AUGUST 21, 2023

On June 22, 2023, Mets owner Steve Cohen and his wife made headlines with his remarkable donation of $5 million donated to the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS). If the FDA approves the application, it will pave the way for integrating psychedelic treatment into mainstream medical health care.

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Project CBD

MAY 3, 2023

Goldstein has treated thousands of patients with medical cannabis. Dr. Goldstein will be leading the Medical Practicum at CannMed 2023 (May 15-17), where she will also be speaking about CBG and other minor cannabinoids during the main session. I have used it in some of my patients with autism. To me there is no harm in doing so.

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United Patients Group

APRIL 11, 2023

In 2023, health education will continue to be of utmost importance as the world grapples with a multitude of health challenges. In this blog, we will explore the top 8 health degrees that will be in demand in 2023, providing a comprehensive overview of each degree’s requirements and potential career paths.

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Veriheal

APRIL 1, 2024

aims to provide patients with safe and regulated access to medicinal cannabis products,” Qualla Enterprises wrote in their official press release. The new dispensary will open with high-quality tested products—including flower, vape products, edibles, topicals, and more—carefully curated to meet the diverse needs of patients.

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Veriheal

MARCH 20, 2023

Using psilocybin in small doses, or microdosing, has been shown to aid in the treatment of various mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Both Colorado and Oregon allow patients to take psilocybin under the supervision of regulated and licensed “healing centers.” Connecticut Gov.

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Medical Marijuana Program Connection

MARCH 13, 2023

MONDAY, March 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) — An approved CBD oil product will, apparently, not be the solution for patients. Read More

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The Cannigma

JULY 12, 2022

Unlike other states, Alabama requires doctors to document a failure of conventional medical treatment before issuing a medical cannabis prescription. As of June 2022, there is no way for medical patients to obtain a cannabis prescription or get medication. Possible penalties for cannabis. Alabama medical cannabis program.

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Project CBD

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Medicine in a Can A total of 15 patients with different incurable ailments would enroll in the Compassionate IND Program to study cannabis before it was officially shut down in 1992. When medical cannabis was legalized in Florida in 2016, she became one of the first licensed physicians to include it in her treatment plans.

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Veriheal

MAY 22, 2023

In April 2023, Maine’s Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP) reported an exodus of about 1350 cannabis primary caregivers from the state’s medical marijuana market between 2021 to January 2023. Medical marijuana primary caregivers, or simply caregivers , are certified personnel who assist a qualifying patient with medical cannabis use.

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MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 13, 2023

While the state has traditionally held a conservative stance on cannabis, there has been a gradual shift in public opinion and legislative action, paving the way for a more inclusive and patient-centric approach to healthcare. Additionally, patients must have exhausted all other available treatment options without finding relief.

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Veriheal

MARCH 2, 2024

In December of 2023, the country recently made a new move towards reform that could stimulate the cannabidiol (CBD) industry and provide many patients, such as those with epilepsy , with access to potentially life-changing medical treatments.

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Veriheal

DECEMBER 14, 2023

This stigma has been problematic for cannabis consumers for years and often leads to unfair stereotypes against people who benefit from cannabis treatment for mental or physical health issues. These stereotypes have consequences, whether political, legal, or within the medical system, and may prevent people from seeking care that can help.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) […]

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 4, 2021

One of the known beneficial uses of psilocybin is as a palliative care tool for patients with advanced illness who suffer from anxiety and/or depression. Accordingly, it cannot be prescribed by a physician and it is not legally accessible to those who might benefit from it as a therapeutic treatment.

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The Cannigma

JULY 5, 2022

The program was legalized in 2015 and patients with qualifying conditions can get a prescription for up to 20oz of low THC oil, capsules, patches, or lotion. oz of 5% or less THC oil for medical patients with qualifying conditions. In 2015, Georgia legalized possession of up 20 fl. Possible penalties.

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Veriheal

JUNE 20, 2023

Depression and addiction continue to impact millions of lives worldwide, making the search for effective treatments crucial. In a recent 2023 study , scientists have developed two promising drug candidates for treating these conditions, drawing inspiration from a traditional African psychedelic plant medicine called ibogaine.

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

APRIL 20, 2023

iii] The Act was originally intended for patients with intractable epilepsy and was expanded in 2019 and 2021 to include other physical and mental illnesses (cancer, multiple sclerosis, post-traumatic stress disorder). [iv] 2 – 3 (2023). Specifically, H.B. Code § 169.001 et seq. [vi] vi] [link] [vii] Tex. 1805, 88th Leg., viii] Id. [ix]

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The Blunt Truth

APRIL 4, 2023

On March 17, 2023, the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania issued a decision regarding employee use of medical marijuana in the workers’ compensation context. However, the employer refused to reimburse the employee for the cost of his medical marijuana treatment. The decision in Fegley v. Firestone Tire & Rubber (Workers’ Comp.

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Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 3, 2023

While I’ve designated 2023 “The Year of The Infused Preroll” for Illinois, I’ve already got some indications that 2024 is posed to be “The Year of The Infused Beverage.” While the cannabis drink options in the state continue to expand, Tonic , the label from Progressive Treatment Solutions , has been focusing on drinks for years.

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CannaMD

JULY 11, 2023

An exhaustive study by the American Medical Association (AMA) has confirmed what current medical marijuana patients have stated for quite some time — that medical cannabis treatment improves health-related quality of life for patients with a range of health conditions.

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Veriheal

JUNE 12, 2023

If ratified as it is expected to be, the new CBA will take effect in the 2023-2024 season and remain in place until at least 2029. With a second violation, players face a $25,000 fine and in-patient or aftercare treatment in the Marijuana Program.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Beckley Psytech plans to initiate a global multi-site Phase IIb study in H1 2023 to assess the efficacy, safety and tolerability of different doses of BPL-003 in patients with Treatment Resistant Depression […]

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

The American College of Physicians Oregon chapters governor, Dr. Marianne Parshley, was quoted saying, “We are endorsing measure 110 because we have seen what happens to families and patients in the wake of the opioid epidemic.”. He goes on to ask the question, “How many people are going to actually be offered treatment?”.

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Medicinal Genomics

JULY 18, 2023

Those with compromised immune systems, either through disease or medical treatment, are at serious risk of developing an aspergillosis infection. Due to the increased risk of contracting aspergillosis via organ transplant, some transplant programs have removed patients who use cannabis from their donor waiting list. Who is at risk?

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TheAnswerPage

MAY 16, 2023

Studies have suggested that some cannabinoids effectively reduce the spasticity associated with multiple sclerosis, and, in fact, the federal drug agencies of several countries (but not the US) have approved a cannabinoid-based formula (50:50 THC:CBD) called Sativex (nabiximols) for the treatment of severe spasticity in multiple sclerosis.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 19, 2022

Patients and clinicians are increasingly optimistic about the efficacy of psychedelic drugs as an alternative or supplement to traditionally manufactured pharmaceuticals to treat depression, anxiety, addiction, PTSD, anger and aggression, and other psychological conditions.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 13, 2022

The table below sets out the TGA’s priority areas for compliance activities relating to the import, advertising and supply requirements of the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989 from 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023. The public promotion of prescription medicines can inappropriately influence demand and disrupt the doctor/patient relationship.

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TheAnswerPage

APRIL 11, 2023

What are the effects of cannabis-based therapies on oxaliplatin-induced peripheral neuropathy among oncology patients? The results of a retrospective study indicated that the rate of neuropathy was reduced among patients treated with cannabis-based therapies and oxaliplatin. Waissengrin B, Mirelman D, Pelles S, et al. January 2021.

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TheAnswerPage

APRIL 18, 2023

Does short-term treatment with THC-rich cannabis induce clinical remission and improve quality of life in patients with mild to moderately active ulcerative colitis? These results were derived from a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial, – 32 patients received either cigarettes containing 0.5

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Veriheal

JUNE 13, 2023

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, was short is a pulmonary condition in which patients experience persistent coughing and shortness of breath. While this condition cannot be cured, there are some treatments to help reduce its impact on patients’ day-to-day lives. will be worth roughly $106.4

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TheAnswerPage

APRIL 12, 2023

In patients 60 years old or older, does long term (3 months) marijuana use impact blood pressure? At 3 months follow-up, the mean 24-hours systolic and diastolic blood pressures were reduced by 5.0 mmHg and 4.5

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MMJ Recs

MAY 29, 2024

For many patients, traditional treatment options may fall short of providing relief from debilitating symptoms. Medical cannabis can provide relief from chronic pain, nausea, muscle spasms, and other symptoms commonly experienced by patients with conditions, such as cancer. Image by Iñaki del Olmo on Unsplash.

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