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Wisconsin NORML: Presenting a United Front of Advocacy, Education and Reform

NORML

It needs to be made clear to policymakers that a restrictive medical bill that grants access only to a small portion of “qualified” patients is not enough for the residents of WI who across every county in majority voted yes last fall for some form of legalization in the non-binding referendum.

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Virginia, Marijuana, and How Medical Legalization May Unfold in the South

NORML

Virginia has been one of the most reluctant states to consider marijuana law reform, though it recently began allowing some forms of cannabis oil for approved patients. And, 2019’s SB 1557 makes it possible for patients to get as much as 10mg of THC in each dose — the same limit as one serving size for edibles in adult-use states.

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Regarding COVID-19, A Message to the NORML Family from the Executive Director

NORML

This means practicing social distancing as much as is feasibly possible, and also staying indoors to the largest extent you can — especially if you are among those who are most vulnerable, such as elderly medical cannabis patients. To the extent you are able, it is also best to know where your cannabis is coming from.

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This mother saved 2 of her children with medical cannabis

The Cannigma

Approaching the topic from a medical and humane perspective, however, can help patients in need of less harmful pain and symptom relief, or provide a better lifestyle. For many patients, prescription painkillers such as opioids are prescribed to deal with the often very painful symptoms of the disease.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 2/22

NORML

The bill clarifies that products made from the resin of the cannabis plant are legal for medical purposes under state law, including extracts, concentrates, oils, tinctures, and edible products, amongst others. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of allowing patients to smoke medical cannabis. AZ resident? California.

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How Medical Marijuana Helps With Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms

MMJ Recs

Patients often struggle with symptoms that range from physical discomfort to cognitive impairment. In this article, we explore how medical marijuana for multiple sclerosis symptoms helps patients, with its diverse cannabinoid components, alleviate MS symptoms, and enhance the quality of life for patients.

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Access and Equity: Addressing Disparities in Medical Marijuana Availability Across States

MMJ Recs

While some states have embraced the therapeutic potential of cannabis and established robust medical marijuana programs, others lag behind, leaving patients without access to a potentially life-changing treatment. One of the primary challenges is the limited number of qualifying conditions in some states.

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