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Kentucky: Medical Cannabis Access Legislation Advances to the Senate

NORML

The bill provides for the production and distribution of a limited variety of medical cannabis products to qualified patients, including those with PTSD, cancer, chronic pain, epilepsy or any other intractable seizure disorder; multiple sclerosis, muscle spasms, or spasticity; and nausea or vomiting. .

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Natural Pain Management: How Cannabis Can Help with Chronic Pain

Cannabis Law Report

If you or a loved one suffers from chronic pain, there is a relatively safe alternative to addictive pain pills: cannabis. Beyond this, cannabis has been used to treat patients with specific conditions such as Epilepsy and Multiple Sclerosis. nausea, pain, migraines). How Does Cannabis Help?

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6 Cannabis Infused Items to Help with Chronic Pain

Otherside Farms

Chronic pain can affect the quality of life of an individual as it usually comes with severe discomfort that lasts for days or weeks. Fortunately, you can alleviate this pain by using proper medication. However, most of these pain-relieving drugs come with side-effects. Instead, it helps to ease pain and inflammation.

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Medical Marijuana Advances in North Carolina with Strong Senate Support

CannaMD

Dubbed the “Compassionate Care Act,” the legislation would allow medical marijuana use across the state for people with certain conditions, such as cancer, ALS, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and more, but not for chronic pain or recreational use. […]

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5 Biggest Benefits of Medical Cannabis for Your Health

United Patients Group

While there is still much research to be done on the potential benefits and risks of medical cannabis, there is a growing body of evidence that suggests it can be a valuable tool for managing chronic pain, anxiety and depression, nausea and vomiting, seizures, inflammation, sleep, and other health conditions.

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What Are The Most Common Conditions MMJ Is Prescribed For?

MMJ Recs

From chronic pain to neurological disorders, understanding the breadth of MMJ’s applications provides a comprehensive view of its role in modern healthcare. Cannabinoids, the active compounds in marijuana, interact with the endocannabinoid system in the body, modulating pain perception and inflammation.

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New Study Shows Cannabis Use May Be Responsible For Improved Health And Quality of Life

MedicalJane

Primary conditions included neurological diseases such as MS and epilepsy, chronic pain from autoimmune diseases like fibromyalgia, back pain, cancer, insomnia, and psychiatric disorders such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD.