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5 Biggest Benefits of Medical Cannabis for Your Health

United Patients Group

4) Reduces Seizures in Epilepsy Medical cannabis can be used to manage seizures in people with epilepsy. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures. Traditional treatments for epilepsy, such as anti-convulsant medications, are not effective for everyone and can have significant side effects.

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GW’s Cannabis-Based Epilepsy Drug Set For European Approval

Cannabis Law Report

Last year, the drug became the first cannabis-based medicine to be approved in the United States after regulators permitted the treatment for two other forms of childhood epilepsy and the US Drug Enforcement Administration labelled the drug as having a low abuse potential.

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UK: Another Tory MP Urges Govt Action On Medical Cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

Three years ago, he was instrumental in securing the backing of Parliament and the then Prime Minister Theresa May in making the use of medicinal cannabis legal to treat conditions such as rare forms of epilepsy in children. Sir Mike introduced Hannah, and Alfie, to the then Prime Minister.

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‘Too costly, not enough evidence it works’, says UK in blow to cannabis campaigners

Cannabis Law Report

The watchdog refused to allow its national health service to prescribe medical cannabis for children with severe epilepsy because there is “not enough evidence it works”, a decision which angered campaigners and parents who said their children will suffer as a result. This would answer questions about safety and efficacy, they said.

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Finding Hope: MMJ’s Impact on Maryland Communities

MMJ Recs

MMJ is known for its efficacy in treating various medical issues, including chronic pain, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and more. Seizure Control: For patients with epilepsy and seizure disorders, certain cannabis-based treatments have shown remarkable effectiveness in reducing the frequency and severity of seizures.

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Texas MMJ Laws and Workplace Rights: What Employees Need to Know

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The Compassionate Use Act (CUA) permits the use of low-THC cannabis oil for patients with certain qualifying conditions, such as epilepsy and multiple sclerosis. Additionally, the Texas Department of Public Safety oversees the licensing of dispensaries and regulates the cultivation and distribution of medical marijuana.

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Ohio Medical Marijuana Laws Demystified: State Regulations Explained

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The Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program (OMMCP) oversees the implementation and regulation of the state’s medical cannabis industry, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and standards for cultivation, processing, testing, and distribution. This limit may vary based on the type and potency of the products purchased.

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