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Study: Cannabis Use in Older Patients Associated with Improved Quality of Life, Lower Demand for Prescription Drugs

NORML

"The results of this study indicate that cannabis may be a relatively safe and effective treatment for chronic pain, sleep disturbances, and other conditions associated with aging, leading to subsequent reductions in prescription drug use and healthcare costs, as well as significant improvements in quality of life.

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Study: Cannabis Mitigates Symptoms in Patients with Treatment-Resistant Fibromyalgia

NORML

“The current study revealed the positive effects of MC [medical cannabis] therapy in some patients with FMS [ fibromyalgia syndrome] and resistance to conventional treatment. Thus, cannabinoids may be considered for FMS treatment.".

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It’s Time for Medical Cannabis Patients to Step into the spotlight!

Americans for Safe Access

CANNABIS RESCHEDULING IS A VICTORY FOR PATIENTS BY PATIENTS Cannabis is being rescheduled because of its “currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States.” 5 things Everyone Should Know About Cannabis Rescheduling: 1.

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Study: Cannabis Associated with Reduced Opioid Use, Prolonged Benefits in Pain Patients

NORML

The daily use of cannabis by patients with chronic pain conditions is associated with prolonged improvements in pain management and subjects’ overall quality of life, as well as sustained reductions in the use of opioids, according to longitudinal data published in the journal Pain Medicine. ’

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Study: Cannabis Associated with Reduced Opioid Use, Prolonged Benefits in Pain Patients

NORML

“Taken together, the results of this study add to the cumulative evidence in support of plant-based MC (medical cannabis) as a safe and effective treatment option and potential opioid substitute or augmentation therapy for the management of chronic pain symptomatology and quality of life.”.

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Understanding Cannabis Use Disorder: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

United Patients Group

In this blog, we’ll explore what cannabis use disorder is, its causes, symptoms, and the available treatments. Treatment Options for Cannabis Use Disorder While CUD can be challenging, it is treatable. Recognizing the signs of CUD and understanding the underlying causes can help in seeking timely treatment and support.

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Patients Deserve a Federal Overhaul on Medical Cannabis

Americans for Safe Access

Across these states, millions of patients are demonstrating cannabis’ medicinal value through their treatments every day. Since the first medical cannabis laws were introduced in California 25 years ago, 35 states have joined with California in defiance of the federal prohibition of cannabis as a medicine.

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