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    and some for the bad. In this paper we be discussing whether to continue the federal prosecution of medical marijuana patients and their providers under the accordance with the federal controlled substance Act. There are so many opinions that people have on this issues. Some people may disagree with congress for passing this law and they may feel that it’s giving people the right to smoke marijuana freely and then you have some people that agree with this law being pass. Because they may feel that

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    Medical uses of Marijuana There are different views on the effects and uses of marijuana. Some consider marijuana as a stimulant with only addictive potential and a gateway drug. Others sees it as beneficial to treat various medical conditions. The uses of medical marijuana derivatives the risks and benefits, and the individual needs to consider both if taking. Benefits of Marijuana Marijuana can be used to treat many chronic diseases, such as: cancer, AIDs, glaucoma, multiple sclerosis,

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    An article called “Medical marijuana refugees: 'This was our only hope'” written by Saundra Young (CNN), talks about medical marijuana and the conflicts that arise from it. Marijuana is drug made from a plant called cannabis and it is a well-known drug to most people. Although it is illegal in some states, 20 states have recently made marijuana legal at least for medical purposes like the District of Columbia. The others however, are keeping it illegal due to the side effects after the consumption

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    Background of medical marijuana in Idaho Marijuana was not always illegal in the US. The origins of the prohibition of cannabis are rife with cultural beliefs and political policies which have limited the ability for cannabis to be used therapeutically or medically. The 1937 Marijuana Tax Act was replaced in 1970 by the Controlled Substance Act and despite scientists making recommendations to Nixon to downgrade the schedule 1 classification against cannabis, Nixon maintained that cannabis remain

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    Legislative Policy Brief Regarding the Medical Use of Cannabis HB 153: “Medical Cannabis” Valerie Moore The Ohio State University College of Nursing N7500 Autumn, 2014   Legislative Policy Brief: Ohio HB 153 General Information The use of Cannabis (Marijuana) for medical treatment is gaining momentum across the United States. Currently twenty three states and the District of Columbia have passed bills legalizing medical marijuana for treatment of cancer, AIDS, PTSD, neuromuscular disease and various

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    the benefits and hazards of medical marijuana? Over the centuries, there has been countless debates and arguments whenever a certain item should be legal. What is the item I speak of? It comes from the dried up leaves from the Hamp plant; it is also green. If you think the item is marijuana, then you are correct. The earliest documented use of marijuana was back in 2727 B.C used by the Chinese emperor named Shen Nung. The first state to legalize medical marijuana was California in 1996. Other

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    Today is the day: You are at the doctor’s office for your annual 6 month checkup. You feel fine, and everything in life is perfect. The doctor comes in with a stack of lab reports from your blood tests. You’re expecting news about how impressive your cholesterol is, and how healthy and fit you are. Unfortunately the doctor has to deliver different news today. Stage 4 terminal cancer, which has already spread to the bones. You realize that not only has your day been ruined, but potentially your life

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    Marijuana use can help treat various causes of pain and even do a part in killing cancer cells. Although marijuana is beneficial, it is very expensive, and in some states it’s not legal. A bud of medical marijuana can cost as much as 400 dollars an ounce (What Is the Average Cost of a Medical Marijuana Prescription?). For many people and animals, marijuana is the only substance that will relieve them of pain. Not everyone can buy legal medical marijuana either. Only the people who live in the 29

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    Marijuana can be used to help treat various causes of pain and even do a part in killing cancer cells. Although marijuana is beneficial, it is very expensive, and in some states it’s not legal. A bud of medical marijuana can cost as much as 400 dollars an ounce (What Is the Average Cost of a Medical Marijuana Prescription?). For many people and animals, marijuana is the only substance that will relieve them of pain. Not everyone can buy legal medical marijuana either. Only the people who live in

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    Madison Summers Medical Marijuana     According to a survey by pubmed.gov, “92 percent said that medical marijuana alleviated symptoms of their serious medical conditions, including chronic pain, arthritis, migraine, and cancer.” 86 percent of the United States believe that Cannabis has valid medical uses, says statista.com. Definitions.com states that, “medical marijuana refers to the use of cannabis or marijuana, including constituents of cannabis, THC and other cannabinoids, as a physician-recommended

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