Medical Marijuana

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    • Legalized by twelve states: AK, CA, CO, HI, ME, MT, NV, NM, OR, RI, VT, and WA
    • Federal law: Illegal
    • Use: Pain, chronic pain, nausea, chemotherapy, cancer, insomnia, glaucoma, ADHD (Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder ), ADD (Attention-deficit disorder), And many others not listed
    • Hazards: lung cancer (if consumed via smoking), cognitive impairment, mood swings

  • Medical marijuana may be recommended for chronic pain or nausea from chemotherapy, AIDS/HIV, multiple sclerosis, and many other ailments in certain states. However, all marijuana is still illegal according to United States federal law. The use of marijuana as medicine is highly controversial.

    On June 16, 2009, the state of Rhode Island passed a bill to allow the creation of compassion centers, which can legally distribute to approved medical marijuana patients. Rhode Island legalized medical marijuana in 2006, but until this bill, had no legal way for those approved to receive the marijuana.http://www.wpri.com/dpp/news/local_news/local_ap_ri_to_allow_ri_compassion_centers_20090616_mds

  • New Hampshire

    On March 25, 2009, the New Hampshire House of Representatives passed legislation to allow the use of medical marijuana in the state. The must also pass through the state's Senate. The bill allows patients and caregivers to grow and possess six marijuana plants and 2 ounces of marijuana. A doctor must first certify that the patient has a chronic condition which would benefit from marijuana.USA Today: N.H. House votes to repeal death penalty, allow medical pot

  • Marijuana Facts

    1. Also called: Cannabis
    2. Slang terms: Weed, grass, pot, Mary Jane
    3. Effects: Euphoria, relaxation, appetite stimulation, tiredness, blood-shot eyes
    4. 20 million Americans use it per year
    5. 11 million use it regularly
    6. 80 million have used it during their lifetime
    7. Jewish religious law: Not kosher for Passover

  • Disclaimer

    Marijuana is still illegal under federal law, although it is legalized for medical use in fourteen states. The content in this page is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical or legal advice. Please do not think that just because it is legal in your state that you can freely smoke. You must have a medical card that allows you to smoke Marijuana

  • Movies about Marijuana or with Marijuana in them

    This is just a short list. If you can think of more feel free to send me a message/question.

    The 40-Year-Old Virgin
    Adventureland
    Alpha Dog
    The Breakfast Club
    Cheech & Chong's movies
    City Of God
    Dazed and Confused
    Dude, Where's My Car?
    Easy Rider
    Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back
    Knocked Up
    Next Friday
    Rolling Kansas
    Smiley Face

    And many more

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