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Researchers Discover How Marijuana Compound Reduces Tumor Growth In Cancer Patients
July 16th, 2014 – Scientists have long known that compounds derived from marijuana have some cancer fighting properties, but a recent discovery demonstrates how exactly one compound may fight tumors. Published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry, the research reveals two previously unknown “signaling platforms” in cells that allow THC, the psychoactive ingredient in cannabis…
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First CBD Law in Nation Goes Into Effect
July 12th, 2014 – The first CBD-only medical cannabis legislation went into effect in Utah on July 8 as the state began issuing the first “Hemp Extracts Registry” cards. Utah’s HB 105, which was signed into law by Governor Herbert in March, exempts possession of hemp extracts that are greater than 15 percent cannabidiol (CBD)…
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Cannabis Effects on PTSD: Can smoking Medical Marijuana Reduce Symptoms?
May 22nd, 2014 – Clinical research from New Mexico supports a conclusion that smoking cannabis [marijuana] is associated with PTSD symptom reduction in some patients. The study, published in the newest special issue of Journal of Psychoactive Drugs, was mentioned in a presentation on the topic of medical marijuana to the New Mexico Legislative Health…
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Alzheimer’s Prevention Starts with Marijuana, According to British Journal
May 14th, 2014 – A paper published by the British Journal of Pharmacology suggests that the chemical compounds in marijuana likely prevent the onset of Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, Huntington’s disease, and age-related dementia. Chronic brain inflammation, oxidative stress, and intra-cellular dysfunction are the primary reasons why people develop these debilitating neurological diseases. The study…
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Medical Marijuana in Treatment of Certain Brain Diseases: Experts Weigh In
April 28th, 2014 – review by the American Academy of Neurology of available scientific research on the use of medical marijuana in brain diseases finds certain forms of medical marijuana can help treat some symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS), but do not appear to be helpful in treating drug-induced (levodopa) movements in Parkinson’s disease. Not…
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‘I’m going to cure it with cannabis!’ Stoner comedy star Tommy Chong claims he will beat cancer using hemp oil
June 11, 2012 – Miracle cure? Tommy Chong has claimed he will beat prostate cancer using hemp oil. He shot to fame as one half of comedy stoner duo Cheech and Chong. And now comedian Tommy Chong has revealed he is treating his early stage prostate cancer with hemp oil. He revealed his condition during…
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Michigan: Medical Marijuana as a Treatment for Cancer
September 30th, 2011 – FERNDALE — When his cancer came back for a fifth time, Michael McShane was desperate for treatment outside of traditional medicine. The last time squamous cell carcinoma left lumpy tumors around his mouth, doctors cut it away and reconstructed his bottom lip by turning out a portion of its inner layer.…
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Skin Cancer Patient Says Oil From Medical Marijuana Is A Cure
September 8, 2011 – A Ferndale man claims he’s found a cure for his cancer and it’s now legal in Michigan. Michael McShane claims he’s been using a topical oil made from medical marijuana on the skin cancer on his forehead and in just over two months it’s nearly gone. “I’ve got biopsies, chart notes,…
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A Medicinal Pot Patch For Pets Coming Soon
August 25, 2011 – A Seattle company has developed a marijuana pain patch for use on dogs, cats and horses suffering from arthritis, cancer, and other chronic pain. The company, Medical Marijuana Delivery Systems (MMDS), acquired a patent for the patch which was developed in 2000 by Walter Cristobal of the Santa Ana Pueblo Tribe…
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Top 5 Mental Conditions Treated With Medical Marijuana
August 12, 2011 – Sufferers of many different types of ailments have found relief with the use of medical marijuana, but most particularly those afflicted with mental conditions. When paired with a good psychiatrist, with an accredited psychology degree, medical marijuana is a very effective and natural remedy. Below you will find the top five…