...How Medical Cannabis Affects Chronic Pain Do you suffer from chronic pain? You're not alone. Chronic pain is typically characterized as pain that endures for more than twelve weeks—the amount of time it usually takes for the body to heal itself from wounds and injuries. Studies show that one in every five Canadians suffer from chronic pain, with the aging population being more acutely affected. These numbers are concerning, no matter who you are or how you currently feel. If you're not affected by chronic pain now, you may be plagued by it in the future. At the very least, you might encounter a friend or support a loved one living with the realities of long-term pain. Chronic pain comes in many forms: Headaches and migraines, backaches, joint...
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...Matt Daniele Professor Kaven COMM 110 2/26/17 Benefits of Medical Cannabis Introduction Attention Getter: Imagine waking up in a hospital and finding out that you have a serious injury, disease, or life changing disorder. The doctors tell you that you have no options other than a life threatening surgery or harmful medication. What if I told you those doctors were wrong, and you could treat yourself for free? Psychological Orientation: Medical Cannabis has many positive benefits. Cannabis is a cheaper alternative to medications with harmful side effects. Cannabis has little to no side effects in many people, with the exception of being drawn to the refrigerator. Logical Orientation: Today I am going to talk to you about the benefits of using cannabis. I will do this in 3 main points: what cannabis is, how it reduces chronic pain, and...
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...die of cancer, approximately 1,600 people every day. Medical Cannabis used to treat these patients are saving lives, giving them the ability to fight back the illness, taking away the pain and bringing peace to those who need it most. Medical Cannabis has helped thousands of people with more than just Cancer, Cannabis helps Epilepsy, Multiple sclerosis, Tumors, Arthritis, Cystic Fibrosis, the list can literally go on forever, yet it is still illegal in more than 25 states. Medical Marijuana is a class 1 illegal drug which permits free use and the ability to be prescribed by Doctors. Cannabis has 480 chemicals with 66 cannabinoids,that are unique to the plant chemicals that have infinite potential of positive medical miracles; alone each one has its own benefits but together as one cohesive item it is ,as said by: Federal Judge...
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...Current Events, Ethical Dilemma ISHER PANDHER Grand Canyon University Current Events, Ethical Dilemma Legalization of medical marijuana was passed by Arizona voters on November 2, 2010. Arizona became the 15th state in the United States where marijuana can be obtained by patients with debilitating medical conditions such as cancer, Aids, and multiple sclerosis. The Arizona Department of Health Services plans to issue about 125 certificates to people who are interested in running medical-marijuana dispensaries. Legalization of the herb is a starting point for getting the medicinal help to the ones in need but there are also numerous issues. There is evidence that marijuana can relieve certain types of pain, nausea, vomiting and other symptoms caused by such illnesses as multiple sclerosis, cancer and AIDS. Several recent studies, including the one from the Scripps Research Institute, shows that TCH, the chemical in marijuana responsible for the high, can help slow the progress of Alzheimer’s disease. (In fact, it seems to block the formation of disease-causing plaques better than several mainstream drugs.) Other studies have shown THC to be very effective antinausea treatment for people for whom conventional medications aren’t working. Medical cannabis has also shown promise relieving pain in patients with multiple sclerosis and reducing intraocular pressure in glaucoma patients. Marijuana has also been known to help with such diseases as seizures, migraines, obsessive...
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...have a friend that lost her battle with cancer I was there to see how this disease was tearing her apart and how the use of Marijuana help to ease her pain. Although her doctor did not prescribe medical marijuana as a relief for her pain and discomfort, she was able to self-medicate. It tore me up inside to see my dear friend hold on to life in such pain and discomfort. Oh but the days when she was able to help herself to a remedy(Marijuana) what a joy to see some of her old-self come out to play. One of the most famous quote of all times pertaining to Marijuana is “I tried marijuana once. I did not inhale.” (Bill Clinton). I found this to be funny and so untrue. How can you say that you smoked weed but you didn’t inhale? Yeah right that like putting a lollipop in your mouth and not licking it. I can-not understand how the remaining States have not legalized marijuana for medicinal purposes. There are so many diseases and ailments that medical marijuana has help to ease the pain and discomfort People suffering from chronic illnesses such as Parkinson’s disease, Cancer and autism related diseases have shown incredible improvement in their medical condition by taking the medical marijuana. I wonder how many people know that medical marijuana can also help a person with glaucoma this is a condition where the damage is to the eye’s optic nerve. The optic nerve is connected to the retina a layer of light-sensitive tissue lining...
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...negative side effects that come with drug usage then I do feel as though certain drug use would definitely pose a problem if legalized. Let’s take the current event of legalizing marijuana as an example. In my opinion as a holistic healthcare practitioner, I would love to see marijuana legalized nationwide not only for medical usage but for recreational usage also. Medicinal marijuana can relieve symptoms associated with illnesses such a multiple sclerosis, cancer, AIDS, glaucoma, dementia and it can do so with remarkable safety (an invaluable asset that no pharmaceutical drug can provide). Furthermore, there is evidence in research that shows marijuana’s medicinal properties are able to protect the body against some types of tumors by inhibiting their growth and is also neuroprotective meaning it can be regenerative to the nervous system. Marijuana also has anti-inflammatory properties, which can greatly help ease pain. I think if the general public as well as the higher ups within the judicial system/government become more educated in the various forms of medicinal marijuana consumption other than smoking, then they would be more accepting of using marijuana for medical purposes. I also think that legalizing marijuana for recreational purposes and placing a tax on it would be extremely beneficial for each state to bring in millions of dollars in potential yearly revenue. Now who is going to argue with that?! I am pleased to see the progression across our county with the legalization...
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...Medical Marijuana Part 2 Most people ask, "Why should medical marijuana be legal?" Medical marijuana is a drug that people used to help them with muscle spasms from sclerosis, nausea from cancer chemotherapy. Also, Medical Marijuana helps people with weight loss caused by an illness such as HIV, seizure, Crohn's disease, and some people like the feeling. For the majority of people that like the way medical marijuana make them feel uses it illegally mainly gets it from the streets. People who use medical marijuana for medical problems gets' it from the dispensary when a person have to have a Medical Marijuana health card to get it legally without the law being involved. Most people say, "Marijuana isn't a drug because it's a plant; it grew from a seed and dirt. Other than crack and cocaine that a person have to make and cook." Medical Marijuana is also addictive but, it shouldn't be a crime, the side effects isn't harmless. According to Anne Harding (November 04, 2013)" Side effects of marijuana that usually don’t last long can include: Dizziness, Drowsiness, Short-term memory loss, and Euphoria." Since marijuana does not have a harmless side effect, it shouldn't be illegal. The state/ government can make more money by taking it out of taxes they should be happy that it's another form for them to get paid. Furthermore, Marijuana should be legalized for medical Purposes, to help states make more money, and to eliminate it as a criminal activity. ...
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...Decriminalize the use of Marijuana American cultural views are in flux. Marijuana, once depicted as a menace to society in the classic film “Reefer Madness” is now considered to be a panacea for a multitude of health issues. While it is debatable that usage leads to more powerful drugs it is certain that the tax revenue generated by the sale of marijuana has been a financial boom to the western states that have implemented newer regulation. The time has come to unclutter the court system and move into the 21st century and decriminalize the personal and medicinal use of marijuana. Marijuana is a very widely used illegal drug in the world today. Marijuana was made illegal through prohibition in 1905. Before 1905 you could go into any local drug store and purchase marijuana (Stuart). Marijuana is a natural remedy for many illnesses. According to many users medicinal marijuana offers relief from pain related to cancer, AIDS and multiple sclerosis. Said side effects, that are psychological, include hallucinations, mood swings and impaired judgment. Some consider marijuana a drug that would lead to other drug dependences, but this has not been scientifically proven. There has been millions of dollars spent to reduce the use of illegal drugs in the United States (Hausk 14). This type of spending is one reason to push to decimalize marijuana. “According to a 2010 study from Cato, legalizing marijuana would regulate the system and offer rehabilitation service to those addicted...
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...drugs and is still considered illegal under the federal laws in the United States. Some states such as California have passed laws allowing marijuana legal to smoke and sell. The medical marijuana is to use for medicinal purposes and can only be prescribed by a doctor. Researchers and scientists support the use of marijuana as a medical drug. Some people like patients may view this positively, because the medical marijuana actually worked on them as they get a lot better. Despite some viewpoints in favor of the use of marijuana, it is still an unethical use of the drug, because there are still negative effects of using marijuana. Even though patients who are suffering from illness or disease and are using medical marijuana, patients viewed that it helps them feel better. With the increase of medical marijuana, the worldwide report estimates between 200 and 300 million people are now smoking marijuana (Earleywine 29). With 40% of the public using marijuana as medicine, it has changed the needs and values of our society. The use of medical marijuana can treat patients with many different ailments such as pain, nausea, vomiting, and AIDS. It can be used as treatment itself and to help patients with accepted treatments to find the cure for their conditions (Clark 40). Patients had to pay less for medical marijuana less than other medication drugs (Earleywine 181). Medicinal marijuana makes it an easy, affordable, and accessible solution in fourteen states allowing the use of medicinal...
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...Leigh Ann Holt English 102 Professor Leland May 1, 2013 Barrett, D. (2009, Feb. 7) Change in U.S. Medical Marijuana policy likely The Times West Virginian Retrieved 4, 29, 2013 From, http//:timeswv.com/headline news/x681698441/change-in-us-medical-marijuana-policy-1 Of a hoping change in U.S. medical marijuana policy likely, (The Times West Virginian, 2009), the White House and Drug Enforcement Administration wont say for sure, but there could be some changes made. In 2009 it was said that, “ Experts believe the Obama Administration will change the strategy and possibly the law on medical marijuana.”(A.P. Blood, M. 2009). “The president believes that federal resources should not be used to circumvent state laws, and as he continues to appoint senior leadership to fill out the ranks of the Federal Government, he expects them to review their policy with that in mind”. Said White House spokesman Nick Shapiro (Barrett, D. 2009). So far thirteen states have laws permitting the use of medical marijuana: California for instance, is unique for the presence of dispensaries, and businesses that sell marijuana. Even though; dispensaries are illegal under federal law. It may be the law, “ but contradicts the medical marijuana position of the new president”. (Barrett, D. 2009). Over time the Obama...
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...will become taxable, it will come with conditions, and that the war on illegal drugs will be one drug less. There consist many conditions that come with formerly illegal inhibitors. For example alcohol was an illegal substance and the way it was abused when it was outlawed drastically changed from the way it is abused now. To elaborate now that alcohol is legal, there are conditions such as the drinking age and the tax that comes with purchasing it. As such many individuals in society drink themselves to poverty. The same predicament can occur with marijuana which will obviously lessen its usage. Another factor is that with it becoming a government regulated substance majority of society will be shackled to the government by more than a medical marijuana card, which addicts tend to use to abuse the marijuana supplied. “Already earning California about $14 billion a year, it has been estimated that legalizing marijuana could generate anywhere between $1.5 and $4 billion (from taxing the drug) in revenue for California, a boost that we most undeniably need.” (Wolff, 2009) This means that adding marijuana as a taxable substance will drastically increase profits for California by about ten percent to 35 percent. This in turn will spur the economy which is in a drastic slump, even...
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...controversial topics in the U.S today. Many say that it has medicinal benefits and should be made legal. While many say that it has a “high potential for abuse” (Medical) and should remain illegal. Among the arguments, proponents for medical marijuana have presented a stronger argument for legalization through their use of research and evidence. Opponents of medical marijuana have given many reasons for why it should not be legalized. One of the main reasons they argue is that “Marijuana smoke contains known carcinogens and produces dependency in users” (Medical). In many studies it has shown that it does have some harm such as the harms associated with smoking, but the National Academy of Science affirmed that “marijuana’s short term medical benefits outweigh any smoking-related harms for some patients”(Medical). Though marijuana has been proven to be damaging to the lungs than tobacco, a study in 2006 “found no evidence that marijuana smokers had higher rates of lung cancer” (Medical Marijuana). The FDA has tested the effectiveness of marijuana and has found that the cannabinoids are helpful in “treating pain associated with chemotherapy, postoperative recovery, and spinal cord injury, as well as neuropathic pain, which is often experienced by patients with metastatic cancer, multiple sclerosis,[and] diabetes” (Medical Marijuana). There is also no evidence shown that patients who use marijuana become addicted. Though the opposing side argues this, they show no evidence in...
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...Medical Marijuana In 1972, the United States put marijuana in Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. They believed it had no probable medical use. Since that time 23 states as well as Washington DC have legalizes the use of medical marijuana. The legalization of Marijuana has been an ongoing topic for the past couple of years in the United States. Several different opinions have been made but ultimately it comes down to people who are pro marijuana and those who oppose it. Some argue that medical marijuana is safe and effective for several different diseases such as cancer, AIDS, glaucoma etc. Although marijuana use has been around for ages and probably has done more to help then hurt many people do not want to see it legalized. People who are opposed to the legalization fear that it is dangerous and leads to harder drug use. This argument is has been presented quite often. Health classroom across the United States teach children that marijuana is a gateway drug. Some of the other reasons for not legalizing marijuana are that if legalized for medicinal use recreational use will spike, especially among teens and adolescents. However, studies have proven that inaccurate. According to a study by the National bureau of Economic Research concluded that there was no significant increase in pot use by teenagers who lived in states where it was legalized. I personally believe that medical marijuana should be legalized. It seems to have helped more than it has hurt. I honestly...
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...Tracey Blackwell 07/23/2014 Medical Marijuana Can Marijuana Be a Medicine? “In April 2010, the Children, Families, Health, and Human Services Interim Committee decided to review issues related to the Montana Medical Marijuana Act. The committee acted in response to questions being raised across the state because of the growth in the number of people registered to use medical marijuana and to grow marijuana for medical purposes.” According to what I have read and understand from this committee in Montana, they wanted to try and have stricter rules placed as to how much a person can receive medical marijuana a month, who can grow it and dispense it, where it can be used by the patients, and the qualifications needed to use it. These are just the few things they wanted to look into, changed and got approved. Given what I have just learned from this I do not see the problem with medical marijuana. It is like all other medical drugs being given to patients. People complain that it should not be legalized because it is addicting or it will make it easier for people to obtain. You’ll hear about people lying to their doctors in order to get a hold of it and sell it. The thing is that it is no different from many other medical drugs. Many drugs, like Oxycodone/Acetaminophen (Percocet), are very addicting drugs. Marijuana is more of an emotional addiction compared to medical drugs that can cause a physical addiction. Drugs like these are obtained...
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...Legalizing Medical Marijuana Should Medical Marijuana be legal? Marijuana is medicine. It has been used for thousands of years to treat a wide variety of ailments. However the United States government says the marijuana use is addictive and it is harmful. So the government makes it illegal even though alcohol and drugs of nicotine which used in cigarettes are legal. Why is it ok that medical marijuana may be legal in some states but not in others? The legalization of medical marijuana in United States would drastically reduce pain sufferers in our society. Legalizing medical marijuana benefits society by helping decrease government spending, and reduce health care costs. Marijuana, in its natural form, is one of the safest therapeutically active substances known. Just think to ourselves, is it ethical to deny a person who is having chemotherapy or radiation for cancer, a way to relieve nauseaness and pain caused from treatments? Is it ethical to deny a dying person in pain, get the relief from pain and get comfort? Is it ethical to deny someone who has chronic pain or debilitating pain a medicine that can relieve pain? Who has the right to do this? Even though the government does, it is unethical. Marijuana is a natural alternative medicine to help all these issues. The medicines the doctors have to prescribe, for pain like narcotics, have acetaminophen in them which can cause liver damage or even failures are more susceptible to be abused and addicting. There...
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