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In response, the Clinton administration reiterated its firm opposition to the medical use of cannabis, and threatened to revoke the prescription-writing abilities of doctors who recommend or prescribe the drug. [42] [43] Additionally, threats were made to criminally prosecute physicians, and ban them from participating in Medicare and Medicaid ...
In the United States, health insurance companies may not pay for a medical marijuana prescription as the Food and Drug Administration must approve any substance for medicinal purposes. Before this can happen, the FDA must first permit the study of the medical benefits and drawbacks of the substance, which it has not done since it was placed on ...
On November 30, 2011, Washington State Governor Christine Gregoire announced the filing of a petition [70] [71] with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration asking the agency to reclassify marijuana as a Schedule 2 drug, which will allow its use for treatment – prescribed by doctors and filled by pharmacists. Gov.
More and more states are legalizing marijuana for medical and/or recreational use. High blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart attack and stroke. Stage 1 hypertension is defined as a ...
Even the New York Times editorial board, which acknowledged marijuana's medical potential, thought the Clinton administration had "little choice but to insist that Federal drug statutes be enforced."
It’s easier than ever for doctors to prescribe a key medicine for opioid addiction since the U.S. government lifted an obstacle last year. But despite the looser restrictions and the ongoing ...
Since 2011, prosecutors can choose not to prosecute possession of small quantities of cannabis for personal use if it is a first offense or if the person is drug dependent. [204] Possession of large quantities of drugs can result in up to 10 years in prison. [205] Portugal: Decriminalized up to 25 g (7 ⁄ 8 oz) of herb or 5 g (3 ⁄ 16 oz) of ...
The Cherokee nation has yet to issue medical marijuana cards and already some North Carolina doctors won’t — or can’t — sign the necessary paperwork to buy the first batch of legal weed in ...