Medical Marijuana Case Study

The two main cannabinoids in Cannabis are THC and CBD and both have been scientifically proven as well as FDA approved to provide several medical benefits that assist in the argument in legalizing medical marijuana. According to an article on drugabuse.gov, “THC increases appetite and reduces nausea and may also decrease pain, inflammation, and muscle control problems. CBD is a cannabinoid that may be useful in reducing pain and inflammation, controlling epileptic seizures, and possibly even treating mental illness and addictions.” These two main cannabinoids have been proven to provide patients with several medical benefits that other drugs cannot provide and that may not be safe or have safe side-effects. Since medical marijuana has so many medical benefits that it can provide as a benefit to so many patients, including cancer patients, by killing certain cancer cells and slowing its growth down then it would only be fair to legalize it throughout the United States for the sake of every patient’s health (drugabuse.gov). As stated before, medical marijuana is also a safer alternative to a variety of other drugs which is another reason as to why it should be

As more effective treatments for diseases and cancers are being developed, a safe and promising drug is being under attack for its many misconceptions. Marijuana use of both medicinally and recreationally, has been hindered by the misconceptions it has faced due to it being on the schedule 1 drug class of the U.S government. These misconceptions of medical marijuana have hindered its legalization by having people continue to believe them, refusing to learn the beneficial properties of medical marijuana, and as a result have affected people who could benefit from this form of treatment.

In 2017, a total of 29 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico allow for comprehensive medical marijuana and cannabis programs (National Conference of State Legislature, 2017). Patient registries are in effect for states with medical marijuana laws which provide protection against arrest for possession of marijuana for a personal medicinal use (National Conference of State Legislature, 2017). California, for example, issues identifying medical marijuana users and allows them to purchase the drug openly at certain clinics (Hanrahan, Frey, & Davidson, 2015). Federally, marijuana is classified as a Schedule I substance under the Controlled Substances Act (National Conference of State Legislature, 2017). This designation provides strict regulations regarding its use and distribution. Schedule I substances are considered to have a high potential for dependency and have no accepted medical use (National Conference of State Legislature,

Medical marijuana is a much healthier alternative to narcotics in most cases for the use of pain in treatments such as epilepsy, nausea relief, multiple sclerosis, post-traumatic stress disorder, and cancer.  Two of the main cannabinoids in medical marijuana are: delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidoil (CBD).  CBD is the compound that has significant medical benefits and the fact that CBD-rich cannabis is non-psychoactive or less psychoactive than THC-dominant strains, makes it an awesome option for people in search of relief from: inflammation, pain, anxiety, seizures, spasms, and many other conditions as well.  On the other hand, the two most

Marijuana has long been a schedule one drug in the United States of America. Starting in the 1930’s marijuana was demonized1 and quickly placed on the list of illegal substances in America in 1937. Many say that this demonization was a result of racism (most marijuana users at the time were Mexican and African-American) and a propaganda campaign propagated by William Randolph Hearst, who aimed to eliminate a growing threat, to the paper industry he controlled, from the hemp industry. Medicinal marijuana is currently one of the most widely debated topics in America and average Americans are learning about the beneficial uses of marijuana and the hemp crop. Twenty-three states and Washington D.C. have already approved medical marijuana and states

Growing up I had a friend named Todd. He lived down the road from me, about 2 streets down. Todd use to stay at my house three or four nights a week. I never knew why, it didn’t bother me in fact, it was like having another brother. We did everything together, played on the same football team, played video games together, and went on vacationing together. To Todd my parents were his parents, they did everything he wished his parents would do. It wasn’t until high school that I finally asked Todd why he didn’t like staying at home. His response will stick with me forever. He said he didn’t like being at home because his parents were always high and because of this they would never talk to him, cook for him, or spend any amount of time with him.

Twenty-five states and the capital of the United States, Washington D.C. have legalized the use of medical marijuana. This poses a problem for employers that have a strict zero tolerance drug policy while abiding by the Americans with Disabilities Act. For example, an employee can be prescribed medical marijuana by their doctor to relieve certain diseases or symptoms such as cancer and migraines. The objective of this paper is to discuss and illustrate the right of an employer to apply their drug policy and not be required to accommodate an employee and/or applicant’s need for medical marijuana.

The legalization of marijuana has been a debate in the public eye within the United States for quite some time now; however, as time progresses many states continue to pass legislation. As of, March 2017, 26 states and the District of Columbia have laws legalizing marijuana use in some fashion and 24 remaining states with pending legislation. Although states are in debate for legalization it remains that federal law still prohibits any form of usage, selling, or buying. Federal law supersedes state law on this issue as it is written, “Legalizing Marijuana: Why Citizens Should Just Say No” from the Legal Memorandum Published by the Heritage Foundation,

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Studies in the past few years have shown that medical marijuana would be incredibly beneficial to those battling several different kinds of medical conditions. The term medical marijuana refers to utilizing the “whole, unprocessed marijuana plant or its basic extracts” to treat or suppress the symptoms of certain medical conditions (National Institute “Marijuana as Medicine”). Two FDA-approved medications have emerged out of the scientific study of cannabinoids, the chemicals in marijuana. These medications “contain cannabinoid chemicals in pill form,” and with more research, more medications will be formulated (National Institute “Marijuana as Medicine”). From the marijuana plant, THC and CBD are the two main cannabinoid medical interests. The benefits from THC are that it reduces nausea caused from certain illnesses and increases appetite, and decreases pain, inflammation, and muscle control problems. CBD, unlike THC, “is a cannabinoid that [does not] make people high.” Research on CBD suggests that CBD may be beneficial to those battling with pain and inflammation, epileptic seizures, and mental illnesses and addictions (National Institute “Marijuana as Medicine”). Multiple medical conditions such as anxiety, epilepsy, Parkinson’s Disease, glaucoma, arthritis, Crohn's Disease, and chronic pain can all be treated by cannabis.

As the sun began to rise, on the morning of November 9, 2016, most Californians, awoke with a new profound sense of freedom to get high. For the simple reason that, the day before, most citizens throughout California voted yes on Proposition 64, which legalized recreational marijuana for adults over 21 years of age. However, I voted no to legalize recreational marijuana, this was due to my values and faith, but most importantly, for the simple reason that, it will negatively impact law enforcement agencies, as well as, communities. Secondly, studies have indicated that using marijuana on a regular basis can affect a person both mentally and physically. Nevertheless,

When it comes to applying workplace regulation to medical marijuana, the issue is largely unfamiliar to most employers and their policies have not been altered to adjust to the legal implications of the drug usage for medicinal purposes or only address illicit use. In Michigan, business owners are under federal and state legal obligation to comply with drug laws. The question of companies breaking the law by allowing for employees to come to work under the influence is challenging in that the answer is yes, but the state laws enable users, but if caught at the federal level, a citizen could face jail time and legal consequences. The laws are still in place until reformed by Congress; time will tell if this change will occur and what that will mean for other drugs. So long as each state complies with their specific medical marijuana statutes and still enforces other illicit drug policies, the protections are in place.

Many states around the world have legalised marijuana. Researchers have revealed the benefits of medical marijuana and the stigma associated with it is gradually declining. Marijuana has two active chemicals; cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) –which has pain relieving properties. There are countless benefits but the major ones are:

Respondents Angel Raich and Diane Monson are residents of California, were the Compassionate Act was passed by the California voter, this act allows the use of marijuana for medical purposes. Both residents suffer from a number of serious medical conditions and are being treated by licensed board-certified family practitioners. The practitioners believe that marijuana is the only effective drug available for their condition. Raich and Manson have been using marijuana for several years per their doctor’s recommendations, they both rely on cannabis on a daily basis. Raich’s physician believes that she will undergo server pain that could be fatal if she stop the cannabis treatments.

The legalization of marijuana for medical use is something that has been widely debated across the US for years, especially recently. While many see it as just another way for “stoners” and “hippies” to get high, millions of people nationwide rely on marijuana and its derivatives for pain management, cancer treatments, relief from anxiety and depression symptoms, and many other diseases. It has even been known to relieve nerve pressure and preserve the nerves damaged by diseases like glaucoma and multiple sclerosis (Tomida, 2004). Because of its numerous medical uses, there are scientists, public health officials, and policy makers who believe that medicinal marijuana could be the key to