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Is Weed Legal in Virginia? (Legalization Guide)

Medical marijuana has long been a contentious topic of debate. Due to its illegal status, there has been much debate concerning its potential for healing and its ability to relieve those suffering from crippling ailments. This has led to uncertainty regarding whether or not it should be used as a treatment. Let's start with its legality and learn everything you need to know about it. Is weed legal in Virginia ? Yes! Virginia has legalised marijuana for medical use. Virginia has decriminalised medical marijuana for those who meet the requirements. Cannabis use for recreational or adult reasons is illegal as of June 30, 2021. Nevertheless, it is acceptable for individuals to possess up to 4 marijuana plants and no more than 28 grammes (1 ounce). It is important to remember that marijuana became legal in Virginia in July 2020. The maximum fine for anybody caught with up to one ounce of marijuana is $25. Virginia’s Cannabis Legislation History! In 1979, Virginia passed the nation's...

D.C. Council Approves Bill to Allow All Residents 21+ to Self-Certify as Medical Cannabis Patients

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 The law allowing citizens 21 and older to self-certify as medical cannabis patients has been approved by the DC Council. Patients who use marijuana in Washington, DC, are hearing a new announcement buzz their doors. Council in Washington, DC, approves a bill allowing residents over 21 to certify their own medical marijuana use. Washington DC decriminalized medical cannabis access in 2010 when patients had to   obtain a doctor’s recommendation  and a govt-issued ID card to access the medical cannabis legally. However, the council has approved emergency legalisation that will allow adults to buy medical cannabis without first consulting a doctor. The DC Council gave its approval on Tuesday to a proposal allowing citizens to "SELF-CERTIFY" that they need medical marijuana. What was the catch earlier, and how will this change help? In 2010, DC legalised access to medical marijuana treatment, requiring patients to acquire recommendations from state-licensed physicians in orde...

Can Medical Marijuana Help in Treating Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

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ALS   is an acronym for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis refers to a progressive neurodegenerative illness, which affects the brain and spinal cord’s nerve cells. This disease causes muscle control loss that generally begins with weakness in a limb, slurred speech, or muscle twitching. Symptoms of ALS The symptoms of the illness vary from person to person based on which neurons are affected. However, the common symptoms of the health condition include: Difficulty walking Performing daily activities Falling and tripping Hand weakness Weakness in feet, legs, or ankles Inappropriate laughing, yawning, or crying Trouble swallowing Slurred speech Behavioral and cognitive changes Muscle cramps Twitching in shoulders, arms, and tongue Clumsiness Causes of ALS The ailment by and large influences the nerve cells which control willful muscle developments like talking and strolling. The sickness prompts engine neurons logically decaying and later kicking the bucket. These engine neurons stretch...