Marijuana is still illegal in most states due to a prohibition that was instituted in 1937. Meanwhile, there are a few states that have already implemented medical marijuana laws due to the work of some organizations and individuals in diffusing knowledge of the uses of marijuana for medical purposes.

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Advocates of medical marijuana maintain that cannabis can be used as a natural medicine that is a safe alternative to treatments that rely on toxic chemicals. Supporting this contention is the fact that many cultures have a long history of using cannabis as a form of treatment. At present, however, there is still insufficient data to derive any solid conclusions about its safety and efficacy in treating diseases and alleviating symptoms.

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Still, cannabis is currently being used for various treatments to improve the quality of lives of patients. With its various effects, medical marijuana has become part of a series of treatments that are aimed at alleviating symptoms such as chronic pain, anxiety, and depression.





Cannabis has been found to benefit groups of people with certain diseases. For example, it has been used to help cancer patients who were suffering from nausea and vomiting due to the effects of chemotherapy, AIDS patients who had problems with their appetite, and multiple sclerosis sufferers who experience violent muscle spasms and shaking. Its efficacy in easing certain discomfort has helped many people gain a better quality of life.



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Find out more about the medical uses of marijuana through the DOC420 website.

