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US Federal Government Is Thwarting Proper Marijuana Research, Report Claims

Submitted by Marijuana News on Tue, 06/28/2016 - 08:45

Marijuana is still categorized as more dangerous than cocaine, methamphetamine, and PCP.

Marijuana continues to gain its status as an effective treatment for a number of health conditions, from epilepsy to the severe pain experienced by chronic cancer patients. As of today, 23 states, as well as the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, have legalized Cannabis sativa to benefit people suffering from a number of medical conditions.

In fact, a recent poll conducted by the New England Journal of Medicine reveals that the majority of physicians in the US — over 75 percent — believe that medical cannabis is a safe and effective treatment for a range of mental and physical health conditions.

However, according to a new paper published in Science, the federal government may be hindering researchers’ abilities to conduct proper research on the risks and benefits of medical...

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