As the vote nears, Church policy looms large in a state where more than 60% of residents identify as Mormon. When Brian Stoll fractured his back in college, he was put on opioid painkillers to manage his discomfort. The pills helped, but Stoll was wary of becoming addicted. He wanted a more natural pain relief… Continue reading Utah Medical Marijuana Vote Creates Rift Among Mormons
Tag: marijuana use
Employment Rights For Legal Marijuana Users Addressed In New Bill
Under the proposed legislation, federal employees living in pot-friendly states won’t be penalized for their cannabis use. New legislation proposed in the House of Representatives would protect federal employees from getting fired for using cannabis. The bipartisan bill—the Fairness in Federal Drug Testing Under State Laws Act—was introduced by Rep. Charlie Crist and Rep. Drew… Continue reading Employment Rights For Legal Marijuana Users Addressed In New Bill
Widow Denied Benefits Because Husband Used Pot
“I am frustrated with the system that is saying because he smoked a legal substance, we are going to take away your benefits from you and your kids.” The widow of a Colorado worker killed in a ski lift accident is being denied half of the workers’ compensation benefits that she would normally be entitled… Continue reading Widow Denied Benefits Because Husband Used Pot
Canada Legalizes Marijuana In Historic Vote
Residents are expected to be able to purchase marijuana from licensed producers as early as mid-September 2018. Canada became the second country in the world to legalize marijuana after the passage of its Cannabis Act in a 52-59 vote on Tuesday, June 19. Canadian adults will be allowed to carry and share up to 30 grams… Continue reading Canada Legalizes Marijuana In Historic Vote
Marijuana's Unknown Health Impact Leaves Experts Concerned
The drug’s Schedule I designation has limited research on the effects of cannabis and one expert says this is cause for major concern. Sixty-one percent of Americans now believe that marijuana should be legalized, but one expert says that among growing acceptance of the drug, people need to remain aware that cannabis can cause real health… Continue reading Marijuana's Unknown Health Impact Leaves Experts Concerned
How US Public Schools Are Taking Action Against The Opioid Crisis
From drug searches to peer-support groups, schools across the nation are taking a number of approaches to combat the opioid epidemic. Some high schools aren’t wasting time and are confronting the opioid crisis head-on. According to CBS 6 News, Shenendehowa High School in Clifton Park, New York is one such school. At the high school,… Continue reading How US Public Schools Are Taking Action Against The Opioid Crisis