Experts have a number of theories as to why the state’s medical marijuana program has experienced a 40% drop in participation. The number of people participating in the medical marijuana program in Oregon has dropped by about 40% this year, as more people opt to get their cannabis from recreational outlets rather than navigate the… Continue reading Medical Marijuana Participation Drastically Drops In Oregon
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Oregon Tries To Break Cycle Of Jailing People With Mental Health Issues
A new initiative was created to divert people with mental illness from the criminal justice system in Oregon. There’s been more attention given to the fact that a significant percentage of incarcerated Americans suffer from mental illness. “The vast majority of the individuals are not violent criminals,” according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness… Continue reading Oregon Tries To Break Cycle Of Jailing People With Mental Health Issues
Purdue Pharma Accused Of Targeting Seniors For Oxy Sales
The lawsuit claims Purdue had salespeople downplay the harmful risks and side effects of OxyContin. Oregon’s Department of Justice claims that pharmacy giant, Purdue Pharma, lied to the state and misled customers to drive sales. Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum filed a lawsuit against Purdue Pharma on Thursday, accusing the company of lying to the… Continue reading Purdue Pharma Accused Of Targeting Seniors For Oxy Sales