Debate Over Medical Marijuana

Pros and Cons of Medical Marijuana - Verywell Health

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Although marijuana has many benefits, there are still some downsides. Some of the arguments from those who oppose its use include: 1. Memory: Frequent marijuana use can seriously affect your short-term memory.9 2. Cognition: Frequent use can impair your cognitive (thinking) abilities. 3. Lung … See more

The Marijuana Debate | Dana Foundation

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The panel cited a recent nationwide survey which estimated that 22 million Americans aged 12 and older had used marijuana in the …

Medical Marijuana - Pros & Cons - ProCon.org

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The largest support among age groups for medical marijuana comes from those aged 18-29 (94%) and 65-74 (93%). However, no age group dropped below 85% …

Top 10 Pro & Con Arguments - Medical Marijuana

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Is marijuana safe and effective as medicine? | National …

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The potential medicinal properties of marijuana and its components have been the subject of research and heated debate for decades. THC itself has proven medical benefits in …

The Country’s Evolving Marijuana Debate - The New …

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Mr. Rogers said that he’d been struck by Mr. Fetterman’s decision in 2019 to tour all 67 counties in the state to discuss marijuana legalization. “He got a lot of traction in the center of ...

The Debate Over Medical Marijuana | Encyclopedia.com

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Between 1996 and 2001, several developments occurred that have repeatedly brought the medical cannabis debate to the attention of the American public. First, beginning in …

In Debate Over Legalizing Marijuana, Disagreement …

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A new survey finds that 53% favor the legal use of marijuana, while 44% are opposed. As recently as 2006, just 32% supported marijuana legalization, while nearly twice as many (60%) …

Marijuana as Medicine?: The Science Beyond the …

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In addition to providing an up-to-date review of the science behind the medical marijuana debate, Mack and Joy also answer common questions about the legal status of …

Voices From Both Sides of the Medical Marijuana …

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Medical marijuana helps reduce or control symptoms associated with a variety of illnesses, such as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, cancer and multiple sclerosis. Other prescription drugs on the market – …