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Medical Marijuana and Pain Relief No matter which part, organ, or system of the body is affected, many medical conditions cause noticeable discomfort and/or pain.  Chronic pain can have debilitating effects on your physical abilities, your hobbies and leisure activities, your job opportunities, your general mood and emotional state, and even your mobility. Some common causes of chronic pain in the United States include: Arthritis Back Pain Chronic Migraines Nerve Damage (Neuropathy) While traditional painkiller drugs such as morphine and oxycodone can be effective, they are also associated with a high risk of addiction and dependence, and can be dangerous or even...

What Are the Health Benefits of Medical Marijuana? Medical marijuana is a controversial topic.  In the ceaseless battle of clashing opinions among journalists, police departments, attorneys, medical doctors, social activists, and legislators, it’s all too easy to feel overwhelmed by media sensationalism and hyperbole.  Unfortunately, this means the people who stand to benefit most from the use of medical marijuana— individuals who suffer from serious health conditions — are never given the chance to make informed decisions based on fact and evidence. In truth, numerous studies published in renowned, peer-reviewed medical journals such as Neurology, Rheumatology, Annals of Internal Medicine, the American Journal of...