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April 27, 2019  |  By Barb Martz In Marijuana in The News

Substitution of Opioids With Cannabis Not Recommended for Treating Addiction

Substitution of Opioids With Cannabis Not Recommended for Treating Addiction

 

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Although the legal age to purchase marijuana in both Colorado and Washington is 21, teens are easily able to get ahold of marijuana edibles, according to parents, educators and doctors. They are also using ‘Shatter", a marijuana concentrate that is heated and inhaled through a special device. Some products average 68% THC, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana. … See MoreSee Less

Colorado and Washington See Increase in Teen Use of Potent Marijuana – Partnership News Service from the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids

Colorado and Washington, the first two states to legalize recreational marijuana, are seeing an increase in teen use of highly potent marijuana, The Washington Post reports.

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The marijuana industry denies following in the footsteps of Big Tobacco and the alcohol industry……these dabbing rigs tell us that they are. The tobacco and alcohol industries have a history of marketing to children with kid friendly products and packaging. … See MoreSee Less

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Patrick J. Kennedy is calling on the nation to take action following the death of his cousin, Saoirse Kennedy Hill.
The former Rhode Island Congressman, 52, opened up to NBC Nightly News on Friday, where he emphasized the need for more attention on mental health after his cousin, who spoke candidly about her battle with depression, died from an apparent overdose. … See MoreSee Less

Patrick Kennedy Calls for More Attention on Mental Health Issues After Cousin Saoirse’s Death

Patrick J. Kennedy, who is the son of Ted Kennedy, spoke to Saoirse’s courage in a heartfelt message earlier on Friday

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