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Cannabis in Italy, it's History and current legislation.

 Cannabis in Italy is legal for medical and industrial uses. Strictly regulated, while it's decriminalized for recreational uses. in particular, the possession of small amounts of marijuana for private use may be a misdemeanor and it's subjected to fines, as well as the suspension of private documents (e.g. passports and driver's licenses). Nevertheless, unauthorized sale of cannabis-related products is against the law and punishable with imprisonment, . The licensed cultivation of cannabis for medical and industrial purposes requires the utilization of certified seeds, however there's no need for authorization so as to plant certified seeds with minimal levels of psychoactive compounds (a.k.a. cannabis light)   Background A 1914 USDA report described the Italian hemp because the highest-priced hemp fiber in both the American and European markets, noting that it had been obtained from plants almost like those cultivated in Kentucky at the time.  In the 1940s, Italy was

MEDICINAL USE OF CANNABIS IN ANCIENT EGYPT

 IN EGYPT, THE MEDICINAL USE OF CANNABIS DATES BACK THOUSANDS OF YEARS While many various primitive cultures cultivated cannabis, the traditional Egyptians set an example of a very holistic use of the plant. It's even possible that cannabis, Egyptian hieroglyphics called it shemshemet, became popular before the good Pyramids were built. The Chester Beatty papyri written around 1300 BC mentions shemshemet a minimum of twice and prescribed the crushed seeds of the plant as a valuable remedy Egypt's use of Shemshemet appears to be versatile on the one hand, hemp may are used for fiber and textile; on the opposite hand, the more psychoactive components of cannabis may are used for medical purposes. While many sources today seem to be authoritative in their claims that the traditional Egyptians used hemp for this and cannabis for that, further examination of the evidence is required . Let's take a journey through Egyptian history, which begins round the year 3000 BC. Cannabis in

Argentina to allow home-growing of marijuana for medicinal use

 ARGENTINE MINISTRY OF HEALTH to make  FINAL CHANGES TO LAW ON THE SALE OF CANNABIS IN PHARMACIES and residential GROWING Three years and a couple of months after the adoption of the law which allows medical use cannabis in Argentina, users who, until now, had to travel secretly , will now be ready to cultivate the cannabis plant reception or pip out in pharmacies. A draft regulation authorizes the sale in pharmacies and provides for culture and state production. The Minister of Health Ginés González García presented the project of the new law, during an internet conference, to organizations linked to cannabis, doctors and scientists. This document, which can be approved by the advisory council before the signing of President Alberto Fernández, underlines that Argentina State seeks to supply therapeutic weed within the public sphere, guarantee free access to patients who don't have Social Security and encourage state-run culture while prioritizing public laboratories. This is news

Mexico attempts to Legalize Marijuana

 Marijuana legalization hopes have been failing in New Mexico since last year. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s attempts to pass a legalization bill have failed. The Senate rejected the proposals time and again. However, there’s still strong support within the state. The support is clear from the recent 2020 New Mexico Democratic presidential primaries election persisted June 2. Voters ousted most of the Senate candidates who were against marijuana legalization. Let’s take a glance at what’s happening within the state. New Mexico voters support for marijuana legalization In the 2020 New Mexico Democratic presidential primaries election persisted June 2, New Mexico voters showed their support for marijuana legalization. Voters ousted most of the Senate candidates who were against marijuana legalization. A Marijuana Moment article discussed how voters rejected many key New Mexico state senators who opposed legalization. Among them was Senate President Pro Tem Mary Kay Papen who reported

Dangers of making and Using RSO - Guest Post.

Rick Simpson Oil is a cannabis oil derived from marijuana plants. Proponents of this oil have said that it is an effective cure for cancer and can even help individuals with asthma and opioid detoxes. Using this oil, however, comes with some risks vs the benefits. Rick Simpson Oil was pioneered by a medical marijuana activist of the same name. His primary claim is that it can cure cancer however, proponents also suggest that it could be beneficial for asthma, epilepsy, and other medicinal purposes, including opioid detoxes. Critics of RSO assert there is some medical research to back these claims but is it enough? and that their are risks of making and using Rick Simpson oil. Could we say that there will never have full acceptance of oil due to pharmaceuticals companies or what does the future hold for the oil? What Is Rick Simpson Oil (RSO)? Rick Simpson Oil, or RSO as its supporters refer to it, is a cannabis oil made from the marijuana plant. Unlike other oils, R

WHAT IS CANNABIS OIL?

Cannabis oil is a thick, sticky,  resinous  substance made up of a high concentration of  cannabinoids , such as THC and CBD, extracted from the cannabis plant (Cannabis sativa or Cannabis indica). Cannabis oil is a cannabis based product  obtained by separating the resins from cannabis flowers  using a solvent extraction process . Cannabis oil can also be known as marijuana oil, weed oil, pot oil,  Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) , Full extract cannabis oil (FECO), honey oil, hash oil, dabs, shatter, or wax. Cannabis oil is the most potent of three main cannabis products, which are the actual cannabis flower (marijuana), resin (hashish), and oil (cannabis oil). Cannabis oil is the most concentrated form of the three main cannabis products. That is what makes cannabis oil the most potent. Cannabis Oil produced and sold by "dealers" can have many contaminants and lots of times have little or no THC in them. Most of the time cannabis oil available on the street should be avoided for med

Is Rick Simpson Oil the Cancer Cure or just a Pipe Dream?

The story of Rick Simpson and his namesake cannabis oil has made him a hero to some and a menace to others. Simpson's claim that he used the oil to cure his own skin cancer has spread online like a viral tidal wave. The recipe for Rick Simpson oil (RSO), which he says he has never sold, is translated in 72 languages on his website, which also carries first-person stories extolling the product's "miraculous" properties. Doris's 20-yr-old granddaughter was diagnosed last fall with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and went through standard chemo and radiation 'treatments'. She suffered severe burns to her esophagus and was unable to take food or fluids. We began giving her the oil about six weeks ago. Her cancer is in remission, no sign of it... You are my hero, sir! —Testimonial on Rick Simpson's website But clinicians familiar with Simpson and his cult-like following take a different view. "It's terrifying," said Adam Friedman, MD, pro

Finding the cure starts with Hope - Rick Simpsons oil.

What is Rick Simpson oil? Rick Simpson oil (RSO) is a cannabis oil product. It was developed by Rick Simpson, a Canadian medical marijuana activist. RSO differs from a lot of other cannabis oils because it contains higher levels of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). This is the main psychoactive cannabinoid in marijuana that gets people “high.” Other therapeutic cannabis oils tend to contain a cannabinoid called cannabidiol (CBD) and little or no THC. Read on to learn more about the health claims behind RSO and whether it lives up to the hype. What are the potential benefits? The main claim surrounding RSO is that it treats cancer. After Simpson was diagnosed with skin cancer in 2003, he began applying RSO to the cancerous spots on his face and neck. According to Simpson, the spots healed within a few days. According to Rick Simpson’s website, RSO is made from a particular type of cannabis called Cannabis indica, which produces a sedative effect that helps the body heal. In ad

CERVICAL CANCER

This type of cancer is normally affects women as the name suggests,it attacks the female reproductive tract specifically the cervix which is the neck of the  uterus;the bridge between the birth canal (vagina) and the uterus. Studies have linked cervical cancer to HPV(Human papilloma virus), a sexually disease infection. The HPV is normally transmitted from men who are largely unaffected(they are carriers)during unprotected sex. The disease takes time to grow and when it happens, the cells of the cervix grow abnormally and invade other tissues and organs of the body. When it is invasive,the disease affects the deeper tissue of the body like the vagina,lungs,liver,bladder and rectum. Cervical cancer is slow in progression at its early stages and as such,it is possible to prevent if detected early and treatment commenced immediately . A majority of the patients diagnosed with precancerous changes in the cervix are in their 20s and 30s while the average age of women when they are diagn

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy has been a conventional medical strategy instituted to deal with cancer. It has  assisted many patients  to live longer and alleviate the symptoms caused by cancer. However, despite it being hailed as a dependable arsenal in the war against cancer, it has its dark side. Although there is a percentage of cancer patients who will not experience side effects, many will experience a range of them. The side effects will usually start during the first few weeks of treatment and may become more intense with each treatment cycle .It is important therefore for oncologists and health providers to  discuss this with the patients but in some cases,this topic is skipped. Most patients are desperate and therefore the hope of a cure, they don't give much thought  to the issue of side effects. Patients can keep a useful record of their chemo treatment  and this can help them record the experienced side effects  and try to share them with the doctors. Chemo affects all cells tha