Health

As Marijuana Cultivation Increases, Sustainability Larger Concern

August 19, 2015

Marijuana can require massive amounts of water, and growers have often left behind toxic chemicals, trash and scars on the land. Growing indoors can use excessive amounts of energy, which costs large sums of money and eats up resources.

Federal Restrictions Hamper Medical Marijuana Research

August 19, 2015

An analysis by News21 shows that $1.1 billion of the $1.4 billion that the National Institute of Health spent on marijuana research from 2008 to 2014 went toward research on marijuana abuse and addiction. Only $297 million was spent on its effects on the brain and potential medical benefits for those suffering from conditions like chronic pain.

Without FDA Regulation, U.S. Marijuana Supplies Potentially Contaminated

August 19, 2015

A News21 analysis found that seven of the 23 states that have legalized medical marijuana have mandated laboratory testing, and of those, most are still working to improve their programs.

Parents Drive National Momentum for Children and Medical Marijuana

August 18, 2015

There is a movement underway to make cannabis oil available to children.

Medical Marijuana Laws Vary Widely From State to State

August 18, 2015

A News21 investigation has found there are as many ways to deal with medical marijuana as there are states that have legalized it.

Federal Judge Dismisses Injured Postal Worker’s Claim

February 27, 2015

A federal judge in New York threw out a lawsuit on Feb. 26 filed by an injured U.S. Postal Service worker from Orlando who became seriously ill after handling a package that was leaking a noxious chemical.