Medical marijuana

Vermont medical marijuana user fired after drug test loses appeal over unemployment benefits

As a medical marijuana user in Vermont who was recently fired after failing a drug test, the story hits close to home for me. It is frustrating to see a fellow patient lose their job and then be denied unemployment benefits simply for using their legally prescribed medication. In a state where both medical and adult-use marijuana are legal, the situation seems unjust and unfair.

The individual, Ivo Skoric, represented himself in court, which is often a risky move. It is crucial to have legal representation when dealing with sensitive legal matters, especially when it comes to something as complex as medical marijuana laws and employment regulations.… Continue reading

Ukraine’s Zelensky signs medical marijuana bill, a step he says can heal ‘pain, stress and trauma of war’ with Russia

As I read about Ukraine’s President Zelensky signing the medical marijuana bill, I couldn’t help but feel a mix of admiration and intrigue. The idea of using medical marijuana to help heal the pain, stress, and trauma of war with Russia is certainly a bold and innovative approach. It’s fascinating to see a country taking a different path towards healing the wounds of conflict, especially when traditional methods may not have yielded the desired results.

The comments and reactions from people around the world on this decision are varied and sometimes amusing. From jokes about Canadian aid shipments getting more interesting to concerns about the potential impact on the population and the war effort, there is a wide range of perspectives.… Continue reading