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Virginia Passes Bill to Allow Medical Marijuana Oil

Body and Mind
Body and Mind March 10, 2016

2016-03-10_1118Cannabidiol, or CBD, has shown promise for many patients with epilepsy, with some reporting a substantial decrease in number of seizures. Here’s another story of medical marijuana legislation making progress, this time in Virginia. See italics below.

Medical marijuana is legal in the state of Nevada. Nevada is proud to be the only state that accepts medical marijuana cards from any other state.

Richmond, Va., (WSET) — Big news today for children and adults hoping to get a form of medical marijuana to treat epilepsy.

The General Assembly has passed a bill allowing cannabidiol, or CBD, to be produced and distributed in Virginia.

Senator Dave Marsden said,

“Marijuana is a plant and there is a process by which you can derive these oils from that plant that can help people, and help our young children.”

Senator Dave Marsden sponsored the bill which expands on last year’s legislation that allows people with epilepsy to have the oil in their possession.

Read the full story from West ABC 13 News in Virginia on this passed medical marijuana bill

For a list of all medical marijuana dispensaries in Las Vegas, Nevada, please try Weedmaps or Leafly.

For a list of all medical marijuana dispensaries currently selling Bam quality marijuana, please use our Find BaM Dispensary Locator.

Please use medical marijuana responsibly, and follow directives set down by your primary physician or doctor. Please remember that medical marijuana laws vary from state to state, and you should know the medical marijuana laws in your state if you are a patient carrying or purchasing medical marijuana. If visiting a medical marijuana dispensary in Las Vegas, Nevada, you will need your medical marijuana card and valid identification.

 

Body and Mind
Body and Mind March 10, 2016

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