Marijuana U.S.A.

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California:
CBD Mitigates Chemotherapy-Induced Cognitive Decline
June 4, 2026
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"The daily administration of CBD mitigates chemotherapy-induced neurodegeneration and significantly restores cognitive functioning, according to preclinical data published in the journal Cancer Letters.
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Investigators determined that mice treated with CBD for one month “showed significant neurocognitive improvements in learning and memory, executive function, and memory consolidation tasks often impaired in cancer survivors.” CBD dosing also “reduced neuroinflammation and preserved neurogenesis.”

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Illinois:
Lawmakers Approve Raising Marijuana Possession Limits
June 4, 2026
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"State lawmakers have advanced legislation to Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker, doubling the adult-use marijuana possession limits and making numerous other changes to the state’s cannabis laws.
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Provisions in Senate Bill 3222 amend laws regulating hemp, marijuana, and medical cannabis. It increases the amount of cannabis an in-state resident may possess to 60 grams (2.14 oz) of flower, and 10 grams of concentrate while also raising possession limits for out-of-state visitors."

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Vermont:
Lawmakers Approve Doubling Marijuana Possession Limit
June 1, 2026
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"Members of the Vermont House and Senate have approved legislation (S. 278) raising marijuana possession limits and making other regulatory and licensing changes to the state’s adult-use cannabis laws. The legislation now awaits action from Republican Gov. Phil Scott.
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Specifically, the measure doubles the amount of botanical cannabis (from one ounce to two ounces) and/or hashish (from five grams to ten grams) that an adult may legally purchase and possess. Under current law, possessing up to one ounce of cannabis is legal, but possessing between one and two ounces is classified as a criminal misdemeanor – punishable by up to six months in jail and a $500 fine."

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Lawlessness, crimes, substance abuse and degeneracy are up in the upper East.

 

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Lawlessness, crimes, substance abuse and degeneracy are up in the upper East.

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Opioid Addiction Is a National Crisis. And It’s Twice as Bad in Massachusetts.

After steady increases from 2000 to 2012, our state’s opioid-related death rate has almost tripled in just four years—from 691 in 2012 to 1,990 in 2016.

www.bostonindicators.org

Fentanyl has become more common in Massachusetts, especially illicit fentanyl.

First, what is fentanyl? Fentanyl is an opioid that can be prescribed, but is often produced and distributed illicitly. It has become popular among street drug dealers, in large part, because it is much more lucrative than heroin. Unlike prescription opioids or heroin, fentanyl is not usually taken on its own but, rather, is used to make other drugs more potent. Since it’s not used as a standalone drug, users are often unaware they are taking it, a lack of knowledge that is particularly problematic considering that fentanyl can be 50 times more potent than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. More troubling still, other synthetic drugs similar to and sometimes stronger than fentanyl, like carfentanil, continue to emerge.

Nationally, fentanyl has become increasingly prevalent, overtaking heroin and opioid painkillers as the most common drug in opioid-related overdose deaths.1 In 2016, 19,413 people died from opioid-related deaths involving fentanyl or other non-methadone synthetics, more than six times the corresponding number from 2013.

While fentanyl use has increased nationally, the spike has been even more pronounced in Massachusetts. In 2016, there were 1,550 fentanyl-related deaths in Massachusetts, up from only 98 in 2013.2 This especially pronounced spike in fentanyl usage in Massachusetts explains in large part why our opioid-related death rate now far outpaces the national rate.

 

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Opioid Addiction Is a National Crisis. And It’s Twice as Bad in Massachusetts.

After steady increases from 2000 to 2012, our state’s opioid-related death rate has almost tripled in just four years—from 691 in 2012 to 1,990 in 2016.

www.bostonindicators.org

Fentanyl has become more common in Massachusetts, especially illicit fentanyl.

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Marijuana U.S.A. .......YOU STUPID SHIT!!!!​

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Marijuana use carries significant risks to brain, heart, lung, and mental health, and can lead to addiction, impaired driving, and negative effects on daily life, especially in youth and pregnant women.

Addiction and Cannabis Use Disorder​

Marijuana can be addictive. About 1 in 10 adults who use marijuana may develop a cannabis use disorder, and this risk rises to 1 in 6 for those who start before age 18. Signs include difficulty quitting, neglecting responsibilities, and prioritizing marijuana over social or family activities. High-THC products increase the likelihood of severe addiction symptoms Centers for Disease Control and Prevention+2.

Brain and Cognitive Effects​

Marijuana affects brain regions responsible for memory, learning, attention, decision-making, coordination, and reaction time. Youth who use marijuana may experience permanent IQ loss of up to 8 points, which does not recover even after quitting. Frequent use can impair problem-solving, memory, and cognitive function Centers for Disease Control and Prevention+2.

Mental Health Risks​

Marijuana use is linked to depression, anxiety, psychotic episodes, and suicidal thoughts, particularly in individuals predisposed to mental health conditions. High-THC cannabis increases the risk of schizophrenia and other psychoses in teens and young adults Centers for Disease Control and Prevention+2.

Physical Health Risks​

• Heart: Marijuana can raise heart rate and blood pressure, increasing the risk of stroke, heart disease, and vascular problems Centers for Disease Control and Prevention+1.
• Lungs: Smoking marijuana can damage lung tissue, cause scarring, and harm small blood vessels Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
• Pregnancy: Use during pregnancy may lead to fetal growth restriction, premature birth, stillbirth, and impaired brain development, with THC passing through breast milk SAMHSA+1.

Impaired Driving and Coordination​

Marijuana impairs reaction time, coordination, and judgment, making driving dangerous. Users may experience lane weaving, slower responses, and difficulty reacting to signals Centers for Disease Control and Prevention+1.

Social and Daily Life Impacts​

Regular marijuana use can negatively affect relationships, educational outcomes, career achievement, and overall life satisfaction. It may reduce motivation and performance in daily activities SAMHSA.

Summary​

While marijuana is increasingly perceived as low-risk, it carries substantial dangers, particularly for youth, pregnant women, and frequent users. Risks include addiction, cognitive impairment, mental health disorders, cardiovascular and lung issues, impaired driving, and negative social outcomes. Awareness of these risks is crucial for informed decision-making and harm reduction Centers for Disease Control and Prevention+2.

 

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Marijuana use carries significant risks to brain, heart, lung, and mental health, and can lead to addiction, impaired driving, and negative effects on daily life, especially in youth and pregnant women.

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Dummies believe mind-altering drugs are good.

 

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Dummies believe mind-altering drugs are good.

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