Wednesday, August 8, 2007

Marijuana in B.C.

Marijuana benefits HIV-positive individuals as it is used principally to suppress nausea and vomiting due to side effects of HIV medications. Did you know that HIV-positive individuals are being cut off their legal supply of medicinal marijuana because they cannot afford to pay? It is appalling that people in need of this medical necessity are referred to a collection agency. Recent court rulings have ordered the federal government to provide medical marijuana to chronically ill patients, however current policies have presented obstacles for HIV-positive individuals securing medicinal marijuana. BCPWA has written a letter about this to the Federal Justice Minister. Let us know your thoughts on this issue. Any bad experiences?

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