Wednesday 24 September 2014

How Does Medical Marijuana Work?

Medical marijuana contains compounds which can be used to treat certain debilitating illnesses and diseases and it can also be used to treat cancer. However, how does medical marijuana work? The answer lies in the composition of medical marijuana. Medical marijuana is said to contain a unique healing compound, known as ‘Cannabinol’, and special compounds known as ‘Cannabinoids’.
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The Composition of Medical Marijuana 
There are 400 natural compounds in Medical Marijuana in Illinois. Out of these 400 natural compounds, eighty are only found in cannabis plants, which are known as ‘Cannabinoids’. These special compounds relieve many symptoms of illness, by attaching themselves to the brain receptors. Each cannabinoid produces a different psychological and physical effect. This is why certain strains are recommended for treating different medical conditions.

On the other hand, cannabinol, which is another healing compound in medical marijuana in Illinois, proves to be an important element for the treatment of cancer. Studies show that cannabinol has the capability of reducing the risk of cancer and stops the cancer from growing further inside the body. Cannabinol can also switch off the gene which is mainly responsible for the metastasis in many of the aggressive forms of cancer.

What Illnesses Can Be Treated With Medical Marijuana? 
It can be used to treat numbness and muscle spasms, vision, seizures and many more illnesses. Epilepsy, which is a neurological disorder that produces spontaneous seizures, can be treated with medical marijuana. Glaucoma, multiple sclerosis, HIV and AIDS can also be treated with medical Marijuana.

After this latest research, many countries around the world are legalizing medical marijuana dispensaries to promote the treatment of various illnesses through medical marijuana.

Friday 5 September 2014

How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Illinois

There are at least 20 states in the US that have legalized the use of marijuana and this has increased the number of patients being treated with it. Marijuana provides numerous health benefits and helps fight a range of diseases. However, to receive such treatment, it is necessary that you get a medical marijuana card which is authorized by the government. Here is how you can get a marijuana card in Illinois.

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Do You Qualify For The Card?
You must be at least 18 years or older to qualify for a medical marijuana card. If you are not, a legal guardian must register as your caregiver. Also, it is necessary that you have a valid Illinois driving license, identification card, and a residential address. Furthermore, you must have written documentation from your doctor attesting to your medical condition, in addition to your medical records for the past 12 months with you. The diseases which make you eligible for a card under Illinois cannabis law include:

  •   AIDS/HIV
  •   ALS
  •   Alzheimer’s Disease
  •   Cancer
  •   Crohn’s Disease
  •   Glaucoma
  •   Hepatitis C

Visit a Doctor
Once you have made sure that you qualify for the treatment, you need to visit one of the medical marijuana doctors in Illinois. Schedule an appointment, and if they approve you for a medical marijuana card, they will provide you the required certification.

Submit an Application for the Card
You can apply for the medical marijuana card after you have obtained the certification. Submit your certification form and other required documents online. It may take a week or more for your application to be processed.

Now that you know how to obtain a medical marijuana card, you can easily receive treatment from any medical marijuana dispensary in Illinois.