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This report summarizes federal and AMA responses to recent state initiatives designed to facilitate the medical use of marijuana. Additionally, the past and current status of marijuana, especially as related to federal regulations governing its medical use and the conduct of clinical research involving it, are explained. Finally, the pharmacology of marijuana and its major psychoactive ingredient, delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), are reviewed, and the evidence for therapeutic benefits of these substances is evaluated.

Read more: AMA Report to Council on Scientific Affairs of Medical Marijuana

Cities shouldn't ban dispensaries

Denver's council is taking the proper tact as it tries to regulate, not outright ban, the growing medical marijuana industry.


Cities understandably have been scrambling to figure out rules and regulations for the medical marijuana dispensaries sprouting like weeds across the state.

But far too many municipalities — including Greeley, Castle Rock, Colorado Springs and Broomfield — are just outright banning the dispensaries, citing the fact that the sale of marijuana is still illegal under federal law.

Read more: Co: Denver: Editorial: Cities shouldn't ban dispensaries

By DEREK HARPER

One of the last things Gov. Jon S. Corzine did before he left office this month was sign legislation Monday decriminalizing two ounces of marijuana per month for some medical patients.

But it will be at least six months, if not longer, before New Jersey residents can use the drug. And even then, a number of state residents will likely be left behind.

For Diane Riportella, not much changes, for now.

Read more: New Jersey prepares to implement toughest medical marijuana law in U.S.