The Answer Page FRUSTRATES Answers about Medical Cannabis

As described below, participated in an online program, CME/CE activity, Nationally Approved CME/CE Medical Marijuana (sic) Course V2. Rated the course highly. Wanted to be positive, as there is minimal cannabis research in our nation. Expressed concern about the title, "Medical Marijuana," and wanted to discuss other course limitations. Developer Meredith Fisher-Corn, MD, and The … Continue reading The Answer Page FRUSTRATES Answers about Medical Cannabis

Kokua Scott Goold Medical Cannabis Anti-Discrimination Act in Hawaii

Moana says: Please KOKUA Scott Goold Anti-Discrimination Act. HB 325 HD1 harms workers; doesn't protect employers or make workplaces more safe. Current §329 laws do not fully protect medical cannabis patients in the workplace. UPDATE 6.18.25: Goold Certifies in Medical Cannabis ExcellenceScott Goold enrolled in the on-demand Hawai'i Medical Cannabis CME/CE Course Bundle developed for the Hawai‘i Department of … Continue reading Kokua Scott Goold Medical Cannabis Anti-Discrimination Act in Hawaii

A Fetus Doesn’t Need Its Own Medical Cannabis License, Oklahoma Court Says

The ruling means it's not child neglect for a pregnant woman prescribed medical cannabis [marijuana] to use it. But some judges say it should be.  ELIZABETH NOLAN BROWN | 7.30.2024 12:10 PM |  Reprinted with Permission, Reason Oklahoma resident Amanda Aguilar was arrested after using marijuana while pregnant. Though Aguilar had a medical marijuana prescription, prosecutors reasoned that … Continue reading A Fetus Doesn’t Need Its Own Medical Cannabis License, Oklahoma Court Says

In Hawaii, Permission To Use Medical Marijuana Precludes Permission To Own a Gun

SECOND AMENDMENT and MEDICAL CANNABIS The State of Hawaii's gun permit policy underlines the absurdity of assuming that cannabis consumers are too dangerous to be trusted with firearms. JACOB SULLUM | 5.27.2024 3:35 PM | Reprinted with Permission, Reason (Illustration: Lex Villena; Midjourney) Back in 2017, Honolulu's police chief abandoned a contentious plan to confiscate firearms from residents who use cannabis … Continue reading In Hawaii, Permission To Use Medical Marijuana Precludes Permission To Own a Gun

Fentanyl Causes Hawaii Governor Josh Green To Go INSANE

Gov. Josh Green, MD, told Civil Beat: “It is very important to legalize fentanyl test strips,” Green said in an email. “Fentanyl is 80 times more powerful than morphine and it suppresses the respiratory system to the point that it is sometimes not possible to resuscitate patients with Narcan. Fentanyl is being laced into other … Continue reading Fentanyl Causes Hawaii Governor Josh Green To Go INSANE

The Way to Respect Starts with Raising Your Voice

Most of us agree that our nation and world are on fire at this time. We might disagree over causes, but few of us are happy with this current level of tension and frustration. Roxanne Jones, writing on CNN today, says her mom always encouraged her to "Use Your Voice.” Roxanne was confronted often by … Continue reading The Way to Respect Starts with Raising Your Voice

Hawai’i Cannabis Cup Attendees Beware

I received an invitation to the First Annual Hawai'i Cannabis Cup a couple days ago from the Malie Cannabis Clinic. This opportunity is a new three-day event with music, camping, food, education and vendors. Tickets for all three days run $60. For more information, visit Hawai'i Islands Cannabis Cup Sounded like something from a 1960's … Continue reading Hawai’i Cannabis Cup Attendees Beware

Asian Stigma Is Killing People in Hawai’i

RE: The Big Island Is Confronting A Big Problem With Fentanyl Aloha e Paula Dobbyn ~ Mahalo for your informative and educational article. I’m certified to administer NARCAN and counsel people considering opioid use or suffering addiction. According to CDC figures, one person dies of a drug overdose every 11 days on Big Island. Paula Dobbyn … Continue reading Asian Stigma Is Killing People in Hawai’i

All I Want for Christmas is Privileged Asians to End Their Cruelty in Hawai’i

As most of the mainland U.S. battles the brutal cold of a deep polar plunge, we've returned to enjoying beautiful tropical weather. Our keiki (kids) are waiting with excitement for Santa to paddle up in his canoe with presents for all. Like many places around the world during the holiday season, there is an abundant … Continue reading All I Want for Christmas is Privileged Asians to End Their Cruelty in Hawai’i

Hawai’i DOH Approves New Medical Cannabis Dispensary on Maui

Hawai'i Department of Health announced approval of a third medical cannabis retail dispensary for PONO LIFE MAUI after it passed a final on-site inspection for its third retail facility. PONO LIFE MAUI’s new retail location is in Paia, Maui at 149 Hana Highway Unit #2, Paia, and expects to begin sales on Wednesday, November 23, … Continue reading Hawai’i DOH Approves New Medical Cannabis Dispensary on Maui