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Benefits of THC and CBD

Cannabis with THC is most often used for chronic pain management, but patients with nausea, glaucoma, impaired motor function, neurological disorders, seizures, migraines and a variety of other health conditions may also find improvement through its use. Some research suggests that products with a combination of both CBD and THC may offer the greatest benefit in treating certain medical conditions.

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Who is Eligible?

To qualify for medical marijuana access in Virginia, you must first be diagnosed with an eligible health condition that is likely to benefit from its use, including but not limited to:

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THC vs. CBD

Although both derive from the cannabis sativa plant, cannabidiol (CBD) differs from tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in that CBD provides its effects without a psychoactive "high." CBD does not require medical certification, but THC does.

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Buying in Virginia

After receiving certification, consumers can buy medical marijuana at any licensed cannabis dispensary within the state of Virginia. Certified consumers may also be able to purchase medical marijuana in other states that have similar requirements.

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Licensed dispensaries carry a wide range of cannabis-based products in varying potencies, including capsules, tinctures, creams, oils, gels, patches, vapes and edibles.

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How to Get a Certification

To access medical marijuana, consumers must obtain a certification from a registered practitioner. By booking a telemedicine appointment, you can receive your certification on the same day as your evaluation. Visit VirginiaMarijuanaCard.com or call 888.633.5808 to get your medical marijuana certification today!

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Alzheimer's disease Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) Anxiety Autism Cachexia and wasting syndrome Cancer Crohn's disease Chronic pain Epilepsy and other seizure disorders

Fibromyalgia Glaucoma Hepatitis C Huntington's disease Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) Multiple sclerosis (MS) Parkinson's disease Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Sickle cell anemia Tourette's syndrome

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Question 1

Is cannabis mainly for getting high?

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No. Medical cannabis users say it has provided them with many medicinal benefits, such as natural pain relief.

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To purchase cannabis in a Virginia dispensary, adults need to:

Effective July 1, 2022, HB 933 removed the requirement for patients, parents and legal guardians to register with the Board of Pharmacy. However, an unexpired written certification for the use of medical cannabis from a Board of Pharmacy-registered practitioner is required and must be presented at the dispensary, along with a government-issued ID.

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Obtain written certification from a registered practitioner

Make an appointment at the dispensary

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Can I be fired for using medical marijuana in Virginia?

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It depends. Limited employment protections for registered medical marijuana users went into effect July 1, 2021. "No employer shall discharge, discipline or discriminate against an employee for their lawful use pursuant to a valid marijuana card." However, impairment or possession are not protected and can be grounds for discipline.

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Are cannabis and beer similar?

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Yes. Hops and cannabis are botanical cousins!

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Which U.S. president grew cannabis?

George Washington

George Washington had a hemp farm at Mount Vernon.

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Andrew Jackson

John F. Kennedy

Bill Clinton

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Can patients with a valid medical marijuana certification consume in public?

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No. It is illegal to consume in public in Virginia, and violators are subject to civil penalties.

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What was/is stronger, cannabis of the 1960s or cannabis of today?

1960s

Today

Today's cannabis is purer than the illegal marijuana of the 1960s, and it has been cultivated to have higher and more consistent THC levels.

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What percentage of Americans believe cannabis should be legal across the country?

91%

In April of 2021, Pew Research Center found that 91% of Americans think marijuana should be federally legalized. Though some support medical use only, only 8% of adults thought it should stay federally illegal.

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All cannabis is sedating and will make you sleepy.

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FALSE

False. While an indica strain tends to be relaxing and even sedating, a sativa strain can be energizing and some say it sparks their creativity.

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It can take weeks for a patient to receive a medical marijuana certification in Virginia.

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False. With the help of virginiamarijuanacard.com, you can get your certification the same day as your appointment! Virginia Marijuana Card has proudly served over 27,000 Virginia patients. They will connect you to a Virginia Board of Pharmacy-registered practitioner, and offer a full refund if you do not qualify. They offer the best prices in Virginia with a price-match guarantee.

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