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Post by Admin on Feb 26, 2019 23:20:15 GMT -4
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Post by Astrid Soto on Feb 27, 2019 0:39:02 GMT -4
Marihuana has proven to help many patients deal with different kinds of conditions. It is a very controversial topic because of varying points of view, specially for those who were raised under the pressure that, "if you get caught you might end up in prison". This is seen in the first article with Harrington's grandmother and David Stern.
I have seen it happen with a friend who suffered from chondrosarcoma. After chemotherapy and surgery with many complications he suffered from chronic pain, that was only manageable with medical marihuana. His mother would rather let him suffer with the pain than let him have the marihuana because of the same thought process I mentioned above.
I believe that for medical reasons marihuana should be legalized. Also, different routes of administration can be found as with any other drug in the market if smoking it is the biggest issue for the population; as well as getting a "purer" form of it, or even as mentioned in the second article getting rid of the THC which can affect the mental health of patients.
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Diorella Marie Lopez-Gonzalez
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Post by Diorella Marie Lopez-Gonzalez on Feb 27, 2019 0:58:52 GMT -4
Marijuana is becoming mainstream due to its medical benefits and it’s creating opportunities for people around the legalized states. As Mr. Harrington mentioned in his case decrease the use of opioids; marijuana has been linked to decrease in use, abuse, hospital admissions due to opioids addiction and since it’s being available in plenty of states has decrease the prescriptions of opioids, even though more studies have to be done to corroborate this.
Changing people’s minds about the use is something like we have seen through the year with any idea that deviates from the normal laws is something that will take time. It doesn’t matter the demographic now in 2019 everyone consumes it but as its mention in both articles; consumers education and also thinking on the responsibility that all this brings to it, is something that need to be develop more.
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Post by Elena Liang on Feb 27, 2019 7:41:39 GMT -4
For as long as I can remember, marijuana has always been around and probably the first drug that I knew that existed. With drugs, there is usually an association that a lot of people believe is a negative one; like the people in the article, Viola and Stern. There is a stigma that drugs are “bad”, whether the drug is legal or illegal. I feel that most people thought this way because marijuana was illegal once upon a time, and the drug is still going through the young steps of being understood by the public that did not know about the positive effects; such as its medicinal uses.
In terms of CBD being sold at big names like Barneys, I truly believe that will be a game changer in a more populated area. A lot of people enjoy luxuries and I definitely feel like that mindset is what Barneys is targeting. Since CBD is put into fancy packaging, some people will enjoy showing that off. Being able to use CBD in a luxurious form and easy accessibility, people are going to remove the bad stigma. The bad stigma of marijuana or marijuana related products being illegal and getting into trouble because of it.
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Post by Lily Sangmi Nam on Feb 27, 2019 9:10:42 GMT -4
I was surprised to read that Barney’s is going to be selling high-end cannabis. There are still many people who are skeptical of marijuana, but the way we view marijuana is slowly changing. Medical marijuana has been beneficial for many people. For example, Al Harrington’s grandmother Viola said she was healed after using cannabis. I think Barney’s is making a bold move and helping changing the way we view marijuana. However, I do think we need more research about cannabis. Very little is known about how exactly marijuana is used as a treatment for pain. What if there were side effects that we don’t know about yet? By having more research, I think we can come with ways to help people use it safely. In addition, if we know how to use it safely, we can have easier access to marijuana.
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Post by Usman Khan on Feb 27, 2019 10:13:40 GMT -4
The articles highlighted what has become an increasingly important issue in today’s societal landscape: the widespread use of cannabis and its derivatives in a wide range of applications. As a huge NBA fan, I find it extremely refreshing that David Stern, who was always seen as a hardliner when it comes to these types of issues, has changed his opinion on the use of medical marijuana and CBD in the treatment of athletes’ many ailments. I see medical marijuana and CBD as a legitimate avenue to take when treating a myriad of issues, and further research into its applications is absolutely essential.
The second article also highlights cannabis’ application in the commercial world. People of all ages from everywhere in the world use cannabis and if it can be made into legitimate, safe business, I think this will only further change the narrative of marijuana as a negative in today’s society. Overall, I find both of these articles highly encouraging and hope that we can continue on the path towards redeeming cannabis and its future use as a safe alternative in many different applications, medically and non-medically.
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Post by O. Nefertiti Umeh on Feb 27, 2019 11:09:02 GMT -4
Both of these articles sheds light into the rapidly evolving views of marijuana in healthcare and for leisure. Both articles do a good job illustrating the ever growing perception and acceptance of marijuana in our society from the past, present, and future from two sides of the spectrum, health vs. leisure. The first article represents a movement that I believe is long overdue and am happy to see the positive effects it has on people who have been longing for a better solution to their medical problems. I believe that we have way more harmful drugs that have been used for years in our healthcare system to relieve various conditions. Although these drugs have been proved to be successful for years, they come with adverse reactions that take away from the actual advantageous results. So in my opinion, there is nothing wrong with using another method, marijuana, if it does the dame thing or better and has less or absent side affects.
Regarding Barneys side of the spectrum of leisure/ high end use, I can’t really say if I support or don’t support. I feel like they are just taking advantage of the current climate and making a lucrative business out of it that doesn’t have much of a focus on it medically. There will always be a business side to any opportunity. So I guess if its legal and poses no harm then go ahead.
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Post by Phylicia Morgan on Feb 27, 2019 22:37:17 GMT -4
Marijuana is the one drug of choice that has been used for medicinal purposes and has not shown proven evidence of much harm to anyone. Barney’s new approach to get into the marijuana business is not surprising because it’s the direction we are heading in. It’s a great idea to market a high-end cannabis products and services. People want to do what they enjoy and feel good doing it. In retrospect to health and medicine my concern would be the purity of the marijuana. Today, marijuana is being laced with other drugs which is causing it to be detrimental to people. I see a profitable and legit business if the store stays in compliance with regulations and offering pure marijuana within limits that are approved.
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Post by Ashkan Ataellahi on Feb 28, 2019 1:31:06 GMT -4
I think these articles are great examples on demonstrating the direction marijuana is headed. Personally I believe that marijuana is a great alternative when used to help treat chronic pain along with other health issues. Al Harrington showed this best when he suggested the idea of smoking marijuana to his Grandmother to help cope with her glaucoma rather than using something addictive like opioids. Although there is a lot of stigma surrounding marijuana, I think educating people and showing them the positive aspects can further reduce any hostility towards its use. Now that marijuana is in the initial phases of becoming legal nationwide it is only natural that many people want to monopolize on the opportunity to create some form of revenue from it. However, the only difference between various companies distributing marijuana is what their true intentions are. I feel like Barney's vision is looking at marijuana as more of an accessory to show off amongst other people rather than focusing on the medical perks it can bring patients suffering from pain, seizures, and anxiety. Ultimately i'm excited to see what the future will hold for marijuana and perhaps other drugs to which we thought were once "bad". Till then I think research will be the key to unlocking all of these mysteries.
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Post by Andrea Akyeampong on Mar 3, 2019 23:48:39 GMT -4
These articles are a interesting way of showing how products that were considered dangerous are now "mainstream" and more accepted. Marijuana is a good alternative for certain pain conditions, and as both articles highlighted packaging is everything. Instead of seeing a joint in mainstream markets, marijuana can be offered in alternative forms such as oils and vapors. Marijuana in Barney's is a very huge progression of how a once illicit and "dangerous" substance is now being accepted in elitist venues for shopping. The only point I would argue is that as more high end companies market marijuana, they must be backed up with research and medical professionals to educate the masses. As we discussed in lecture educating current and future healthcare providers will further reduce the stigma associated with marijuana use as well and educating our patients on the types of alternatives available for pain control besides opioids that will not be as addictive. I also agree with my colleagues in that more research must be done to highlight the pros and cons of marijuana and ways to educate our patients in this ever evolving drug.
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