Researchers who aim to discover the possible pain-managing effects of marijuana have experienced roadblocks from the Drug Enforcement Agency and reluctance from our government.  This article from McKnight’s Long-Term Care News.

The DEA has hampered pain management efforts in the past, affecting nursing homes across the country. The agency has recently begun more heavily enforcing rules that require written approvals from doctors. Many nursing home nurses view these and other rules from the DEA as a hindrance to their efforts at relieving pain among their patients.

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