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What are the qualifying conditions marijuana be used to treat?
There are 13 qualifying conditions in the state New York:
ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease)
Cancer
Chronic Pain
Epilepsy
HIV/AIDS
Huntington’s Disease
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
Intractable spasticity due to spinal cord damage
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Neuropathies
Parkinson’s Disease
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Opioid Use Disorder
Where is my certification valid?
Certifications are valid at all dispensaries in New York State.
Can I get a renewal?
Yes. If you have been seen by Dr. Negrin previously we can schedule an appointment for a renewal.
Will I be on a government list?
No. The record of your certification is protected under federal law through HIPAA (the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), just like your medical documents.
Want to learn more about marijuana as medicine?
Did you know that our bodies have a natural endocannabinoid system with receptors that respond to chemicals in the marijuana plant?
Did you know that there are a variety of cannabis compounds that do NOT get you high?
Want to understand how the compounds in the marijuana plant can alleviate your symptoms?
Here are a few interesting links:
https://articles.mercola.com/medical-marijuana-uses.aspx
https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/marijuana-medicine