Medical Cannabis

[dsnrbec]

I'm hoping to begin a dialogue with those who anticipate being able to obtain a prescription for cannabis in the near future. As one who has a qualifying medical condition I am very curious about obtaining as much information as I can about dispensaries, prescribing doctors, modes of delivery, etc. I even think it would be helpful at some point down the road if we could form a support group to inform and encourage one another. I'm not interested in your opinion on medical cannabis. I'm looking to connect with others who understand the amazing healing properties of this herb and plan to use it in the future. No condemnation, please.

[Mudder]

I am wondering which medical conditions will be eligible for for prescription. I guess I can dig around and find that info somehow. If you have an easy website would you share it please.

[roob1]

Medical marijuana bill passes in Florida Legislature - Sun Sentinel (http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/politics/florida-politics-blog/fl-reg-medical-marijuana-passes-20170609-story.html)



I am wondering which medical conditions will be eligible for for prescription. I guess I can dig around and find that info somehow. If you have an easy website would you share it please.

[jj6426]

Can't believe I saw this post. I've been asking the same question for a long time. My poor husband has many medical problems for which he is able to get prescription medication. But what about the pains he's got? He can hardly walk or lift his arms because of the pain. I asked his cardiologist's assistant about it and he couldn't answer that question. No one ever asked for it before he said. Should we ask the primary care physician? Would love to hear what others think about this.

[trueorange]

I recall earlier this spring there was a doctor's office (Baylee Plaza?) that was advertising for medical cannabis. You have to have a 3 month relationship with a physician before he/she can prescribe cannabis, so they were suggesting making an appointment to start the process. If I recall correctly, it was on the online news site we're not supposed to mention.

[rexxfan]

Can't believe I saw this post. I've been asking the same question for a long time. My poor husband has many medical problems for which he is able to get prescription medication. But what about the pains he's got? He can hardly walk or lift his arms because of the pain. I asked his cardiologist's assistant about it and he couldn't answer that question. No one ever asked for it before he said. Should we ask the primary care physician? Would love to hear what others think about this.
This is somewhat off topic, but for what its worth I obtained considerable muscle pain relief taking 2 1000mg curcumin (aka turmeric) capsules per day. Ask your doctor about that maybe. I'd guess it would be less expensive than cannabis.

[graciegirl]

Medical Marijuana Treatment Uses and How It Works (http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/features/medical-marijuana-uses)

This is from WebMD. A reliable source.

[dsnrbec]

I just read yesterday that the legislature has done away with the 90 day waiting period

[dsnrbec]

The Sacred Plant: Healing Secrets Exposed - Episode 6 (https://thesacredplant.com/docuseries/episode6/)

If you're interested in more information, this is a link to a series I've been watching which has been extremely informative. Today is number 6 in a series and the are only available for the day after they are aired.

[graciegirl]

The Sacred Plant tapes has the word scenes incorrectly misspelled on the front and the small print says they are from NV.

I am skeptical.

I am a firm believer in the regular medical community.

[dsnrbec]

I agree the misspelling is pretty sloppy but the production contains many interviews with MD's and research scientists around the world who have had great results in this new frontier of medicine.

[graciegirl]

I hope that false hope in it's curative powers don't cause people not to seek legitimate treatments.

[jj6426]

Thank you for sending that link ... I just read it and see that people w/heart disease should not use it. Sadly, that is the case here. So I guess that answers my question. Thank you again.

[NYGUY]

Here is a link to a story WESH 2 did tonight on a story about a Medical Marijuana Dispensary that just opened in The Villages.

Medical marijuana dispensary opens in The Villages (http://www.wesh.com/article/medical-marijuana-dispensary-opens-in-the-villages/10018684?utm_campaign=WESH&utm_content=5940800704d30148c4f33c80&utm_medium=facebook&utm_source=trueAnthem%3A+New+Content)

[ColdNoMore]

It never ceases to amaze me, how many people who think marijuana is the devil drug...are self-medicating drunks or hooked on pain pills. :oops:

While I hope I never need either medically, I certainly don't see why opioids are handed out like candy...but pot is not even allowed to be prescribed by a medical doctor. :ohdear:

And as a far as that goes, why shouldn't it be legal for other than medical purposes?

Give me someone buzzed and laid back on pot over an aggressive drunk who wants to fight everyone...any time.

[tophcfa]

Marajuana has two components, THC and CBD. THC gets the user high and is dominate in recreational marajuana. CBD does not get the user high but has many wonderful medical properties including anti-inflamitory and joint pain relief. In my opinion CBD products are truly a real medical option that could replace many harmful medications such as opioids. That's why the pharmacy companies are the biggert financial supporters against medical marajuana.

[Yung Dum]

It never ceases to amaze me, how many people who think marijuana is the devil drug...are self-medicating drunks or hooked on pain pills. :oops:

While I hope I never need either medically, I certainly don't see why opioids are handed out like candy...but pot is not even allowed to be prescribed by a medical doctor. :ohdear:

And as a far as that goes, why shouldn't it be legal for other than medical purposes?

Give me someone buzzed and laid back on pot over an aggressive drunk who wants to fight everyone...any time.
I agree with all of this post. The doctors who have prescribed opioids for so many years are responsible for the heroin epidemic that is now ravaging the nation. What's wrong with trying something new that might help one's condition without the side effects. And marijuana is not addictive.

[leftyf]

I agree with all of this post. The doctors who have prescribed opioids for so many years are responsible for the heroin epidemic that is now ravaging the nation. What's wrong with trying something new that might help one's condition without the side effects. And marijuana is not addictive.


I have no problem with taking marijuana in a pill form, but I will never smoke anything again. I am from Michigan and medical marijuana has (in my opinion) destroyed Michigan. As I understand it, Florida isn't legalizing the smoking form. I approve of that.

[graciegirl]

It never ceases to amaze me, how many people who think marijuana is the devil drug...are self-medicating drunks or hooked on pain pills. :oops:

While I hope I never need either medically, I certainly don't see why opioids are handed out like candy...but pot is not even allowed to be prescribed by a medical doctor. :ohdear:

And as a far as that goes, why shouldn't it be legal for other than medical purposes?

Give me someone buzzed and laid back on pot over an aggressive drunk who wants to fight everyone...any time.

I disagree with" It never ceases to amaze me, how many people who think marijuana is the devil drug...are self-medicating drunks or hooked on pain pills" I do agree with the part that says that opiods are handed out WAY too frequently.

Maybe Marijuana should be legal, as then it would kill part of the drug trade and the shootings and killings.. I read this morning that the two bright high school students shot just the day before graduation in Maryland were targeted for an unpaid Marijuana bill and not the fact one was Muslim. Arrests made in killings of 2 Md. students shot on eve of graduation (http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/arrests-made-in-killings-of-2-md-students-shot-on-eve-of-graduation/ar-BBCOMHp?li=BBmkt5R&ocid=spartandhp)

It seems that Marijuana is easily obtained because it is obvious that many villagers smoke it. You can tell who uses it by their stance on it.

So I guess this whole discussion isn't really about the medicinal use of pot. But then, maybe it is.

[manaboutown]

If I were combatting nausea from chemotherapy, dying with complications pot might ease, or coping with extreme pain I might consider trying medical pot in one form or another. BTW, "real" or street marijuana is much harsher on the lungs in just about every way than smoke from tobacco cigarettes (coffin nails, cancer sticks, etc.).

[joldnol]

If I were combatting nausea from chemotherapy, dying with complications pot might ease, or coping with extreme pain I might consider trying medical pot in one form or another. BTW, "real" or street marijuana is much harsher on the lungs in just about every way than smoke from tobacco cigarettes (coffin nails, cancer sticks, etc.).

BS, where is your proof

[manaboutown]

It seems that Marijuana is easily obtained because it is obvious that many villagers smoke it. You can tell who uses it by their stance on it.

So I guess this whole discussion isn't really about the medicinal use of pot. But then, maybe it is.

:agree: Addicts will come up with all sorts of false rationales to justify their use of a mood altering substance which is of course an addiction.

[roob1]

Does this statement also refer to those who drink any amount of alcohol (or for that matter, coffee) every day?



:agree: Addicts will come up with all sorts of false rationales to justify their use of a mood altering substance which is of course an addiction.

[manaboutown]

Does this statement also refer to those who drink any amount of alcohol (or for that matter, coffee) every day?

Drug Abuse and Addiction | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) (https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugs-brains-behavior-science-addiction/drug-abuse-addiction)

Drugs and the Brain | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) (https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugs-brains-behavior-science-addiction/drugs-brain)

It could possibly apply to sugar, sex and even exercise endorphins as well as caffeine and nicotine. At this point in time the majority professional opinion about addiction is that it seems to be 40 - 60% hereditary, at least for drugs, although many factors come into play. No one really has a complete answer and of course opinions vary. To me the point of addiction is reached when one is knowingly harming himself or herself but cannot seem to stop.

[Greg Nelson]

It's only taken 50 years

[manaboutown]

Rehab has become an unbelievably lucrative business. Addiction treatment: The new gold rush. ‘It’s almost chic’ – Orange County Register (http://www.ocregister.com/2017/06/16/addiction-treatment-the-new-gold-rush-its-almost-chic/)

[Barefoot]

It seems that Marijuana is easily obtained because it is obvious that many villagers smoke it. You can tell who uses it by their stance on it.
I support the use of medical marijuana, and I'm definitely not a user. :ohdear:

[Nucky]

I support the use of medical marijuana, and I'm definitely not a user. :ohdear:

Couldn't have put it better myself. I tried it when I was young and I got no kick from it at all. Only thing was I was a Grocery Destroyer. :icon_hungry:

[manaboutown]

I most likely would support it for palliative use under the aforementioned conditions I listed. Has it been shown to improve or cure an affliction such as PTSD yet?

[natalierp]

All the person asked is how to get a prescription then everyone chimes in with crazy responses. Here is a listing of doctors, contact someone near you to get an appointment and educate yourself through a valid physician: http://www.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/office-of-compassionate-use/_documents/completed-cme.pdf

[Jmkilby]

You might be able to stop in at the Medical Marijuana Clinic on 441 to get more info. I'm sure they can help you know if an illness or condition would qualify.

[joni55]

I have multiple sclerosis and have recently sent paperwork to the state to get my card. I'm from Connecticut where the MM program has worked quite well. There's no reason why it can't work here. I have not asked for any opioid drugs because of all the side effects. having used marijuana when I was younger I don't have any fear of it. If it helps me to not be in daily pain I'd rather have that. Our support group had two doctors to speak on the subject and answer all questions about the use of an M M. They answered all questions which was a big help. And did say that marijuana on the streets is three times stronger then you can get from the dispensary. So I would think if you use it to get high you have to take your whole months supply of medication. I don't think I'll do that. LOL

[graciegirl]

You might be able to stop in at the Medical Marijuana Clinic on 441 to get more info. I'm sure they can help you know if an illness or condition would qualify.

Welcome to the forum.

[tophcfa]

I am a part time resident of the Villages but also live in Massachusetts where I have my MM card. I do not like to smoke recreational pot because the high makes me paranoid and uncomfortable in social situations. I only take MM products that are very high in CBDs and have little to no THC (which is what gets the user high). I have bad knees and osteoarthritis (many old sports injuries) but I also love to work out and stay as active as possible. Before I discovered MM I was taking ibuprofen (Advil) and naproxen (Aleve) daily to keep me going. I then read about how prolonged use of these non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can cause all kinds of stomach issues, as well as increase risk of heart attack and strokes. Since discovering MM I have not taken a single on of these pills in over a year and my osteoarthritis pain is almost completely gone. I do not smoke pot or get high. I either vaporize a MM strain that is genetically engineered to be high in CBD and very low in THC or I take pure CBD by eating tasty CBD infused gummy bears. The CBD dosage is lab tested so you know exactly how many m.g. of CBD is in each gummy. Going to have 1 1/2 gummy bears in a few minutes and go to the YMCA and swim my daily mile and a half and then do the full CYBEX circuit at the gym. Cheers

[realmoxies]

Thanks Gracie

Please read all available information and then decide.

Also, I think the LAST thing needed here are spelling and grammar police. :bowdown:

[graciegirl]

Thanks Gracie

Please read all available information and then decide.

Also, I think the LAST thing needed here are spelling and grammar police. :bowdown:

The point was not the misspelling. The point was that this pseudo-documentary is just advertising for the new liquid marijuana business. And that is what it is a business. It is now legal to sell a soother for some minor pain and feel nice too. IN MY Opinion. I realize that marijuana is widely used by the age group in The Villages.

That is the least of my concerns, but don't call pot a kettle. Or a miracle drug. It isn't.

And it is padding fortunes for a few folks;...Canna-Empires -- Who Owns the Most Colorado Dispensaries | The Marijuana Blog by Errl Henry | LeafBuyer (https://www.leafbuyer.com/blog/canna-empires-most-colorado-dispensaries/)

[PennBF]

It is great that Marijuana has been approved for medical purposes. I had a niece who ultimately passed away at 28, was an officer and Attorney in the Army and spent the last year in the Walter Reed Hospital in Washington. It was necessary to get her marijuana on the black market. Having said this it should be clear that I do not have a blanket dislike for making Marijuana legal. The concern is what will be done to only prescribe it for the appropriate use. We can all see the terrible social problems it brought in Colorado since it is out of control. We know that about 20% of youths/young adults who use it for non medical purposes will move on to more destructive drugs, (e.e. Meth,Coke, Heroin, etc's) It is critical that the penalties for the medical profession prescribing it for other than needed Medical purposes receive strong penalties!:shrug:

[The Village Idiot]

Hi Friend,
It would seem the Legislators have still kept MMJ in the back of the bus. No buds. Don't get me wrong, oils, edibles, etc. are fine and good, but that's not how I am used to taking my medicine as an outlaw, self medicator.
Anyway, I just wanted to say hello. It's a start.

[graciegirl]

Hi Friend,
It would seem the Legislators have still kept MMJ in the back of the bus. No buds. Don't get me wrong, oils, edibles, etc. are fine and good, but that's not how I am used to taking my medicine as an outlaw, self medicator.
Anyway, I just wanted to say hello. It's a start.

Another first time poster. Sit right down. Need an ash tray?

[The Village Idiot]

Another first time poster. Sit right down. Need an ash tray?

No thank you. I actually have a real spiffy vintage ashtray collection..........

[manaboutown]

It seems to me, having known and observed members of all three demographic groups, "The Greatest Generation" was followed by "The Silent Generation" which was followed by "The Stoned Generation".

[graciegirl]

It seems to me, having known and observed members of all three demographic groups, "The Greatest Generation" was followed by "The Silent Generation" which was followed by "The Stoned Generation".

And now we will have the legal dealers.

[PennBF]

Really not sure what "Legal Generation" is meant to
signify? :popcorn:

[graciegirl]

Really not sure what "Legal Generation" is meant to
signify? :popcorn:

Not legal generation. The young people are called Milennials. Legal Dealers is my sarcastic take on the new folks in the Marijuana Dispensary business.

[ColdNoMore]

Really not sure what "Legal Generation" is meant to signify? :popcorn:

I think it means for some, that the brainwashing attempt by the government with misinformation such as the fake documentary 'Reefer Madness'...actually worked.

What didn't work nearly as well, was the CIA's long term attempt to control people with LSD.

There's an excellent series on the History Channel called the 'America's War on Drugs,' that goes into great detail on what actually gave rise to the problem we have with the more serious drugs...such as heroin and cocaine. The main culprit being our own CIA.

Interestingly enough, two of the most harmful drugs imaginable and are a mainstay here in TV...nicotine & alcohol...are totally legal.

New Study Finds Marijuana Safer Than Alcohol Or Tobacco | IFLScience (http://www.iflscience.com/health-and-medicine/new-study-suggests-risks-marijuana-use-have-been-overestimated/)

Go figure. :shrug:

[manaboutown]

Interestingly enough, two of the most harmful drugs imaginable and are a mainstay here in TV...nicotine & alcohol...are totally legal.

Go figure. :shrug:

I am totally amazed at the number of people who still smoke cigarettes in "America's healthiest Hometown".

Excessive alcohol intake is quite a problem in many retirement communities. "It's five o'clock somewhere."

[The Village Idiot]

I think it means for some, that the brainwashing attempt by the government with misinformation such as the fake documentary 'Reefer Madness'...actually worked.

The real madness is how the contrarians love to beat up on an organic plant.
Welcome to The Prozac Nation, where Xanax fixes everything, eh?

[collie1228]

I am totally amazed at the number of people who still smoke cigarettes in "America's healthiest Hometown".

Excessive alcohol intake is quite a problem in many retirement communities. "It's five o'clock somewhere."

It always makes me laugh when I see people quoting "Florida's Friendliest Hometown" and "America's Healthiest Hometown". Both of these are the registered trademarks of the Holding Company of The Villages, Inc. which basically means they are marketing tools. Apparently effective marketing tools too.

[graciegirl]

It always makes me laugh when I see people quoting "Florida's Friendliest Hometown" and "America's Healthiest Hometown". Both of these are the registered trademarks of the Holding Company of The Villages, Inc. which basically means they are marketing tools. Apparently effective marketing tools too.

They are and there is nothing wrong with marketing to sell a fine product..

I don't think that is the point here.

The deal is done on Marijuana Dispensaries. They are here. Just don't **** on MY leg and tell me it is raining. They are only useful slightly for pain or neurological symptoms.

There are many addicted or dependent on opioids and alcohol in The Villages.

There are many that can take the medication and drink without dependency. When you over medicate or over drink and drive, that is the danger to the rest of us.

[frtlinr]

Although I'm not a user, I think that the prohibition on marijuana is a huge failure and should go they way of alcohol prohibition.

[gerryann]

This may have been asked.....I didn't read through the whole thread.
Does anyone know the expense of marijuana? It's not covered by Medicare, so am wondering how expensive it might be.
I also assume that it is being sold in pill form? I can't imagine non smokers wanting to take up smoking.
I for one am very excited that this is being offered. There are a lot of folks that are unable to use opioids, but they need pain relief.

[The Village Idiot]

This may have been asked.....I didn't read through the whole thread.
Does anyone know the expense of marijuana? It's not covered by Medicare, so am wondering how expensive it might be.
I also assume that it is being sold in pill form? I can't imagine non smokers wanting to take up smoking.
I for one am very excited that this is being offered. There are a lot of folks that are unable to use opioids, but they need pain relief.

I'm not sure about Florida pricing yet, but here is link to a Dispensary in Illinois, which contains pricing information. I imagine prices should be pretty similar nation wide.

Naperville Menu - 3cdispensary (http://www.3cdispensary.com/naperville-menu-2/)

[Greg Nelson]

I do believe that street prices are less

[10000bees]

I did some googling around after seeing news about the Medical Marijuana Awareness Day thing at the Waterfront yesterday. Here's what I found:

Here's a survey from one of the sponsor's site, it lists some of the qualifying conditions (http://www.myflmjdoc.com/survey/)
From the same sponsor, a bunch of resource websites (http://www.myflmjdoc.com/newsadvocates/)
And a website all about medical marijuana education (http://www.marijuanamedtoday.com/)

Cheers

[BK001]

I don't know who does what in The Villages but ...

The other day I was sitting on a bench at one of the Squares. Not feeling so well, I mentioned to the oldtimer sitting next to me "my joints are awfully stiff". Without missing a beat she said: "Well then you're rolling them too tight".

:a20: :a20: :a20: :a20: :a20: :a20:

(Ok I admit it, sometimes I crack myself up)

[dsnrbec]

Sadly, I'm not seeing but a couple docs in or around TV. It won't do us much good to have the local dispensaries if we can't find a prescribing doctor. Hopefully, others will come on board

[ColdNoMore]

I don't know who does what in The Villages but ...

The other day I was sitting on a bench at one of the Squares. Not feeling so well, I mentioned to the oldtimer sitting next to me "my joints are awfully stiff". Without missing a beat she said: "Well then you're rolling them too tight".

:a20: :a20: :a20: :a20: :a20: :a20:

(Ok I admit it, sometimes I crack myself up)

:1rotfl: :1rotfl:


:eclipsee_gold_cup:

[The Village Idiot]

I don't know who does what in The Villages but ...

The other day I was sitting on a bench at one of the Squares. Not feeling so well, I mentioned to the oldtimer sitting next to me "my joints are awfully stiff". Without missing a beat she said: "Well then you're rolling them too tight".

The really funny part about it is that she was absolutely right..........

[Stellareyes]

You can get a recommendation for medical cannabis through the people I went through which was Doc MJ (Medical Marijuana Recommendations for Florida Residents | DocMJ (http://docmj.com)). They do telemedicine visits, and currently, you just have to go in for one in-person appointment. The renewals are done automatically for the recommendations. Since medical cannabis is not covered by insurance, this is what I found to work the best. And I have bought from the new TruLieve location in The Villages as well.

[Greg Nelson]

after 2 MRI's at the VA...I've got acute spinal stenosis...pain management?

[BrindaStarlin]

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[mperzow]

I'm hoping to begin a dialogue with those who anticipate being able to obtain a prescription for cannabis in the near future. As one who has a qualifying medical condition I am very curious about obtaining as much information as I can about dispensaries, prescribing doctors, modes of delivery, etc. I even think it would be helpful at some point down the road if we could form a support group to inform and encourage one another. I'm not interested in your opinion on medical cannabis. I'm looking to connect with others who understand the amazing healing properties of this herb and plan to use it in the future. No condemnation, please.

Me too as soon as possible to help a chronic pain issue I have when do you think we will access same

[dsnrbec]

You can get a recommendation for medical cannabis through the people I went through which was Doc MJ (Medical Marijuana Recommendations for Florida Residents | DocMJ (http://docmj.com)). They do telemedicine visits, and currently, you just have to go in for one in-person appointment. The renewals are done automatically for the recommendations. Since medical cannabis is not covered by insurance, this is what I found to work the best. And I have bought from the new TruLieve location in The Villages as well.
I would be interested in knowing what your experience has been. Specifically, what form are you using and what is the cost.

[Greg Nelson]

I've tried it all...nothing so far has worked. I get a TENS unit tomorrow. Gabapentin gave me bad constipation...

[dsnrbec]

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Thanks for the info but, as I'm sure you already know, medical cannabis is not the same. The real healing properties are found in the whole plant. I've tried CBD oil from hemp and did not get the relief I'm looking for.

[10000bees]

after 2 MRI's at the VA...I've got acute spinal stenosis...pain management?

Greg, I checked and found that spinal stenosis is a qualifying condition for medical marijuana, so as long as you fit the other qualifiers (florida resident, 18 or older, etc.) you should be good to go.

To get a medical cannabis recommendation, you need to bring proof of prior diagnosis to a specially trained physician-- like the ones at MMTC in Baylee Plaza or one from weedmaps.com --at your assessment appointment. The 90-day wait was recently eliminated so they'll be able to give you a recommendation and patient ID number pretty quickly. At that point you apply for the state MM card, and that's where you've got to watch out for delays. The state office is understaffed and has been a little overwhelmed with the flood of patients after the 90-day wait requirement was lifted, so I'd try to get in there sooner rather than later so the wait doesn't pile up? My uncle got his card just recently, I think the state part took 3-4 weeks.

After you get your card, you should be able to fill that recommendation from your doctor at a dispensary like Trulieve/Surterra/Knox/etc. but different dispensaries do carry different products, so maybe talk to your doctor about which dispensary/product is closest to what you need.

[graciegirl]

I heard tonight on the News that three municipalities in Florida have decided to not allow Medical Cannibis. They feel they have no control over the number of sites so until the State can make some restrictions they have opted to just not allow them which they ARE allowed to do.

Winter Park is one of them; Winter Park may put moratorium on pot centers - Orlando Sentinel (http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/orange/winter-park/os-winter-park-may-put-moratorium-on-pot-centers-20140909-story.html)

Where is this new Medical Cannibis site near The Villages? What County, or town?

[sharonga]

Hi all. First....$300.00 for visit to doctor in Bailey Plaza. Legislature has done away with 90 day waiting period starting July 5, 2017. You cannot get marijuana under any circumstance. You CAN get CBD oil mixed with THC. THC is what is in the marijuana plant. After your $300. visit, you then send $75.00 to State of Florida Compassionate Care. You wait a few weeks and you receive a Medical Marijuana card. At this time the dispensary also gets your card number. You can call the dispensary and have your vape delivered. Vape is the oil and THC is what comes from marijuana. You need to also buy a vape pen. You receive a cartridge that screws into the vape pen and you vape it much like the smokeless cigarettes you see all over. The first prescription doesn't help much. Cost about $80.00. So you call the doctor and tell him and he calls in another prescription, cost $80.00. Cannot return the first batch. The vials should last 45 days. Insurance does not cover any of it. New dispensary opened on 441 so you save the $25.00 delivery fee. There are other doctors who are charging $175.00. They are in Orlando. I believe one is in Ocala.
This whole process is brand new. Laws change from day to day.

[NoMoSno]

So does this mean when I'm driving and vaping my regular e-cig, I'll be pulled over to see if I'm DWI ?

[Greg Nelson]

It's taken over 50 years. In 1966 we slept under the Golden Gate Bridge in San Fran. I'm not a Florida resident. Either way. pot is safer than booze

[graciegirl]

It's taken over 50 years. In 1966 we slept under the Golden Gate Bridge in San Fran. I'm not a Florida resident. Either way. pot is safer than booze

It is surprising how well people can do unencumbered with stuff to distort reality and deaden the emotional pain of life. They manage just fine. They see other people doing things that are both amusing and dangerous. They don't have trouble remembering what they did the night before and don't feel shame for it.

But to each his own. But don't say you want medical marijuana for cancer cures and pain AND.....................

Don't get all gooney and drive your vehicle into someone I love. I will peel your skin off for you.

[dsnrbec]

It's taken over 50 years. In 1966 we slept under the Golden Gate Bridge in San Fran. I'm not a Florida resident. Either way. pot is safer than booze

Please don't get people stirred up about pot for recreational purposes and the merits of pot vs alcohol. This is a conversation about medical cannibas for those whose quality of life is being altered by disease. No one is getting high from it.

[CFrance]

Hi all. First....$300.00 for visit to doctor in Bailey Plaza. Legislature has done away with 90 day waiting period starting July 5, 2017. You cannot get marijuana under any circumstance. You CAN get CBD oil mixed with THC. THC is what is in the marijuana plant. After your $300. visit, you then send $75.00 to State of Florida Compassionate Care. You wait a few weeks and you receive a Medical Marijuana card. At this time the dispensary also gets your card number. You can call the dispensary and have your vape delivered. Vape is the oil and THC is what comes from marijuana. You need to also buy a vape pen. You receive a cartridge that screws into the vape pen and you vape it much like the smokeless cigarettes you see all over. The first prescription doesn't help much. Cost about $80.00. So you call the doctor and tell him and he calls in another prescription, cost $80.00. Cannot return the first batch. The vials should last 45 days. Insurance does not cover any of it. New dispensary opened on 441 so you save the $25.00 delivery fee. There are other doctors who are charging $175.00. They are in Orlando. I believe one is in Ocala.
This whole process is brand new. Laws change from day to day.
Thank you for your informative, articulate explanation of how the process works and what constitutes the substance. My only question is one of curiosity--why does the first dose not help much? Does it have to build up in your system?

[dsnrbec]

Thank you for your informative, articulate explanation of how the process works and what constitutes the substance. My only question is one of curiosity--why does the first dose not help much? Does it have to build up in your system?

If I'm not mistaken there are multiple methods of delivery, vaping being only one of them. There are also many strains of the plant and all have varying degrees of cbd and thc. Everyone responds differently and there is no Right or wrong dosage/strain. It's just what works best for your particular set of symptoms. It seems like at first there is a bit of trial and error until you find your sweet spot.

[roob1]

You have got to be kidding! No one is getting high from medical pot??? Look at the list of qualifications in states where it is available...the door is wide open for basically anyone to qualify.

For example, the newly passed law in FL includes "or any other ailment/condition of the same severity/symptoms, when determined by a physician's opinion that the medical use of marijuana would surpass any potential health risks".

Despite it's legitimate use for some ailments, the legalization of medical marijuana is basically a step toward recreational legalization.


Please don't get people stirred up about pot for recreational purposes and the merits of pot vs alcohol. This is a conversation about medical cannibas for those whose quality of life is being altered by disease. No one is getting high from it.

[PattyPan1]

Have gone through the entire process to obtain my state issued ID card. I used MMTC in Baley Plaza and my first visit was on the computer. After 3 months I sent in my information to the state and got my card. On 441 there is a dispensary Trulieve. I started out with drops, and it has been increased to vapor.

I had stomach surgery and get nauseous and can't eat. It has helped with that and also arthritis in my neck and back.

[tranceminder]

Hi, as a Senior living in Colorado for past 5 years, and having a Registered Medical Marijuana card; I'l be happy to share my experience here. Just pm me.
tranceminder@msn.com

[MMTCFL]

This looks like a group that may be interested in this (https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/medical-health-discussion-94/weekly-medical-marijuana-q-mmtcfl-yes-no-243494/)-- we'd love to have your feedback!

[Henryk]

The Sacred Plant tapes has the word scenes incorrectly misspelled on the front and the small print says they are from NV.

I am skeptical.

I am a firm believer in the regular medical community.

Gracie, darling, is there a way you can "correctly" misspell?

[graciegirl]

Gracie, darling, is there a way you can "correctly" misspell?

Whoops.

Well this for my defense. I don't toke and I don't chew and I don't go out with boys who do.