New Conditions Set For Medical Marijuana

The Ohio State Medical Board approves petitions…to make three new conditions eligible for patients to receive medical marijuana. Huntington’s disease, terminal illness and spasticity are now added to the list. The board voted to reject petitions to add autism spectrum disorder, restless leg syndrome, panic disorder with agoraphobia and spasms to the list. Earlier this year, the board determined that arthritis, chronic migraines and complex regional pain syndrome fall into the existing category of chronic or intractable pain, which are eligible for medical marijuana. The panel considers petitions to include new conditions to qualify for a medical marijuana card. In April, it voted to more than double the number of medical marijuana dispensaries…in response to complaints by patients about lack of access and expense. Over 155 thousand people in Ohio carry the card, now…much higher than most thought.