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Medical Marijuana Entrepreneur and Advocate Montell Williams sits down to discuss his vision for the delivery of medication, medical marijuana as a breakthrough in MS; and his new dispensary
http://youtu.be/yIPzCVTO1e4Medical Marijuana Entrepreneur and Advocate Montell Williams sits down to discuss his... more
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Warning to Glenn Beck: Don’t Drink Diet Coke
Kurt Nimmo
Infowars.com
October 9, 2010
On Friday, Glenn Beck announced on his radio show that he will be taking a brief leave of absence for medical reasons. “There is something wrong with my voice, and we’re not sure what it is,” Beck said, according to a transcript on his website. “They’re going to be doing CAT scans and MREs or MRIs and PET scans and they’re going to be doing blood work like crazy.”
Click to View...(SHOCKING VIDEO) Glenn Beck’s Health Problem: Is The Neurotoxin Aspertame Posioning Him? And You Too…http://ctpatriot1970.wordpress.com/2010/10/09/shocking-video-glenn-becks-health-problem-is-the-neurotoxin-aspertame-posioning-him-and-you-too/
In July, the Fox News host admitted that he is suffering from macular dystrophy, an eye disorder that causes vision loss. “Yes, I have a problem with my eyes,” Beck told an audience of 6,000 in Salt Lake City. “A couple of weeks ago, I went to the doctor because I can’t focus my eyes … So I went to the best doctor I could find… he did all kinds of tests, and he said I have macular dystrophy.”Warning to Glenn Beck: Don’t Drink Diet Coke
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The U.S. government classifies marijuana—along with heroin and LSD—as a Schedule I drug, the most tightly restricted category of drugs in the United States. According to the federal government, Schedule I drugs are unsafe and have "no currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States."
Really?
As medical marijuana proponents have pointed out since the Controlled Substances Act was passed by Congress in 1970, cannabis has been used medicinally for thousands of years, and there has never been a reported case of a marijuana overdose. Moreover, in recent years clinical researchers around the world have demonstrated the medicinal value of cannabis.
We talked to a doctor, a pharmacist, and a patient to get three firsthand perspectives on medical cannabis. Special thanks to Dr. Donald Abrams, JoAnna LaForce and Don Grubbs.
Approximately 10 minutes. Produced by Paul Feine and Alex Manning.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5dD7dFkmfA&feature=player_embeddedThe U.S. government classifies marijuana—along with heroin and LSD—as a... more
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Chris Tatevosian grew up in Holliston, Massachusetts and graduated college in 1983 with a Bachelor of Science in Ecology and a minor in Chemistry. Employed as an analytical chemical technician for seven years before becoming an occupational safety coordinator/consultant. In 1980 he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Divorced with one stepson,23 year old Jesse, who lives in Vermont, Tatevosian now lives in Massachusetts. He has since remarried. He and his wife Jane, Jane's two younger children, 19-year-old Mark and 23-year-old Lauren live in their new home in suburban Massachusetts.
Recently you may have read about Chris Tatevosian and this candid and humble self-help memoir he has written entitled Life Interrupted, It’s Not All about Me. In the book Chris shares with readers, his diagnosis of multiple sclerosis and how his poor me attitude cost him his marriage. Chris hopes that others might learn from his relationship destroying mistakes to communicate more effectively and avoid allowing disability and feelings of decreasing self-worth to destroy one’s relationship.
Buy "Life Interrupted" on Amazon: http://amzn.to/d8g6hy
Chris' website: http://www.lifeinterrupted-nolonger.com/aboutthebookauthorbio.htm
Chris on YouTube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9V3tcUgv6E
Chris on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=823764906
Chris' radio show on blogtalk radio: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/winninglifethroughpainChris Tatevosian grew up in Holliston, Massachusetts and graduated college in 1983... more
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Olbermann Apologizes To Melanie Lawson, Houston News Anchor With Multiple Sclerosis Who Fell From Chair (VIDEO)
Huffingtonpost.com
Keith Olbermann apologized to Houston news anchor Melanie Lawson Wednesday night on “Countdown,” just one day after airing an embarrassing clip that showed Lawson falling out of her chair during a live broadcast.
For full story and to See ..Olbermann Apologizes To Melanie Lawson, Anchor With MS Who Fell From Chair…WATCH THIS...(FALL VIDEO)...http://ctpatriot1970.wordpress.com/2010/04/01/olbermann-apologizes-to-melanie-lawson-news-anchor-with-ms-who-fell-from-chair-video/
The reason for Olbermann’s apology? It turns out that Lawson has multiple sclerosis, which might help to explain the incident. According to a mutual friend of both the MSNBC host and the anchor, Lawson has used a cane for years.Olbermann Apologizes To Melanie Lawson, Houston News Anchor With Multiple Sclerosis... more
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Sunday, February 7, 2010 - A systematic review conducted by The Global Neuroscience Initiative Foundation found that five of six controlled trials reported a reduction in spasticity and an improvement in mobility amongst multiple sclerosis patients using cannabis extracts.
The two researchers, Shaheen Lakhan and Marie Rowland from the Los Angeles-based foundation, searched for trials evaluating cannabis extracts. Specifically, they were looking for extracts known as delta 9 - tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). Their study was published in the December 2009 issue of BMC Neurology.
What they were trying to correlate was the benefits of these two extracts for treating one of multiple sclerosis' most hard to treat symptoms: spasticity. Spasticity is the involuntary tension or contraction of muscles and is one of the most common and tell-tale symptoms of MS. Most of the current therapies and medications for this symptom are hard to obtain, have a poor track record, or come with intolerable side effects.
Of course, the introduction of THC and CBD into patient groups came with some side effects, most notably intoxication. The level depended on the treatment dose and, interestingly, was also reported in the placebo groups of the studies as well.
The studies considered included those only with THC and CBD combinations used for the therapies and only for the specific treatment of spasticity in MS patients. Each study had varying outcomes, but the overall trend between them showed a reduced spasticity in treated patients and an improvement in general symptom reduction. The adverse events reported with these studies were generally considered well-tolerated by the patient and relatively mild.
The medical benefits of cannabis have been long known to various people around the world, but only recently have been accepted by modern science. The American College of Physicians only just endorsed medical marijuana in 20082 and the use of hemp, a member of the cannabis family, for health has been a staple of the natural health movement.3
This latest study from the Global Neuroscience Initiative Foundation shows that the benefits of using cannabis in multiple sclerosis therapies far outweigh the light side effects they have. In many areas, sufferers from MS have often turned to marijuana to relieve their symptoms, usually without a doctor's knowledge or consent.
On some fronts, most notably the acceptance of medical marijuana and cannabis extract treatments, the main stream medical establishment seems to be finally coming around.
Resources:
1 - Whole plant cannabis extracts in the treatment of spasticity in multiple sclerosis: a systematic review, Shaheen El Lakhan and Marie Rowland, BMC Neurology, December 2009
2 - American College of Physicians Endorses Medical Marijuana, by Adam Miller, NaturalNews.com
3 - Hemp FAQ, by Mike Adams, NaturalNews.com
http://cannabisasmedicine.com/story/cannabis-beneficial-multiple-sclerosis-patients-study-findsSunday, February 7, 2010 - A systematic review conducted by The Global Neuroscience... more
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More than 55% of multiple sclerosis patients have been found to have constricted blood vessels in their brains, a US study says.
LINK : http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8509106.stmMore than 55% of multiple sclerosis patients have been found to have constricted blood... more
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After years of skillfully juggling a fast-growing business and a full personal life, [Lisa Disbrow] faced a gut-wrenching dilemma. Not only was the breakneck pace to which she was accustomed becoming difficult to maintain, it was now a hazard to her health. Stress, her doctors warned, would cause more frequent flare-ups of her MS, during which her symptoms intensified and put her out of commission for days or weeks at a time. And keeping the disease at bay required drugs that suppressed her immune system and left her susceptible to other illness.
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Read the story at the link:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/35018307/After years of skillfully juggling a fast-growing business and a full personal life,... more
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Dating Site for Singles with Health Conditions and STDs Announces New Features
Goal of 8,000 Members Worldwide Reached
January 21, 2010 (MMD Newswire) Atlanta, GA - - Prescription4Love.com, the dating and friendship service for people with diseases and health conditions, announces exciting new features to help their members connect and interact. These new features include blogging, instant messaging, multiple pictures, public/private access, virtual gifts and an option of saving favorites.
With 8,000 members worldwide, Prescription4Love.com is fast becoming the Facebook or Match.com for those with afflictions and has filled the void for many lonely people. “We are always working on ways to improve Prescription4Love.com. We want to connect as many suffering people and give them a place to meet others with similar afflictions without the embarrassment and judgment. So far, we have connected over 8,000 people. Our goal has always been to improve lives through love and friendship,” explains Prescription4Love creator, Ricky Durham.
Prescription4Love helps those suffering from: ADD / ADHD, Allergies / Asthma, Amputee, Anxiety Disorders, Arthritis, Autism / Aspergers, Blindness / Eye Disorders, Breathing Disorders / COPD, Burn Survivors, Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Deafness, Diabetes, Disabled, Dyslexia, Epilepsy, Heart Disease / Stroke, Hepatitis, Herpes, HIV, HPV, IBS / IBD, Infertility / Impotence, Little People, Lupus, Multiple Sclerosis, Obesity, Paraplegic, Parkinson's Disease, Psychiatric Disorders / Bipolar, Quadriplegic, Recovering Alcoholics, Skin Disorders, Speech Disorders, Tourette Syndrome and Transplant Patients.
About Prescription4Love.com:
Ricky Durham’s brother Keith was the inspiration for Prescription4Love. Keith battled Crohn’s Disease (under IBD) and at times weighed between 75-125 lbs. His normal weight was around 150 lbs. It was difficult for him to disclose his disease to anyone, especially the reality of using a colostomy bag. Wanting to help his brother connect with others, especially others with the same illness, Ricky Durham created Prescription4Love. Although Keith passed away July 15, 2004, he was pleased with the work his brother had begun. Now 6 years later, Prescription4Love has helped over 8,000 people find love and friendship.
Prescription4Love and Ricky Durham are featured in Daryn Kagan’s (from CNN) new book “What’s Possible: 50 True Stories of People Who Dared to Dream They Could Make a Difference”.
Contact information:
Ricky Durham
Phone: 770-934-0385
Cell: 205-746-3618
Email: Ricky@Prescription4Love.com
Website: http://www.Prescription4Love.com
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A New Jersey man on trial for growing 17 marijuana plants on his property was found not guilty yesterday of the most serious charge against him, that of operating a drug production facility, which carries a potential 20-year sentence. But multiple sclerosis-sufferer John Wilson, 37, still faces the possibility of five to 10 years in prison, because the jury found him guilty of second-degree manufacturing and third-degree drug possession. It's possible that Wilson avoided conviction on the most serious charge because he cast doubt on the credibility of state troopers who arrested him in August 2008—with a little help from the National Guard.
Wilson maintains that he was growing the marijuana because it helps alleviate his MS symptoms, but Superior Court Judge Robert Reed had ruled that the validity of medical marijuana was a matter for the Legislature and inadmissible in court. Nevertheless, Wilson was able to make one mention of his condition during his testimony on Wednesday, when he contradicted the state troopers who swore they did not discuss why he was growing the drug. "I told them I was not a drug dealer and I was using the marijuana to treat my M.S.," Wilson said.
Juror Mark Imbriani, who is actually a criminal defense lawyer in Somerville and a former assistant prosecutor in Union County, tells the Star-Ledger that some jurors "didn’t feel as though (the detectives) were being candid when they responded to those questions." The trial prompted sick marijuana users to protest outside the courthouse, and two state senators who sponsored a medical marijuana bill have been seeking a pardon for Wilson. "This case has been a horrible waste of taxpayers’ dollars and just a cruel and inhumane use of prosecutorial powers, which is one of the things pardons are designed to overcome," New Jersey State Senator Ray Lesniak said.
Speaking of wasting taxpayer dollars, it also emerged during the trial that the military helped bust the sickly pot grower. Deputy Attorney General Russell Curley told the jury during closing arguments that the plants were spotted by a National Guard helicopter because they were 6 feet tall: "These weren’t plants. These were trees." And before his arrest, Wilson was surprised to see a helicopter hovering over his two-bedroom farm house, testifying that "it looked like some sort of Army, or I guess National Guard helicopter."A New Jersey man on trial for growing 17 marijuana plants on his property was found... more
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FRIDAY, Dec. 4 (HealthDay News) -- Cancer patients, glaucoma patients and others can benefit from medical marijuana, and now a new analysis shows that it can help multiple sclerosis (MS) patients find relief from the muscle spasms that are the hallmark of the debilitating autoimmune disease.
"The therapeutic potential of cannabinoids in MS appears to be comprehensive, and should be given considerable attention," said lead researcher Dr. Shaheen Lakhan, executive director of the Global Neuroscience Initiative Foundation.
"Spasticity, an involuntary increase in muscle tone or rapid muscle contractions, is one of the more common and distressing symptoms of MS," the researchers noted in their review. "Medicinal treatment may reduce spasticity, but may also be ineffective, difficult to obtain or associated with intolerable side effects," they added.
"We found evidence that cannabis plant extracts may provide therapeutic benefit for MS spasticity symptoms," Lakhan said.
Although some objective measures showed improvement, there were no significant changes in after-treatment assessments, Lakhan said. "However, subjective assessment of symptom relief did often show significant improvement post-treatment," he added.
For the study, Lakhan and his colleague Marie Rowland reviewed six studies where marijuana was used by MS patients. Five of the trials showed that marijuana reduced spasms and improved mobility, according to the report published Dec. 3 in the online journal BMC Neurology.
Specifically, the studies evaluated the cannabis extracts delta9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). These studies found that both THC and CBD extracts may provide therapeutic benefit for MS spasticity symptoms, Lakhan said.
Although there was a benefit from using marijuana there were also side effects, such as intoxication. This varied depending on the amount of marijuana needed to effectively limit spasms, but side effects were also seen in the placebo groups, Lakhan and Rowland noted.
The careful monitoring of symptom relief and side effects is critical in reaching an individual's optimal dose, Lakhan said. "Moreover, there is evidence that cannabinoids may provide neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory benefits in MS," he added.
"Considering the distress and limitations spasticity brings to individuals with MS, it would be important to carefully weigh the potential for side effects with the potential for symptom relief, especially in view of the relief reported in subjective assessment," Lakhan said.
Dr. Moses Rodriguez, a professor of neurology and immunology at the Mayo Clinic, said that "the idea of using cannabis to treat MS has been around for a long time."
Rodriguez noted that the effects of using marijuana have been mixed. "It has been difficult to know whether the effect has been just a general well-being or whether it has a direct effect on muscle fibers and spasticity," he said.
If drugs could be developed that take away the intoxicating effects of marijuana, it could have a direct effect on spasms without the high, Rodriguez said.
The Obama administration announced in October that it will no longer prosecute medical marijuana users or suppliers, provided they obey the laws of states that allow use of the drug for medicinal purposes.
Rodriguez said he is often asked by his MS patients about whether there is a benefit to using marijuana.
"What I tell my patients," he said, "is if they want to try it they should try it. They should understand that there is a potential for it to be habit-forming and there may be a potential that they are fooling themselves."
Patricia A. O'Looney, vice president of biomedical research at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, said the society has studied this issue and does not think enough is known to recommend that MS patients use marijuana.
"Because the studies to date do not demonstrate a clear benefit compared to existing therapy, and issues of side effects and long-term effects are not clear, the recommendation is that it should not be recommended at this time," she said.
Another expert, Dr. William Sheremata, director of the Multiple Sclerosis Center at the University of Miami School of Medicine, also doesn't think MS patients necessarily benefit from marijuana use.
Sheremata noted that the objective measures in the study did not show any benefit from marijuana. "Those are the only valid measures. Subjective responses are subjective; they really don't have much in the way of validity," he said. "I am not convinced that the use of marijuana benefits patients as a whole."
http://www.cannabisculture.com/v2/content/review-finds-marijuana-may-help-ms-patients
http://health.usnews.com/articles/health/healthday/2009/12/04/review-finds-marijuana-may-help-ms-patients.htmlFRIDAY, Dec. 4 (HealthDay News) -- Cancer patients, glaucoma patients and others can... more
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The National Multiple Sclerosis Society held this event at the Lexington Marriott Griffin Gate Resort. Dinner, dancing, auction, speakers, music, entertainment and more. Charitable guests paid for this evening and then made donations for auction items. Kristie Palerno-Kent told her story and played a movie describing her struggles. She then blessed everyone with a song she wrote and produced. Skip Castle was awarded for his help and service to the MS Society and Susie Svetich started off the announcements and dinner. *This was filmed using the digapen from www.diganet.net* In Lexington contact me for information on this and other surveillance cameras available for sale. Photos from this event can be ordered at www.neilsulier.com.The National Multiple Sclerosis Society held this event at the Lexington Marriott... more
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Life is so short. In many ways it is cruel. All too often it is only when we are faced with our imminent demise do we suddenly wake up and start to appreciate the true joy of living and experiencing everything that our beautiful planet has to offer. Lori Schneider is an inspirational mountaineer who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis but didnt let it get in the way of her dream to climb the 7 summits. As she describes on her blog living and working with MS is a huge challenge but she pushes on and good for her.
I hope you enjoy this inspirational MS video – Please take a moment to comment afterwards and give your thoughts on her journey of empowerment whilst dealing with MS.Life is so short. In many ways it is cruel. All too often it is only when we are faced... more
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The L.A. AIDS Walk 2009 is coming up oh-so-soon! This annual event raises awareness about HIV/AIDS and collects funds to support the Los Angeles AIDS community and the organizations throughout the city that improve the lives of HIV positive people. The money raised from the AIDS Walk is dispersed to organizations all over the city that provide testing services, prevention education, treatment resources and more. One of the primary benefactors of the walk is AIDS Project Los Angeles, an organization which among other things, advocates for effective and equitable local and national public policy for HIV and AIDS related issues.
As you know, Causecast is excited to be a part of the AIDS Walk. Our team of staff, interns and friends will be out in full force, walking the 10K loop of West L.A. for this amazing cause!
If you haven’t signed up for the walk yet, allow Brandon Trentham to fill you in on what you might be missing on October 18…
You might recognize Brandon from…well, everything. He’s a top male model that’s been featured in tons of major magazines and fashion shows. Hear what he has to say about how his step-father’s battle with Multiple Sclerosis impacted him, and how he has carried his passionate energy on to the AIDS Walk.The L.A. AIDS Walk 2009 is coming up oh-so-soon! This annual event raises awareness... more
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Proponents of medical marijuana gathered at the Somerset County Courthouse in Somerville to support a Franklin Township man who faces drug charges for growing marijuana in his backyard. John Ray Wilson, 36, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2002, but because he does not have health insurance, he says he cannot afford prescription medicines. He has tried a number of therapies, including honeybee stings, but says marijuana is the best medicine he has found. His attorney, James Wronko, of Somerville, says Wilson didn’t want to continue buying marijuana from drug dealers so he decided to try and grow it himself. But a helicopter pilot spotted the 17 plants, which were over six feet tall, in his backyard and alerted authorities. Wilson was charged with maintaining a drug production facility, a first-degree offense, and faces a maximum of 20 years in prison, up to 10 years without parole. In July, Superior Court Judge Robert Reed ruled Wilson cannot mention his illness at trial because personal use of marijuana is not a legal defense in New Jersey, even though the state legislature is currently considering a law that would legalize medical marijuana. Wronko has appealed the decision. (Video by Nyier Abdou/The Star-Ledger)Proponents of medical marijuana gathered at the Somerset County Courthouse in... more
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A total of 582 drummers assembled at Birmingham's National Indoor Arena keen to make their way into the Guinness Book of World Records and raise money for charity.
The group of celebrities, band members and children broke the record shortly before 4pm.
Among the participants were Slade's Don Powell and Cold Feet star John Thomson.
Organiser Craig Glover said: "It's been absolutely fantastic. Everyone has really enjoyed themselves - it was a really good atmosphere.
"We did a simple rock groove and played for at least 10 minutes.
"We have video evidence and certificates, which we will now send off to get verified by Guinness (World Records)."
The event, named Stick It To MS, has so far raised £20,000 for the Multiple Sclerosis Society but organisers are hoping that number will rise to £50,000.
The record was previously set by 533 musicians in America three years ago.A total of 582 drummers assembled at Birmingham's National Indoor Arena keen to... more
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Julie Stachowiak, Ph.D from About.com explains why she thinks that researchers may be on the wrong track due to the animal models they rely on for research:
"The thinking goes like this: the animal model of multiple sclerosis (which is used for treatment and drug development) is very different from the human experience of multiple sclerosis. In the animal model, the MS-like condition (in which the myelin indeed is attacked by the immune system) leads to death or disability, while in people the course of multiple sclerosis is much more varible (and only rarely leads to death). Therefore, claim the researchers, these are really two different diseases (with the further proof that, despite extensive research, these animal-based treatments do not "cure" MS)."
Read more: http://ms.about.com/b/2009/06/09/could-ms-doctors-be-treating-the-wrong-disease.htm
Rustry Bromley, COO of MRF, took the time to respond to this blog:
MS research has relied heavily on the EAE model and yet virtually every therapy that worked in EAE has not been successful in the clinic.
Conversely Tysabri didn’t work very well in the EAE model but has been very successful in people with MS.
The Myelin Repair Foundation is always keeping in mind that animal models are just that, models, not the real human disease. While the MRF does use two different EAE models we are very conscious of their limitations. Because of those limitations we also use other animal models that do not rely on activated T-cells to damage myelin.
The referenced article makes a very good point that the immune response in MS, while it certainly causes significant damage in MS, may not be the underlying cause of the disease. Article: http://jrsm.rsmjournals.com/cgi/content/full/98/7/303?maxtoshow=&HITS=10&hits=10&RESULTFORMAT=&searchid=1&FIRSTINDEX=0&minscore=5000&resourcetype=HWCIT
At this point, we are remaining open minded about what causes MS and are willing to recognize the value of alternative hypothesis.Julie Stachowiak, Ph.D from About.com explains why she thinks that researchers may be... more
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