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2 June 2014
Drugs are illegal. But you still have rights!

Drugs are illegal. But you still have rights!

This video by Skoun (Lebanese Addictions Center) shows possible violations that can happen during the arrest and detention of people who use drugs and how to prevent and address them.
3 June 2014
A vote on medical marijuana in New York State

A vote on medical marijuana in New York State

The New York State Assembly easily approved a law legalizing medical marijuana, and there appear to be enough votes to pass similar legislation in the State Senate if that chamber’s leaders agree to allow a vote.
3 June 2014
Medical Marijuana (no) Precedent in Bulgaria

Medical Marijuana (no) Precedent in Bulgaria

Marin Kalchev is a multiple sclerosis patient, who uses marijuana extract to manage the negative symptoms of his chronic disease. He was arrested in April 2013 for cannabis growing, but was eventually judged not guilty by the court.
4 June 2014
Canada House of Commons passes palliative care bill

Canada House of Commons passes palliative care bill

The House of Commons almost unanimously voted in favor of Motion M-456, recognising that there is a need for national strategies, frameworks and blueprints in hospice palliative and end-of-life care.