Anna Schwartz

Anna Schwartz completed her master's degree in public health with a focus on harm reduction. She is passionate about cannabis education and eliminating misinformation through data-driven research. Anna loves spending her free time in the great outdoors!

Anna Schwartz
Since October 31, 2022

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North Dakota Advocates for Hospice Patients’ Access to Medical Cannabis
3 weeks ago

North Dakota Advocates for Hospice Patients’ Access to Medical Cannabis

In 2016, North Dakota voters approved a medical cannabis ballot. Since 2018, voters have attempted to pass adult use but have failed. North Dakota legislation has also shot down bills decriminalizing marijuana for several years. But in brighter news, legislation from Rep. Mary Schneider (D) cleared the House in an 86-6 vote this March, allowing…

Texas Is Attempting to Combat Its Opioid Crisis With Medical Cannabis
3 weeks ago

Texas Is Attempting to Combat Its Opioid Crisis With Medical Cannabis

In 2015, Texas passed the Compassionate Use Act, which allowed patients with intractable epilepsy to access low-THC cannabis oil containing no more than 0.5% THC and at least 10% CBD. In 2019, the program was expanded to include patients with other qualifying conditions, such as terminal cancer, autism, multiple sclerosis, and certain neurological disorders. However,…

A Guide to Insurance and Medical Cannabis
1 month ago

A Guide to Insurance and Medical Cannabis

Due to cannabis’ federal Schedule I status, there are several limitations to who can provide cannabis and if insurance is able to step in and assist with the cost of seeing a provider and covering the cost of the cannabis. In states that allow medical marijuana programs, healthcare providers can’t prescribe medical marijuana, but healthcare…