Mario Anzuoni / ReutersToday the National Academy of Sciences released a comprehensive review of research on marijuana and concluded that marijuana does indeed have medical value. The report concluded, "Considering the range of social concerns in contemporary America, marihuana does not, in our considered judgment, rank very high. A 1982 report concluded, "Cannabis and its derivatives have shown promise in the treatment of a variety of disorders. Currently 28 U.S. states have medical marijuana laws, and 16 additional states have CBD laws. Amanda Reiman is manager of marijuana law and policy at the Drug Policy Alliance.

Source: Huffington Post January 12, 2017 23:18 UTC