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Is Marijuana Helpful In Preventing Or Treating Cancer?

Hi, my name is Corina Salinas and I m a currently write a research paper in my 12 grade English class for my final exam. I decided to write about marijuana, and whether it is bad for you or not. You could say my goal is to settle the argument . I was hoping to ask you a few questions and your opinion. I must have one interview for my paper. 1. Is marijuana bad for you?2. Can you overdose on marijuana? 3. Does it help prevent or cure cancer? If so, how? 4. What are long term side effects to marijuana?5. Are there benefits? 6. What are the pros and cons (just some main ones)7. Is there a difference in potency in marijuana as apposed to back in the day ?Thank you so much for your time, and looking forward for hearing back from you soon!Sincerely, Corina Salinasemail- YYYY@YYYY
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Your answers are: 1. Yes, no doubt about it. 2. It can cause intoxication but is unlikely to cause death by overdose. 3. No 4. Psychosis, cognitive impairment, anxiety disorders, bronchitis etc. 5. Some effects may be beneficial in certain situations, like reduction of nausea, improvement in appetite. 6. Cons: Increases the risk of developing psychosis and anxiety disorders. Pros: May help in nausea due to chemotherapy in cancer patients. May help in multiple sclerosis. 7. Yes, potency is increasing day by day and it is a cause for concern.

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Is Marijuana Helpful In Preventing Or Treating Cancer?

Hi, Your answers are: 1. Yes, no doubt about it. 2. It can cause intoxication but is unlikely to cause death by overdose. 3. No 4. Psychosis, cognitive impairment, anxiety disorders, bronchitis etc. 5. Some effects may be beneficial in certain situations, like reduction of nausea, improvement in appetite. 6. Cons: Increases the risk of developing psychosis and anxiety disorders. Pros: May help in nausea due to chemotherapy in cancer patients. May help in multiple sclerosis. 7. Yes, potency is increasing day by day and it is a cause for concern. Best wishes.