How medical marijuana helps treat autism
Compounds in marijuana may help treat autism, two major studies concluded. A study released earlier this year by researchers at Stanford University found that autism may be caused in large part by a mutation in a gene which blocks the action of molecules responsible for signaling in the brain.
Published October 29th, 2013
New York’s problem with prescription drugs
New York - Nationwide, overdose rates are increasing at an alarming rate. In some states, overdose deaths have surpassed traffic accidents as the leading cause of accidental death. As the death toll rises, many are asking what can be done to combat this trend.
In the Media by Matthew DeLuca
NYC Council passes Community Safety Act, overrides Mayor's veto
In an historic vote today, a proposal to override Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s veto of
the Community Safety Act passed the New York City Council.
Digital Journal Report by Matthew DeLuca
NC Gov signs bill to protect fast food from lawsuits & soda bans
As cities like NYC are working to increase people’s access to healthy foods and
discourage the consumption of unhealthy foods, North Carolina policy-makers
have shown that they have a different priority—protecting the fast food industry
and its profits
In the Media
by Matthew DeLuca
How does medical marijuana affect a patient’s relationships?
As regions across the world continue to
legalize the use of medical marijuana, many patients admit there are still
considerable social and personal…(Medirevierw.com)
July 16, 2013 | Feature Story
by Matthew DeLuca
Washington State releases regulations for legal marijuana
A little over a month ago, the Washington State Liquor
Control Board released an initial draft of the regulations and restrictions that
will govern the newly legal marijuana industry in Washington State.
In the Media
by Matthew DeLuca
Comprehensive immigration reform considered on Senate floor
Debate on the Senate’s Comprehensive Immigration Reform
bill, SB 744, continues this week, as a series of amendments are being
considered that aim to make the bill palatable for Senate and House
Republicans, who so far, have opposed immigration reform.
In the Media by Matthew DeLuca
New Yorkers line Fifth Avenue for the Puerto Rican Day Parade Special
New York - Yesterday, Sunday June 9, marked the
56th annual Puerto Rican Day Parade. Cheers and music could be heard up
and down 5th Avenue, as the parade made its way from 44th street in midtown
up along Central Park all the way to 79th street.
Digital Journal Report by Matthew DeLuca
Oregon Governor signs bill for overdose prevention programs
On Thursday, January 6th, Oregon Governor, John Kitzhaber,
signed SB 384 A into law. The bill requires the Oregon Health Authority to
establish rules for training programs that will instruct individuals on
"lifesaving treatments for opiate overdose."
Read more: http://digitaljournal.com/user/88812/news#ixzz2aXkeIWZS
A little over a month ago, the Washington State Liquor
Control Board released an initial draft of the regulations and restrictions that
will govern the newly legal marijuana industry in Washington State.
In the Media
by Matthew DeLuca
Comprehensive immigration reform considered on Senate floor
Debate on the Senate’s Comprehensive Immigration Reform
bill, SB 744, continues this week, as a series of amendments are being
considered that aim to make the bill palatable for Senate and House
Republicans, who so far, have opposed immigration reform.
In the Media by Matthew DeLuca
New Yorkers line Fifth Avenue for the Puerto Rican Day Parade Special
New York - Yesterday, Sunday June 9, marked the
56th annual Puerto Rican Day Parade. Cheers and music could be heard up
and down 5th Avenue, as the parade made its way from 44th street in midtown
up along Central Park all the way to 79th street.
Digital Journal Report by Matthew DeLuca
Oregon Governor signs bill for overdose prevention programs
On Thursday, January 6th, Oregon Governor, John Kitzhaber,
signed SB 384 A into law. The bill requires the Oregon Health Authority to
establish rules for training programs that will instruct individuals on
"lifesaving treatments for opiate overdose."
Read more: http://digitaljournal.com/user/88812/news#ixzz2aXkeIWZS