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American Academy of Pediatrics Reaffirms Opposition to Legalizing Marijuana for Recreational or Medical Use

Updated policy statement includes option for “compassionate use” of marijuana for children with debilitating or life-limiting diseases

Elk Grove Village, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 26, 2015. In an updated policy statement and technical report, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) reaffirms its opposition to legalizing marijuana, citing the potential harms to children and adolescents.

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The AAP policy statement, “The Impact of Marijuana Policies on Youth: Clinical, Research, and Legal Update” and an accompanying technical reportwill…

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