Pubdate: Tue, 06 May 2014
Source: Boston Herald (MA)
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Author: Joanne Maguire
Page: 14

DRUG DOUBLE STANDARD

There seems to be a lot of concern by lawmakers and drug abuse 
prevention groups, about the possible abuse of the painkiller Zohydro 
("Advocates call for more restrictions on Zohydro," April 29). 
However, there does not seem to be the same concern for medical 
marijuana, which is already legal in our state.

Both Zohydro and marijuana are extremely useful and advantageous when 
used appropriately. However, Zohydro is approved by the Food and Drug 
Administration, prescribed by a physician and stored at a pharmacy. 
In contrast, marijuana is not approved by the FDA and remains illegal 
under federal law. It will be grown in multiple facilities and 
distributed by multiple registered marijuana dispensaries throughout our state.

I find it ironic that lawmakers and drug abuse prevention groups are 
so very concerned about the possible abuse of Zohydro but seemingly not of pot.

- - Joanne Maguire, Burlington
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