The Senate recently passed legislation raising the age for legal purchase of tobacco from 18 to 21. I was pleased to support the bill — I do believe it will save lives.
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Proposed Medical Marijuana Dispensary in Allston
A medical marijuana dispensary has been proposed on Harvard Avenue in Allston and is moving through the state approval process. The company has secured signatures on a petition indicating non-opposition from nearby businesses and a letter of support from the Allston Civic Association. In November 2012, 65% of voters approved a ballot question to legalize medical marijuana.
Patient Experience Survey Results Released
On Tuesday, February 2, 2016, Massachusetts Health Quality Partners (MHQP) announces the results of the only independent statewide patient experience survey at www.healthcarecompassma.org. The survey encompassed nearly 65,000 patients from more than 500 primary care practices representing approximately 4,000 physicians across the state, who responded to the question of whether they would recommend their primary …
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The conversation about GMOs
Most of my colleagues in the legislature have endorsed a pending bill that would require labeling of foods produced from genetically modified farm crops. I’ve been a skeptic of the bill. The threshold question we have to ask is: can we successfully force a new Massachusetts food labeling system on the rest of the country?
Androgen should not be a controlled substance
I’m an almost 68 year old man with very low testosterone. My doctor prescribed Androgel which I apply to my skin once a day. I was just informed by my pharmacy that I can no longer get a 3 month supply because Androgen is a “controlled substance.” This is ridiculous. I would not take this …
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District Forum on GMOs and GMO Labeling, October 20, 7-9 PM, Watertown
Mark your calendars to attend this GMO Forum hosted by legislators in the 2nd Suffolk and Middlesex District on Tuesday, October 20, 7:00-9:00 PM, Watertown Middle School Auditorium, 68 Waverley Avenue, Watertown. This free public forum features four academic panelists and will provide substantive information on the science, economics, legal and regulatory frameworks, and health/environmental impacts of GMOs. There will be time for audience questions and comments. Please share the event flyer to spread awareness of the forum.