It's a fact that firefighters and ems personnel experience PTSD at rates far higher than the general population. In fact, Studies have found that anywhere between approximately 7 percent and 37 percent of firefighters(similar to war veterans) meet the criteria for a current diagnosis of PTSD as opposed to 3.5 percent of the general population.(https://www.verywellmind.com/rates-of-ptsd-in-firefighters-2797428; https://www.firerescue1.com/health/articles/new-study-estimates-20-percent-of-firefighters-paramedics-have-ptsd-6zymMnUZ7sWwZib6/)
There are studies and reports from reputable sources that support the claim that medicinal marijuana in conjunction with other therapeutic methods, help to alleviate the symptoms associated with PTSD. (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=use+and+effects+of+cannabinoidsin+military+veterans+with+posttraumatic+stress+disorder;
Pittsburgh's fire union has fought and won the right for their uniformed personnel to be allowed the use of medicinal marijuana as a tool in the battle against the symptoms of PTSD. It's time that we, the members of the BCFD, also be allowed to benefit from the use of medicinal marijuana as it relates to mental health.
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I know many firefighters who are fighting their own internal battles from the events they have witnessed. Their scars leave a deeper mark than anyone can imagine. Please hear their cries.
Retired after 30 years. Seen many struggle with little support and no help. Anything that would help should be tried.
I am not a user of medical marijuana but the science shows ot is helpful for PTSD. It should be an option for those who need it.
I think we all try to manage the negative byproducts of this job the best ways that we can... but i just don't think that we do a great job of it. Another tool for us to use to try and get by
As a PTSD survivor I'd much rather take a plant of Mother Nature than the man made Schedule 1 CDS medication, made up of ingredients that I have avoided for years, to control my PTSD and side effect migraines. The evidence is CLEAR. We should also ascertain if MM is being used at the IAFFs Center for Excellence treatment center in PG Co MD
Please don't deny these courageous men and women the use of med Marijuana. It's better then being addicted to opioids.
Medical marijuana saves lives. I’ve seen this plant help so many people. Why can’t it help the ones who help us?
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It's a fact that firefighters and ems personnel experience PTSD at rates far higher than the general population. In fact, Studies have found that anywhere between approximately 7 percent and 37 percent of firefighters(similar to war veterans) meet the criteria for a current diagnosis of PTSD as opposed to 3.5 percent of the general population.(https://www.verywellmind.com/rates-of-ptsd-in-firefighters-2797428; https://www.firerescue1.com/health/articles/new-study-estimates-20-percent-of-firefighters-paramedics-have-ptsd-6zymMnUZ7sWwZib6/)
There are studies and reports from reputable sources that support the claim that medicinal marijuana in conjunction with other therapeutic methods, help to alleviate the symptoms associated with PTSD. (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=use+and+effects+of+cannabinoidsin+military+veterans+with+posttraumatic+stress+disorder;
Pittsburgh's fire union has fought and won the right for their uniformed personnel to be allowed the use of medicinal marijuana as a tool in the battle against the symptoms of PTSD. It's time that we, the members of the BCFD, also be allowed to benefit from the use of medicinal marijuana as it relates to mental health.
Updates
Reached 250 supporters
January 14, 2020
Reached 100 supporters
January 14, 2020
January 11, 2020
We are rapidly approaching our first major milestone of one hundred signatures. Please direct others to this page so we can demonstrate a significant level of interest to the relevant authorities.
87 Comments
Improving the quality of life for our first responders should be a top priority for ALL of us! Too many are forced to turn to prescription medications or alcohol to alleviate mental and emotional pain, PTSD, etc. Please move this forward it is an issue of our compassion and humanity.
I know many firefighters who are fighting their own internal battles from the events they have witnessed. Their scars leave a deeper mark than anyone can imagine. Please hear their cries.
Retired after 30 years. Seen many struggle with little support and no help. Anything that would help should be tried.
I am not a user of medical marijuana but the science shows ot is helpful for PTSD. It should be an option for those who need it.
I think we all try to manage the negative byproducts of this job the best ways that we can... but i just don't think that we do a great job of it. Another tool for us to use to try and get by
As a PTSD survivor I'd much rather take a plant of Mother Nature than the man made Schedule 1 CDS medication, made up of ingredients that I have avoided for years, to control my PTSD and side effect migraines. The evidence is CLEAR. We should also ascertain if MM is being used at the IAFFs Center for Excellence treatment center in PG Co MD
Please don't deny these courageous men and women the use of med Marijuana. It's better then being addicted to opioids.
Medical marijuana saves lives. I’ve seen this plant help so many people. Why can’t it help the ones who help us?
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Improving the quality of life for our first responders should be a top priority for ALL of us! Too many are forced to turn to prescription medications or alcohol to alleviate mental and emotional pain, PTSD, etc. Please move this forward it is an issue of our compassion and humanity.