Legalized Marijuana Sends The Wrong Message To Children The U.S. Supreme Court's decision on so-called medical marijuana will create an explosive reaction among the citizens of our country who believe that marijuana should be legalized for medical purposes. However, the dangers of consuming marijuana outweigh the so-called benefits of using cannabis as a method for pain management. Marijuana smokers have been shown to suffer an increased incidence of bronchitis and respiratory infections. It involves inhaling over 400 carcinogens that are potent and known to cause cancer. Also, studies show that someone who smokes five joints per week may be taking in as many cancer-causing chemicals as someone who smokes a full pack of cigarettes every day. [continues 351 words]
Dedication And Cooperation Can Make A Difference Most of The Times' readers are probably aware that Huntsville's neighboring counties to the south and east (Marshall, Jackson and DeKalb) have had major methamphetamine problems. Several deaths have been reported in these counties and numerous fires and explosions related to manufacturing this drug are occurring more and more frequently. "Mom and Pop" labs are steadily increasing in the bordering counties. This deadly and highly addictive drug has now become a serious problem in Huntsville/Madison County. [continues 226 words]
