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Title: 2019/10/17 - FAMU MMERI Partners with Bi-National Health Fair andHispanic Heritage Celebration in Quincy.
Creator: Medical Marijuana Research Initiative, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Abstract/Description: The health fair will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at 315 N. Key St., Quincy. The event is free and open to the public. It will include medical and dental exams, information booths, health screenings for diabetes and blood pressure and many other services. Mexican Consulate services will also be provided. PAEC helps small school districts with limited resources to better serve children, teachers, and administrators. The organization serves 14 member districts, representing over 45,000 students,...
Show moreThe health fair will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at 315 N. Key St., Quincy. The event is free and open to the public. It will include medical and dental exams, information booths, health screenings for diabetes and blood pressure and many other services. Mexican Consulate services will also be provided. PAEC helps small school districts with limited resources to better serve children, teachers, and administrators. The organization serves 14 member districts, representing over 45,000 students, as well as many other non-member districts. Maria Pouncey, Ed.D., administrator for the Panhandle Area Educational Consortium, said she appreciates the effort being made by MMERI to reach out to all of Florida’s diverse minority communities .
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Date Issued: 2019/10/17
Identifier: FAMU-6891
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: 2019/10/24 -FAMU SGA Campus Forum on Marijauna Use Press Release.
Creator: Medical Marijuana Research Initiative, Florida A&M University
Abstract/Description: The Florida A&M University (FAMU) Student Government Association (SGA) will host an on-campus forum to help educate students on the issues surrounding medical marijuana and the use of illegal marijuana. The student forum will be held in collaboration with the FAMU Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative (MMERI) at Perry-Paige Auditorium 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 29. The event is free and open to the public. The panel includes: Mutaqee Akbar, JD, Akbar Law Firm; Rev....
Show moreThe Florida A&M University (FAMU) Student Government Association (SGA) will host an on-campus forum to help educate students on the issues surrounding medical marijuana and the use of illegal marijuana. The student forum will be held in collaboration with the FAMU Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative (MMERI) at Perry-Paige Auditorium 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 29. The event is free and open to the public. The panel includes: Mutaqee Akbar, JD, Akbar Law Firm; Rev. Shawana Elwood New Mount Zion AME Church; Alexis McMillan, RPH, Economy Drug Store; Mark Moore, MD, MedCan, LLC; Gwendolyn Singleton, Ph.D., College of Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities; Chief Terence Calloway FAMU Police Department; Cynthia Hughes-Harris, MMERI research chair and dean, School of Allied Health Sciences; Antoneia Roe, JD, FAMU Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution.
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Date Issued: 2019/10/24
Identifier: FAMU-6890
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: 2020/01/09 - MMERI Radio Forum Features Conversations on Cannabis with Medical Doctors, a Patient with Parkinson’s Disease and a Stress Therapist.
Creator: Medical Marijuana Research Initiative, Florida A&M University
Abstract/Description: This week’s episode of Florida A&M University (FAMU) MMERI Forum Radio features two back-to-back half-hour episodes of conversations on anxiety, stress management and how cannabis works on the human body. The episode also includes a conversation with Parkinson’s patient Glen Penfield talking about his personal journey with medical marijuana. The program’s feature counselor, educator and psychotherapist Alishea Rowley, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the FAMU College of Education, certified...
Show moreThis week’s episode of Florida A&M University (FAMU) MMERI Forum Radio features two back-to-back half-hour episodes of conversations on anxiety, stress management and how cannabis works on the human body. The episode also includes a conversation with Parkinson’s patient Glen Penfield talking about his personal journey with medical marijuana. The program’s feature counselor, educator and psychotherapist Alishea Rowley, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the FAMU College of Education, certified cannabis physician Dr. Kantilal Bhalani, M.D., of Doctors Goodwill Foundation and Affordable Care Clinics and Dr. Bhavin Patel, M.D., of Affordable Care Clinics.
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Date Issued: 2020/01/09
Identifier: FAMU-6889
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: 2019/10/04-FAMU MMERI Press Release Announcing Launch of State-Wide Radio Show.
Creator: Medical Marijuana Research Initiative, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Abstract/Description: lorida A&M University’s (FAMU) Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative (MMERI) today launched MMERI Forum Radio, an expansion of its successful community forums held in Tallahassee, Orlando, Pensacola, Fort Lauderdale and Miami. MMERI Forum Radio is a half-hour weekly program that airs Friday and Sunday at 12:30 p.m. on WANM Radio 90.5 FM in Tallahassee and southern Georgia and Friday at 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. on WILD Radio 95.5 FM in West Palm Beach and the Treasure Coast. The...
Show morelorida A&M University’s (FAMU) Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative (MMERI) today launched MMERI Forum Radio, an expansion of its successful community forums held in Tallahassee, Orlando, Pensacola, Fort Lauderdale and Miami. MMERI Forum Radio is a half-hour weekly program that airs Friday and Sunday at 12:30 p.m. on WANM Radio 90.5 FM in Tallahassee and southern Georgia and Friday at 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. on WILD Radio 95.5 FM in West Palm Beach and the Treasure Coast. The radio program is designed to inform and educate the public about medical marjiuana and the impact of the unlawful use of marijuana on Florida’s diverse communities.
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Date Issued: 2019/10/04
Identifier: FAMU-6894
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: 2019/10/17 -MMERI Hold Community Forum at Melbourne Church.
Creator: Medical Marijuana Research Initiative, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Abstract/Description: The community forum will be held at The MaxOut Church, 1106 W.H. Jackson St., Melbourne, Fla., 10:13 a.m. Sunday, October 20. The event will feature panelists with medical, political, law enforcement and social justice backgrounds. The forum is free and open to the public. MaxOut Church pastor Leo Stoney said he invited MMERI to come and present information about medical marijuana and the impact of unlawful marijuana on Florida’s diverse minority communities after being a panelist at MMERI’s...
Show moreThe community forum will be held at The MaxOut Church, 1106 W.H. Jackson St., Melbourne, Fla., 10:13 a.m. Sunday, October 20. The event will feature panelists with medical, political, law enforcement and social justice backgrounds. The forum is free and open to the public. MaxOut Church pastor Leo Stoney said he invited MMERI to come and present information about medical marijuana and the impact of unlawful marijuana on Florida’s diverse minority communities after being a panelist at MMERI’s Orlando community forum. He saw how critical it was to bring this information to the public. Stoney said he believes in the power of education and awareness.
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Date Issued: 2019/10/17
Identifier: FAMU-6893
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: 2019/10/17 MMERI Radio Forum: College Students and Law Enforcement.
Creator: Medical Marijuana Research Initiative, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Abstract/Description: This week’s episode of MMERI Radio focuses on law enforcement and college students, drug tests, campus policies for students recommended to use medical marijuana, common misconceptions about marijuana possession and other topics. Florida A&M University (FAMU) Police Chief Terence Callaway and Will Cannon of Danzy Bail Bonds will join co-hosts Angela Hardiman, public affairs liaison for the Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative (MMERI), and Patricia Green-Powell, MMERI interim...
Show moreThis week’s episode of MMERI Radio focuses on law enforcement and college students, drug tests, campus policies for students recommended to use medical marijuana, common misconceptions about marijuana possession and other topics. Florida A&M University (FAMU) Police Chief Terence Callaway and Will Cannon of Danzy Bail Bonds will join co-hosts Angela Hardiman, public affairs liaison for the Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative (MMERI), and Patricia Green-Powell, MMERI interim executive director.
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Date Issued: 2019/10/17
Identifier: FAMU-6892
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: MMERI List of Community Forums.
Creator: Medical Marijuana Education Research Initiative, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Abstract/Description: A listing of community forums beginning 04/30/2019 through 02/27/2020, including panelists and places held.
Date Issued: 03/31/2020
Identifier: FAMU-6896
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: MMERI List of Community Forums II.
Creator: Medical Marijuana Education Research Initiative, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Abstract/Description: A listing of community forums with date held and participating panelists. The list covers forums from 04/30/2019 through 02/27/2020.
Date Issued: 03/11/2020
Identifier: FAMU-6897
Format: Document (PDF)

Title: MMERI Promo Video for 2020/08/31 Forum.
Creator: Medical Marijuana Education Research Initiative, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Abstract/Description: Angela Hardeman introduces the topic and panelist for the August 31, 2020 forum. "What's New in Marijuana?" The upcoming forum will feature Molly Bell, Director for Cannabis at the Florida Department of Agriculture, and, Dr. Terrell Newton, Anesthesiologist for acute pain and injury.
Date Issued: 2020/08
Identifier: FAMU-6901
Format: Video file

Title: MMERI Forum Radio (Episode 6) ft. Bhalani & Patel (Final).
Creator: Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative
Identifier: MMERI_43
Format: Audio file

Title: Videocast MMERI 04/03/2020 PART I (Dr. Newton).
Creator: FAMU MMERI, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Abstract/Description: Carol Davis, FAMU Associate Director of Communications, and, Angela Hardiman, interview Dr. Terel Newton of Acute Injury Relief about COVID-19 Prevention, Treatment and the Impact on Medical Cannabis Patients. Discussions include increased anxiety due to the pandemic and the possible need to increase dosage. Dr. Newton also recommends meditation as a possible therapy combined with medical cannabis.
Date Issued: 04/03/2020
Identifier: FAMU_3424
Format: Video file

Title: Videocast MMERI 04/10/2020 Part II (Dr. Newton).
Creator: FAMU MMERI, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Abstract/Description: Carol Davis, FAMU Associate Director of Communications, and, Angela Hardiman, Public Affairs Liaison MMERI, talk with Dr. Terel Newton of Acute Injury Relief about COVID-19 Prevention, Treatment and the Impact on Medical Cannabis Patients. They address such issues as delivery changes, disruptions in supply and possibly adjusting cannabis dosage to deal with increased anxiety. Dr. Newton also warn patients about smokeable medical cannabis in this era of COVID-19 especially if the patient has...
Show moreCarol Davis, FAMU Associate Director of Communications, and, Angela Hardiman, Public Affairs Liaison MMERI, talk with Dr. Terel Newton of Acute Injury Relief about COVID-19 Prevention, Treatment and the Impact on Medical Cannabis Patients. They address such issues as delivery changes, disruptions in supply and possibly adjusting cannabis dosage to deal with increased anxiety. Dr. Newton also warn patients about smokeable medical cannabis in this era of COVID-19 especially if the patient has underlying respiratory issues.
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Date Issued: 04/10/2020
Identifier: FAMU_3422
Format: Video file

Title: Videocast MMERI 04/29/2020 (Dr. Lowe) II.
Creator: FAMU MMERI, Florida A&M University
Abstract/Description: This episode features the infamous Dr. Henry Lowe, a pioneer in the medical marijuana space. As part of the expansion collaborative, this episode is hosted by Attorney Scheril Murray Powell.
Date Issued: 04/29/20
Identifier: FAMU_3432
Format: Video file

Title: Videocast MMERI 04/29/2020 Dr. Neville Ballin, MD.
Creator: FAMU MMERI, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Abstract/Description: This episode features Dr. Neville Ballin, MD, discussing patients transition from self-medication (bush therapies) to a clinical environment. As part of the expansion collaborative hosted by attorney Scheril Murray Powell, this episode.
Date Issued: 4/29/2020
Identifier: FAMU_49
Format: Video file

Title: Videocast MMERI 04/24/2020 (Valeria Robinson Baker, RPh, CPh, Olympia Consulting Pharmacy).
Creator: FAMU MMERI, Florida A&M Agricultural and Mechanical University
Abstract/Description: MMERI videocast hosted by Angela Hardiman, Public Affairs Liaison MMERI, and Angela Hardiman FAMU Associate Director of Communications. The guest for this episode is Valeria Robinson Baker, RPH, CPH. Mrs. Baker is a FAMU alum and is employed by Olympia Compounding Pharmacy. She is in charge of non-compounding staff at Olympia. She discusses the role of the pharmacist in looking at patient profiles to spot any adverse drug interaction with medical marijuana.
Date Issued: 04/24/2020
Identifier: FAMU_3429
Format: Video file

Title: Videocast MMERI 04/02/2020 (Garcia).
Creator: FAMU MMERI, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Abstract/Description: Viedocast hosted by Carol Davis, Associate Director of Communications, and Angela Hardiman, Public Affairs Liaison MMERI with special guest Attorney Reginald Garcia of Flordia Clemency Lawyer.com. The topic of discussion is COVID-19 and the Impact on Unlawful Marijuana. Additional topics of discussion include; The release of non-violent offenders due to COVID-19 Conditional medical release Humanitarian/Compassionate release Clemency The ten specific diseases listed in Florida statutes that...
Show moreViedocast hosted by Carol Davis, Associate Director of Communications, and Angela Hardiman, Public Affairs Liaison MMERI with special guest Attorney Reginald Garcia of Flordia Clemency Lawyer.com. The topic of discussion is COVID-19 and the Impact on Unlawful Marijuana. Additional topics of discussion include; The release of non-violent offenders due to COVID-19 Conditional medical release Humanitarian/Compassionate release Clemency The ten specific diseases listed in Florida statutes that qualify for medical marijuana and other debilitating medical conditions of the same class.
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Date Issued: 04/02/2020
Identifier: FAMU_3423
Format: Video file

Title: Videocast MMERI 04/24/2020 (Dr. Bhavin Patel).
Creator: FAMU Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Abstract/Description: This episode features Dr. Bhavin Patel, MD, Clinical Director of Healthy Option Consulting and member of the MMERI External Advisory Council
Date Issued: 04/24/2020
Identifier: FAMU_3428
Format: Video file

Title: Videocast MMERI 04/29/2020 (Dr. Lowe).
Creator: FAMU Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Abstract/Description: This episode features the infamous Dr. Henry Lowe, a pioneer in the medical marijuana space. As part of the expansion collaborative, this episode is hosted by Attorney Scheril Murray Powell.
Date Issued: 04/29/2020
Identifier: FAMU_3431
Format: Video file

Title: Videocast MMERI 05/07/2020.
Creator: FAMU Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Abstract/Description: Video hosted by Carol Davis, FAMU Assistant Director of Communications, and, Angela Hardiman, Public Affairs Liaison for MMERI. Guest include Guylane Berry , CEO of Sak Pak Media, Charles Cherry II, J.D., MBA, President of 623 Management Inc., and Scherill Murrau Powell Esq., Executive Director of Black Farmers and Agriculturalist of Florida. In this videocast the panel discuss the history and expansion of MMERI and getting communication out public about medical marijuana.
Date Issued: 05/07/2020
Identifier: FAMU_3420
Format: Video file

Title: Videocast MMERI 04/29/2020 (Dr. Block).
Creator: FAMU Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Abstract/Description: This episode features Dr. Jeffrey Block, MD, of Jackson Health System- Miam. He is a board certified anesthesiologist, a horticulturalist, and the only physician appointed by the Florida Surgeon General to determine the Department of Health’s rules for the Compassionate Medical Cannabis Act of 2014. As part of the expansion collaborative, this episode is hosted by Attorney Scheril Murray Powell.
Date Issued: 04/29/2020
Identifier: FAMU_3421
Format: Video file

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