Republican Governor Terry Branstad signed a bill, the Medical Cannabidiol Act (SF 2360), allowing regulated CBD medications for children in Iowa. As the medical potential for CBD raises attention across the nation, parents in need of new options for their children are pressing lawmakers to get bills like the Medical Cannabidiol Act signed in their respective states.

Pictured above is Jayden David; he has a severe seizure-causing disorder called Dravet syndrome. His father was one of the first people to publicize this controversial, but ultimately life-saving, decision to treat his son with CBD oil extract. Their story has become synonymous with the success of CBD treatment, and can be followed on their Facebook page: Jason and Jayden’s Journey.

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