NFL player advocates for Medical Marijuana research at symposium yesterday
Hitting the gridiron means dealing with aches and pains, but for Baltimore Ravens left tackle Eugene Monroe that doesn't mean he's willing to accept future penalties. Monroe was one of the many advocates of marijuana research at UNLV on Wednesday for a symposium.
"We are warriors, we're gladiators, no one wants to talk about wants to hear about your pain," said Monroe.
Monroe has witnessed how professional athletes rely on prescription drugs like opiates to deal with the pain of injury. Wednesday, Monroe stepped up as the first active NFL player to advocate for cannabis research.
"Medical cannabis has a way to mitigate pain, and potentially has the ability to protect our brain," said Monroe.
Monroe shared his message at UNLV by joining others who want to break down barriers to cannabis research.
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