The Oregon Medical Marijuana Act was passed by Oregon voters on November 3, 1998, and went into effect on December 3, 1998. The Oregon Health Services was given the responsibility of developing a registration system for patients and caregivers by May 1, 1999. On May 21, 1999, the first registration cards were issued.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), gastric reflux disease, acid reflux disease, or reflux (in babies and young children) is a chronic symptom of mucosal damage caused by stomach acid coming up from the stomach into the esophagus.
Leave gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD - also referred to as acid reflux disease) untreated for a long time and the result isn't just discomfort. When not treated effectively, the constant acid reflux can irritate the lining of the esophagus, and serious complications can occur. Barrett's esophagus, esophageal cancer, laryngeal cancer, erosive esophagitis, and esophageal strictures, all make the list of conditions that can be born out of long-term GERD.