Prescription Weed

[MouseinMelbourne]

Can you get her Delta 8 chewables? They're legal in most states.

 

[Kwami]

Can you get her Delta 8 chewables? They're legal in most states.

I seriously doubt they're allowed on DCL ships or in most of the foreign ports that DCL visits. Delta-8's legality is questionable even in the US.

 

[SailorsWhyf]

Maybe with all of the struggles, you guys might want to consider a different vacation?

 

[cvjw]

Maybe with all of the struggles, you guys might want to consider a different vacation?

Agreed. Doesn’t sound like y’all are going to be happy on a cruise.

 

[AquaDame]

Yup. It's been legal here in Massachusetts for 6 years now.

8 in Oregon too. +1 to comments about CBD - it is not a controlled substance if it is derived from hemp currently and meets other requirements, but that may not be a point you want to argue at the port if you find someone overzealous. I think the real advice would be to find another way... has she tried acupuncture as someone else mentioned? Since you mentioned getting a prescription and not already having one, has she seen a doctor already and ruled out basic stuff like low dose aspirin, exercises, massaging, hot and cold compresses, that sort of thing?

https://www.natlawreview.com/article/new-dea-rule-creates-more-uncertainty-legality-cbd-extracts

 

[mousefan73]

See a doctor for professional advice on alternatives and maybe try a week totally loading up on turmeric and ginger and see what that does. Here you can buy those in liquid shot form. I have one for breakfast every day just for general inflammation control

 

[lanejudy]

Any advice on how to help her control her pain while on board then?

I believe you have cruised previously, though it probably has been a while now, but what used to work? Can she manage for the length of your vacation using those techniques? Maybe a higher strength med, or slower-paced day with more breaks. Has she tried gel injections, maybe if done just before the cruise? Just tossing out some suggestions to discuss with her medical provider.

 

[pjacobi]

Don't bring "alternative prescriptions" to the airport because airports follow federal rules, even if such things are legal in your state.


-Paul

 

[tvguy]

Don't bring "alternative prescriptions" to the airport because airports follow federal rules, even if such things are legal in your state.


-Paul

Same with National Parks. We toured Alcatraz two years ago and in the Welcome speech the Park Ranger warned that while Alcatraz is in California, Federal law applies in a National Park and marijuana in any form is illegal on the "rock"

 

[lklgoodman]

She could rent a scooter if walking causes her pain. I have chronic pain from a car wreck. Not having to clean my house, cook meals, and running errands like grocery shopping while on a cruise helps me. As another poster mentioned, check out the different spa options. I know you can't bring heating pads, but they have those heated loungers in the rainforest rooms, plus the jacuzzies on the ships may help. I don't have arthritis, so not sure if any of these would help her or not.

 

[Kwami]

She could rent a scooter if walking causes her pain. I have chronic pain from a car wreck. Not having to clean my house, cook meals, and running errands like grocery shopping while on a cruise helps me. As another poster mentioned, check out the different spa options. I know you can't bring heating pads, but they have those heated loungers in the rainforest rooms, plus the jacuzzies on the ships may help. I don't have arthritis, so not sure if any of these would help her or not.

They might have heating pads available at the medical facility, too. I know that they have cold packs.

 

[larissawbb]

She could ask her doctor about a low dose course of prednisone.

 

[katmigordon]

I appreciate the advice.
When we were cruising before she didn't have it, this is a newish development - less than 6 months.

I believe you have cruised previously, though it probably has been a while now, but what used to work? Can she manage for the length of your vacation using those techniques? Maybe a higher strength med, or slower-paced day with more breaks. Has she tried gel injections, maybe if done just before the cruise? Just tossing out some suggestions to discuss with her medical provider.

 

[lanejudy]

I appreciate the advice.
When we were cruising before she didn't have it, this is a newish development - less than 6 months.

Then it sounds as though she hasn’t really tried much if it’s only been an issue for six months. Have her chat with her medical provider - there are options both pharmaceutical and non. It can take time to find what works well. My DH got some relief from the gel injections but it tends to be relatively short - but would cover a cruise. He also uses a cream daily and a lower dose Rx. Heating pads and massage also helps. Good luck!

 

[katmigordon]

Can we bring a heating pad? I wasn't sure if it would be seen as a fire hazard.

Then it sounds as though she hasn’t really tried much if it’s only been an issue for six months. Have her chat with her medical provider - there are options both pharmaceutical and non. It can take time to find what works well. My DH got some relief from the gel injections but it tends to be relatively short - but would cover a cruise. He also uses a cream daily and a lower dose Rx. Heating pads and massage also helps. Good luck!

 

[katmigordon]

I'll have her talk to Janet about it, thank you.

She could ask her doctor about a low dose course of prednisone.

 

[soniam]

Can we bring a heating pad? I wasn't sure if it would be seen as a fire hazard.

I think heating pads are forbidden. It should say in the prohibited items.

 

[insureman]

I think heating pads are forbidden. It should say in the prohibited items.

From DCL website.

• Electrical appliances and components
  • Blenders
  • Bottle sterilizers and warmers (A limited number of approved bottle warmers and bottle sterilizers are available upon request through Guest Services)
  • Coffee makers
  • Diffusers
  • Electric blankets
  • Electric irons and Steamers (all ships offer self-service laundry facilities equipped with irons and ironing boards)
  • Extension cords, power strips and surge protectors
  • Heating pads
  • Hot plates
  • Microwave ovens
  • Rice cookers
  • Seasonal and/or celebratory light bulb strings

 

[PrincessShmoo]

Can we bring a heating pad? I wasn't sure if it would be seen as a fire hazard.

No, you can't bring a heating pad. But you could look into these:
https://www.amazon.com/HotHands-Bod...sprefix=hot+hands+body+warmers,aps,145&sr=8-5

 

[VegastoDis]

Can we bring a heating pad? I wasn't sure if it would be seen as a fire hazard.

Last cruise, guest services said we could get one from the health center for a fee. I don’t remember the amount

Can we bring a heating pad? I wasn't sure if it would be seen as a fire hazard.

Last time guest services said we could get one from health services for a fee.