Florida lawmakers are weighing a new bill that would protect medical marijuana patients from losing parental rights simply because they use cannabis legally. The proposal would bar courts from denying custody, visitation, or parenting time based solely on a parent’s status as a state-approved medical marijuana patient.Supporters say the bill addresses a real problem: parents … [Read more...] about Don’t Take the Kids, I’ve Got a Card
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High Hopes, Hard Facts: New Evidence Tempering the Medical Cannabis Narrative
Recent scientific scrutiny has delivered a sobering verdict on the much-touted medical virtues of cannabis, revealing a stark contrast between public perception and clinical reality. A comprehensive review of the latest research, drawing on thousands of studies over the past decade and a half, finds that for most of the ailments that drive patients to seek out cannabis, the … [Read more...] about High Hopes, Hard Facts: New Evidence Tempering the Medical Cannabis Narrative
Oncology Doctors Lack Training in Medical Cannabis Use
A recent nationwide survey has brought to light a growing concern within the field of oncology: a significant number of cancer specialists feel unprepared to discuss or recommend medical cannabis to their patients, despite increasing patient interest in its use for symptom management.As cannabis legalization expands across the United States, more cancer patients are turning to … [Read more...] about Oncology Doctors Lack Training in Medical Cannabis Use
Medical Cannabis Shows Strong Promise for Cancer Patients, Landmark Study Finds
In a major breakthrough for both medicine and cannabis advocacy, researchers have confirmed what many patients and caregivers have long suspected: medical cannabis is significantly improving the lives of cancer patients.A sweeping new study out of the UK has delivered compelling evidence that medical cannabis can effectively reduce symptoms like pain, anxiety, and insomnia in … [Read more...] about Medical Cannabis Shows Strong Promise for Cancer Patients, Landmark Study Finds
Kentucky medical marijuana lottery dominated by out-of-state pot companies
Kentucky regulations mandate that licensed medical cannabis cultivators grow their product in secure, indoor facilities. Most of the first 26 businesses to win Kentucky medical cannabis cultivator and processor licenses from its lottery system are tied to marijuana companies based in other states, one of which likely submitted hundreds of applications. Kentucky Gov. Andy … [Read more...] about Kentucky medical marijuana lottery dominated by out-of-state pot companies
NY’s medical cannabis sales in decline as retail ramps up
When the recreational use of cannabis was legalized in New York State, it was widely predicted that the medical marijuana business would suffer as a result. Now, sales data provided to NY Cannabis Insider confirms this was the case, and the outlook doesn’t get any brighter moving forward. New York’s ROs (Registered Operators) have seen their share of total cannabis sales … [Read more...] about NY’s medical cannabis sales in decline as retail ramps up
Washington To Do Away With 37% Medical Cannabis Tax
Lawmakers in Washington State “recently passed a bill granting an exemption from the 37% excise tax for medical marijuana patients and designated providers,” according to Forbes. The passage of the measure eliminates what has been characterized as “one of the highest tax rates imposed on medical marijuana products.” The bill, HB 1453, was originally introduced last year. Per … [Read more...] about Washington To Do Away With 37% Medical Cannabis Tax
Some Florida children see benefits from medical marijuana, but questions remain
In Focus: Medical marijuana for children was legalized in Florida in 2016 It’s commonly used to treat children living with debilitating medical conditions Some of the biggest concerns are quality control and a lack of studies on medical marijuana in children It’s a debate that’s been going on for years now in our state: medical marijuana for children. We’re looking at all of … [Read more...] about Some Florida children see benefits from medical marijuana, but questions remain
How do I get medical marijuana? Middle GA pharmacy among first to sell in the U.S.
As Georgia became the first state in the U.S. to allow pharmacies to sell medical cannabis, a pharmacy in Warner Robins became one of the first pharmacies in the country to sell the products. Robins Pharmacy, at 150 South Houston Lake Road, made low-dose THC products available on Oct. 27 to customers who have a medical marijuana card. Ankit Patel, owner of Robins Pharmacy, said … [Read more...] about How do I get medical marijuana? Middle GA pharmacy among first to sell in the U.S.
Medical cannabis industry struggles to expand access in Georgia
Sixty-year-old Sylvia Hayes from Stone Mountain lives with severe chronic pain resulting from several car accidents. She says medical cannabis is the only way she experiences relief. That’s why Hayes was one of the first patients lined up at the door of Trulieve, a Marietta dispensary of low-THC oil, when it opened this year. THC, or Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, is the … [Read more...] about Medical cannabis industry struggles to expand access in Georgia
