A fascinating session titled “Is There a role for Cannabis in Cancer Symptom Management?” was held yesterday at the 2019 American Cancer Society Annual Meeting.
Bottom line: only once cannabis is legal on a federal level will there be sufficient research about the risks and benefits of cannabis use in patients with cancer. http://bit.ly/2Kq2ruD
On Sunday, the Illinois Senate approved legislation that makes Illinois’ 2013 medical marijuana program permanent. The bill also expands the qualifying conditions for patients to be eligible for a prescription for medicinal cannabis, including migraines, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease and anorexia nervosa. http://bit.ly/2Kplo0q
A lawsuit was filed against the Justice Department alleging that keeping cannabis on the CSA posed serious health risks. Originally dismissed, an appeal was filed and it was decided to leave the case open to apply pressure to the DEA to de-schedule cannabis. Action could be taken soon http://bit.ly/30Yrue3
Cannabis consumers will have more payment options as Square launches a pilot program for select #CBD products. http://bit.ly/2XhCDo8
Medical cannabis remains inaccessible for many as its status as a Schedule I substance prevents insurance companies from covering #cannabis product costs, even though it would likely be lowering costs for the insurance companies too. http://bit.ly/30VaF3T
Cannabis use by older adults is increasingly common: rates of use by age group are increasing most rapidly among adults older than 65. Adults use #cannabis for #depression, #anxiety, #pain and more. Learn more at http://bit.ly/2WyxA5I
In response to increasing pressure from Congress, the #FDA holds Friday hearing on the health effects of #CBD to determine a marketing path for CBD products. Learn more at https://nyti.ms/2KhMmqI
Another example of federal regulations hindering the beneficial use of medical marijuana. Because the Veterans Administration is a cabinet-level organization, they cannot prescribe cannabis to vets dealing with pain, anxiety, PTSD, and other disorders that cannabis can treat. http://bit.ly/2W0ULRM
Terpenes are starting to be recognized for their value add to #cannabis, & we are seeing a rise in terpene-based products & consumables. Companies offering terpenes in essential oils & products such as the Pulsar Rok to experience them to their fullest. http://bit.ly/2VRTX1u
