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Australia’s medical cannabis system expanded rapidly through telehealth and high-volume prescribing. Now regulators are tightening oversight. The TGA and AHPRA are increasing scrutiny on prescribing practices, signaling a shift from rapid patient access toward stricter clinical control that could reshape how doctors prescribe and how patients obtain treatment.
Missouri legalized cannabis, then moved to squeeze intoxicating hemp into the dispensary system. HB 2641 is being sold as consumer protection, but critics say it protects licensed marijuana operators while threatening hemp retailers, growers, and small businesses across the state.
Cannabis and mental health risks are often overstated in public debate. Research shows heavy use and high THC exposure can increase psychosis risk in vulnerable individuals, but widespread claims of a mental health crisis lack strong evidence. This piece examines the data, separates correlation from causation, and breaks down what cannabis users need to know.
Idaho lawmakers passed a resolution urging voters to reject a medical cannabis initiative before it reaches the ballot. The move highlights how officials are shaping public opinion ahead of a vote, while maintaining strict prohibition and blocking even limited access for patients.
