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Gibraltar legalizes medical cannabis

British overseas territory Gibraltar has legalized medical cannabis use for patients suffering from a number of conditions.

The Gibraltar Health Authority revealed that doctors will be permitted to prescribe cannabis-based products after they have received the relevant training. Patients suffering from multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, life-altering pain and nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy will be allowed to access medical marijuana if they fail to respond to standard medications.

The Drugs (Misuse) (Amendment) Regulations 2019 amend the Drugs (Misuse) Regulations 2005 to permit cannabis use for medical purposes. St. Bernard’s Hospital will dispense the cannabis to the patients that receive a prescription.

Read more at grizzle.com

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