Joining the wave of successful efforts across the country, the Sunshine State is the latest to have finally embraced the legalization of medical marijuana. The new development comes after the election of Governor Ron DeSantis, who has assigned the task of changing the law to the Legislature, with the intention of appealing to a court decision in mid-March, arguing that …
Green Health Opens Medical Marijuana Offices Across Florida
DATE: June 23, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Green Health Opens Medical Marijuana Offices Across Florida On June 9, 2017 during a special session, the Florida Legislature passed SB 8A and SB 6A, implementing Article X, section 29 of the Florida Constitution. On Friday, June 23rd, Governor Rick Scott signed these medical marijuana usage bills into law. Green Health …
CHT MEDICAL – A Florida Medical Marijuana Dispensary
CHT Medical – Marijuana from an Authorized Dispensary Since the passing of Amendment 2 on Nov 8 of last year in Florida, the medical cannabis industry has steadily flourished. This is good news not only for the cannabis industry, but also for patients who use marijuana as a treatment option. Apart from the fact that they can receive marijuana in …
KNOX CANNABIS – Modern Florida Medical Marijuana Dispensary
“Knox Dispensaries” – Delivering Medical Cannabis with the Highest Level of Care The KNOX cannabis nursery is a second-generation, family-owned business and is committed to providing the highest quality services and care. The State of Florida has given license to only 6 dispensing organizations for growing, refining, processing, dispensing, and transporting medical cannabis. Medical cannabis is given only to registered …
Florida Medical Marijuana – Providing Cancer Patients with Better Treatment
An In-Depth Look at Medical Marijuana and The Treatment of Cancer Introduction In light of recent Florida medical marijuana laws, interest in this alternative form of treatment has spiked. Many people are now curious about using medical marijuana for the treatment of illnesses, cancer being one of the most prominent. Marijuana has been a substance of interest for humans since …
Do you Need to See a Doctor to Get a Florida Medical Marijuana Card?
What Qualifies A Physician To Recommend Medical Marijuana? The state of Florida is one of the many U.S states that have come to appreciate and legalized the medicinal use of Marijuana. State-run agencies like the Florida Department of Heath (DOH) have been charged with regulating Medical Marijuana (MMJ). The Florida DOH educates and certifies Doctors to prescribe MMJ. It also …
Florida Medical Marijuana Provides Help for Seizures and Epilepsy
The Legalization of Medical Marijuana and its Implications Marijuana or cannabis has been used for centuries to treat different ailments, but unfortunately, it has gained a bad reputation as a drug that people get high off of. Although there is scientific evidence for the efficacy of marijuana as a treatment for certain neurological conditions, the legal issues surrounding access has …
Florida Medical Marijuana Rules & Regulations Moving Forward
Florida Moves Forward with Medical Marijuana In November 2016, Florida’s Medical Marijuana Legalization Initiative (Amendment 2) was approved by 71% of Florida voters. The legislation has allowed many patients who have been diagnosed with a debilitating medical condition to legally buy and use marijuana, strictly for medical reasons. Florida Medical Marijuana is only allowed when a patient has a prescription …
Glaucoma and Florida Medical Marijuana – Relieve Eye Pressure with Cannabis
THE EFFECT OF CANNABIS ON GLAUCOMA WHAT IS GLAUCOMA? Glaucoma is a condition that results due to a number of distinct eye diseases that lead to increased pressure within the eye. This group of ocular diseases are associated with progressive optic degeneration, which leads to the loss of visual function. Glaucoma is the second leading cause of bilateral blindness in …
How to get a Doctor Approved Medical Marijuana Card in Florida?
The Legal Process of Applying for a Florida Medical Marijuana Card Florida is one of several states that have legalized the medicinal use of cannabis. However, patients must obtain a medical marijuana (MMJ) card in Florida to qualify for treatment. Acquiring a medical marijuana card allows patients who suffer a variety of debilitating symptoms to receive relief. Anyone who wants …