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Opinion: Illinois Caregivers Program needs improvement

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As discussed in our 6-part series ( Part 3 ) What Illinois cannabis patients really want , according to the Illinois Department of Public Health ’s Guide for Designated Caregivers , “The designated caregiver can purchase medical cannabis on behalf of the patient. A perfect illustration of this would be Cow.

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Georgia Medical Cannabis Patients Can Now Purchase Cannabis Oil From Pharmacies

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Georgia medical cannabis patients will soon have greater access to treatment as cannabis oil will be sold in many more pharmacies. Eligible patients registered with the state’s Department of Public Health can purchase cannabis oil from Georgia’s independent pharmacies.

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Will Georgia Legalize Cannabis? GA Medical Cannabis Program Explained

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All eyes are on Georgia’s medical cannabis program as it continues to grow. The History of the Georgia Medical Cannabis Program Georgia’s medical cannabis program started sales this past spring. In 2015, Georgia passed HB 1, also known as the Haleigh’s Hope Act, allowing medical cannabis oil for medical use.

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Everything MMJ Patients Need To Know About Medical Marijuana Dispensaries in Texas

MMJ Recs

While the state has traditionally held a conservative stance on cannabis, there has been a gradual shift in public opinion and legislative action, paving the way for a more inclusive and patient-centric approach to healthcare. Additionally, patients must have exhausted all other available treatment options without finding relief.

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MMJ Laws in California: A Comprehensive Guide For Patients

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For patients seeking access to this valuable form of treatment, it’s essential to understand the complex web of regulations, legal requirements, and rights surrounding medical marijuana in the Golden State. California has long been a pioneer in the field of medical marijuana, and its MMJ laws have continued to evolve over the years.

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Illinois medical cannabis sales total $26.6M

Illinois News Joint

Licensed medical cannabis dispensaries served 62,618 unique patients, who purchased 1,271,270 grams of dry cannabis. The current total number of active patients in the Medical Cannabis Patient Program as of October 31,2023, is 138,616. Illinois dispensaries sold $12,439,305.15 in dry flower and $13,805,250.67

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Illinois medical cannabis sales lowest since March 2020

Illinois News Joint

November sales were the lowest since March 2020 totals of $23,397,209.38, despite serving only 129 less patients, selling 3,117 more grams of dry cannabis than the uptick-totals of October, and adding 644 new medical patients in the last 30 days. In November, dispensaries sold $12,052,297.62 in dry flower and $13,529,769.30