Since Florida’s medical cannabis program began in 2017, just under 250,000 residents have received MMJ licenses
That’s more than twice the amount of MMJ patients that there was this time last year.
The state’s medical cannabis industry is expected to surpass the billion-dollar mark by 2020, with over 100 dispensaries approved for service and over 2,000 qualifying physicians prescribing the versatile plant
Locally, there are now six medical cannabis dispensaries with at least four more on the way in the next year or so
Medical cannabis is here, and it’s here to stay
Local doctors have already begun adjusting to the changing landscape. Dr. Rene Pulido began prescribing cannabis to cancer patients at his clinic, Emed Specialty Group, before deciding to launch a new branch of his clinic dedicated to medical cannabis.
“I’ve been working to help my community for the last ten years and this is one of those rare breakthrough treatments that can improve lives without potential strong side effects,” says Dr. Pulido. “Many medications come with strong side effects or risk of addiction and that makes every prescription a balancing act. Being able to offer this treatment for
All of these changes have come about quite rapidly, and as a result, there are still plenty of questions and misunderstandings about medical cannabis.
Separating fact from fiction isn’t always easy, so we’ve taken a few common questions and concerns about medical cannabis and done our best to help set the record straight.
There’s an ongoing debate on whether CBD is safe for animals or not. As a matter of fact, the recent boom of the CBD market has been taking different directions. Surprisingly, CBD for our furry dogs, cats, and even horses is becoming the new normal to treat an array of health complications.
The rise of homeopathic treatments is rapidly growing among pet-parents, in an attempt to decrease the use of conventional drugs. From treats and CBD oil tinctures, animals are benefitting from the miracle-working formula hemp-derived CBD offers.
Many animals, like humans, have the endocannabinoid system which is responsible for processing the cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant. CBD can help out if your pet has presented any of these common symptoms:
- Joint issues
- Discomfort
- Chronic pain issues
Also, remember hemp-derived CBD won’t get your dog high, but it will definitely help out on your pet’s health.
