According to WSFA, medical marijuana was legalized by the state legislature in Alabama three years ago, but patients are still unable to access the treatment due to doctors being unable to prescribe it.
The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission is facing legal challenges from companies that are keen on opening medical marijuana dispensaries, leading to a pause in the rollout of the substance. The lawsuits have caused significant delays in the implementation process.
According to Alabama-based physician Marshall Walker, his patients frequently inquire about the timing of the vaccine’s arrival, asking, “When are we going to get it, doc? When will it be available?”
Physicians from out of state gathered in front of a cannabis clinic waiting to open in Montgomery, where they shared their experiences of using the substance for good with patients and fellow doctors in attendance.
Corey Hebert, a doctor hailing from Louisiana, witnessed a touching moment where a mother administered medical cannabis to her child which resulted in the child’s seizures stopping for the very first time.
According to Hebert, veterans suffering from chronic pain or PTSD have found cannabis to be a highly effective treatment option.
According to him, the organic medication has proven to be non-addictive. Additionally, unlike several pharmaceutical drugs, there is no risk of overdose for patients.
Hebert expressed her concerns about prescribing opioids, admitting that every time she does, she feels like she is causing harm to her patients. She strongly believes that there should be alternative options for pain relief, while still ensuring that patients receive the necessary medication they require.
During a recent meeting, a doctor highlighted a concerning statistic – since 9/11, more than 7,000 US military personnel have lost their lives in combat, but a staggering 40,000 have taken their own lives. However, doctors at the meeting expressed optimism that medical cannabis could be a solution to this issue and help alleviate chronic pain for countless others.
‘Read More:
- DNR imposes fine on cattle farmer facing imprisonment
- No charges filed against officer involved in fatal shooting at Shawnee QuikTrip