Georgia Expands Medical Cannabis Access, Adds New Conditions
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has signed a new law that increases access to medical cannabis for patients in the state. The “Putting Georgia Patients First Act” allows more Georgians to access medical cannabis, which can provide faster pain relief.
The new law adds several new conditions to the list of qualifying medical conditions, including lupus and Crohn’s disease. It also increases the THC limit to 12,000 milligrams and amends the low THC wording in the medical cannabis patient registry.
Patients 21 and older will now have faster access to relief through inhalation methods, which can provide almost instantaneous relief. Gary Long, CEO of Botanical Sciences, said that the expanded access will help patients who previously had limited options.
Sam Hodges, an Effingham mother, said that medical cannabis has been life-saving for her son, who was suffering from 20 to 40 seizures a day until he started using THC oil. Since starting treatment, he has had no seizures.
Long said that patient feedback has been positive, with many patients reporting improved quality of life. Tarun Goyal of Miracle Leaf emphasized the importance of understanding the medical purpose of the program, noting that it is not intended for recreational use.
The new law aims to provide faster pain relief to patients in Georgia, giving them more options for managing their conditions.
