Israeli government approves guidelines for medical marijuana

[FruityBud]

The Israeli government approved on Sunday arrangements and supervision regarding the supply of cannabis for medical and research purposes.

A statement from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's media adviser said "the Health Ministry will – in coordination with the Israel Police and the Israel Anti-Drug Authority – oversee the foregoing and will also be responsible for supplies from imports and local cultivation."

Of approximately 6,000 Israelis currently being treated with medical cannabis (aka medical marijuana), most suffer from chronic pain and terminal illnesses. The therapeutic potential of cannabis has been known for many years and is recognized by the Health Ministry.

But many patients – such as sexual assault victims suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), who have been recommended psychiatric treatment with medical cannabis - encounter bureaucratic obstacles.

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[Roddy]

Other countries getting it right....NICE!

 

[powerplanter]

I think I just read something on High Times about the man who discovered THC. If I remember right, he is from Israel. They are allowed to experiment and see if and what it actually helps. It was a great article. They're finding out a lot of things about Marijuana.

 

[bho_expertz]

Raphael Mechoulam. He uses THC in oil to treat patients. He is one of the most important persons in the world for THC research.

Holy man. He is blessed for sure.