How Hemp is Making Headlines If you keep an eye on the news, you may have seen recent reports on some states making THC (tetrahydrocannabinol, one of the cannabinoids in cannabis) illegal for hemp products. It’s an interesting development because an entire industry has been built on the promise of a comprehensive piece of legislation […]
They say the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence. That may be so, but it’s definitely different in Mississippi. As a medical marijuana patient from Louisiana, you can purchase medical cannabis products in Mississippi as a visiting patient. In this article, we’ll explore how to get your license and your […]
New laws impacting hemp and medical marijuana in Louisiana took effect on January 1st, 2025. Here is an overview of the laws and what they will mean to cannabis users in the state: Hemp Regulations Act 752 / HB952, tightens regulations on the state’s hemp industry. The law sets new serving size limits on THC products […]
If you’re planning a summer trip, you’ll want to be sure and read up on what’s required by the place you’re visiting concerning medical marijuana registration. Laws governing traveling with medical marijuana vary from state to state and some states don’t allow any kind of marijuana. If you’re a current medical marijuana patient, some states […]
Marijuana is on track to be rescheduled from Schedule 1 to Schedule III on the Drug Enforcement Agency’s (DEA) controlled substances list. But what will that mean for medical marijuana patients in Louisiana? In this article, we’ll define the list and how rescheduling might affect marijuana patients and businesses in Louisiana. The History of Marijuana […]
The Louisiana Legislature, currently in the regular session for 2024, announced Senate Bill 237, if passed, would prohibit businesses in Louisiana from selling consumable hemp containing any THC. This would eliminate the sale of hemp-derived beverages, gummies, and other consumables. Currently, from 0.5 milligrams up to 8 milligrams are allowed in “adult use” consumable hemp […]
Medical marijuana patient rights are the same as any patient in the United States. There are numerous laws in place to protect patients and allow for quality healthcare to be provided. Among those rights are the right to privacy. What is HIPAA? Most patients are aware of patient privacy laws. Medical practices that are compliant […]
If you had the ear of the Louisiana Legislature for five minutes, what would you ask? Several pieces of legislation are already being discussed in the 2024 Regular Session, so now is the time to make your voice heard. In this article, we’ll cover what legislation is being reviewed, what the current status is as […]
Recently, The Healing Clinics conducted a straw poll that asked the question, “What’s stopping you from joining the medical marijuana program in Louisiana?” The number one response was product cost followed by worries about how it might affect employment status. In this article, we’ll explore both concerns and offer reasons and possible solutions. There are […]
The classification of marijuana, including its medical use, is a complex and often debated topic. In the United States, marijuana was classified as a Schedule I controlled substance in 1970 under the federal Controlled Substances Act and has stayed there for more than 50 years. With ongoing research and indications from anecdotal patient reports, there […]
