Posts tagged marijuana
Marijuana toxicosis in 2 donkeys

The prevalence of the marijuana use has increased over the past decade with the changing state-wide legislative landscape in the United States. There are now stores in various states that sell this product for recreational use in humans. This in turn has resulted in more veterinary visits for our canine companions who were exposed to their owner’s marijuana and were negatively affected. This article highlights a new species that is also susceptible to adverse effects from THC exposure and demonstrates important clinical signs for veterinarians to look out for.

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What do pharmacists know and think about medical marijuana? A report from the Golden State

Views on the medical efficacy and acceptability of marijuana (cannabis) have changed dramatically in recent years.  Today, most Americans (62%) favor legalization, and most states have approved marijuana for medical use.  California was the first state to allow individuals to legally use medical marijuana and has recently allowed recreational use.  California is already a very large market and it is expected to become the largest in the country, with estimated sales of $7.2 billion by 2024

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