medical cannabis
Coverage of medical cannabis in the Nexus archive.
- Nepal’s Gandaki province legalizes medical cannabis farming and use
Nepal’s Gandaki province has legalized farming and use of marijuana for medical purposes. The provincial government in Nepal approved the move to permit medical cannabis cultivation and application.
- Nepal’s Gandaki province legalizes medical cannabis farming and use
Nepal's Gandaki province has legalized medical cannabis farming and use despite a national ban. Farmers must obtain official permission and are closely monitored, while the national law imposes penalties for possession and distribution. The province, home to Pokhara, allows cannabis use during the Shivaratri festival, reflecting its cultural and religious significance.
- Agitation in Dementia Can Be Helped by Medical Cannabis, Study Suggests
Agitation in advanced dementia, affecting nearly half of those nearing the end of life, is challenging to manage and distressing for patients and caregivers. A study suggests medical cannabis may help alleviate this symptom.