Production of medicinal cannabis was legalised in Australia last year. Source: AAP
Patients with chronic illnesses could soon find it much easier to access medicinal cannabis, under changes announced by the federal government. Health Minister Greg Hunt announced Australian companies will be able to import regular shipments of the medication, possibly within the next two months. He says the imports will be enough to keep up with demand while local marijuana growers gear up to produce the drug domestically. Ivan and Selina has more.
Patients with chronic illnesses could soon find it much easier to access medicinal cannabis, under changes announced by the federal government. Health Minister Greg Hunt announced Australian companies will be able to import regular shipments of the medication, possibly within the next two months. He says the imports will be enough to keep up with demand while local marijuana growers gear up to produce the drug domestically. Ivan and Selina has more.
