Pharmacists are currently excluded from cannabis dispensing and oversight despite patients using it as a therapeutic agent, creating a gap in medication safety and standardized care. The authors argue that integrating pharmacists into cannabis policy and dispensing systems would improve patient safety and align cannabis use with established clinical standards.
The Brain Science Behind the Munchies – Nautilus Magazine
Research into the neurological mechanisms underlying cannabis-induced appetite stimulation is advancing understanding of how THC influences hunger signaling in the brain. These findings have clinical relevance for patients receiving cannabinoid therapy for conditions such as cachexia or chemotherapy-related anorexia, where more precise dosing guidance may improve treatment outcomes.