WHY IT MATTERS: Alabama patients with qualifying conditions can now begin the registration process to legally access medical cannabis, meaning those who have been managing symptoms without legal options may soon have a regulated, physician-supervised pathway available to them. CLINICAL OVERVIEW: Alabama has opened patient registration for its medical cannabis program, marking a significant step forward for a state that has historically maintained strict drug policies. The program will allow qualifying patients with conditions such as chronic pain, PTSD, anxiety, and cancer-related symptoms to access cannabis through licensed dispensaries.
Cannabis Industry Wage Crisis: Minimum Wage Catching Up to Once-Premium Jobs
Hawaii joining the growing list of states advancing cannabis legalization means more Americans may soon have access to regulated, tested cannabis products regardless of where they live. The cannabis industry, once known for above-average pay, is falling behind as minimum wages rise in 22 states and dozens of cities. Price compression and debt are forcing operators to make difficult choices about compensation.