Education Is the Key to Safe Medical Cannabis Access
Written by Dra Rocio VargasWhen a patient first steps into a medical cannabis dispensary, the shelves can feel overwhelming. Oils, capsules, tinctures, and flowers carry labels with THC percentages, CBD ratios, and terpene profiles. Without clear guidance, confusion can lead to unsafe use or missed opportunities for healing. With the right education, however, these same […]
The Dark Side of Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome and Why It Matters for Travelers and Patients
Written by Dra Rocio Vargas A Hidden Risk Few Expect Imagine being on vacation, enjoying the vibrant streets of Medellín or Bogotá, when sudden waves of nausea strike. The sickness is relentless, and the only thing that seems to help is taking a hot shower. Within hours, the vomiting returns, sending you to the emergency […]
Legalización de “Dispensarios” en Colombia: Cannabis medicinal en Colombia y el camino hacia la venta en farmacias
Written by Dra. Rocio Vargas Forero Situación actual del cannabis medicinal en Colombia Colombia ha sido reconocida durante años como pionera en América Latina en la regulación del cannabis medicinal. En 2016 se aprobó la Ley 1787, que creó un marco legal para el cultivo, la investigación y el acceso de los pacientes. Más tarde, […]
Legalization of “dispensaries” in Colombia: Medical Cannabis in Colombia and the Path Toward Pharmacy Sales
Written by Dra. Rocio Vargas Forero Current Status of Medical Cannabis in Colombia Colombia has been recognized for years as one of the pioneers in Latin America when it comes to regulating medical cannabis. The country passed Law 1787 in 2016, which created a framework for cultivation, research, and patient access. Later, Decree 811 of 2021 […]
Latest News on the Legalization of the Use of Recreational Cannabis
In September 2024, a new proposal to decriminalize marijuana for recreational purposes was brought in front of the First Commission of the Colombian Senate. The new proposal which was initiated by Senator Maria Jose Pizarro, one of the country’s most prominent advocates for cannabis legalization, aims to not just legalize the production and sale of […]