Sanación sin fronteras con el Aceite Rick Simpson en Colombia
Escrito por la Dra Rocio Vargas El Aceite Rick Simpson (RSO) se ha convertido en un símbolo global de sanación natural y esperanza. Su historia comienza en Canadá, cuando Rick Simpson elaboró este extracto de cannabis de alta concentración con el propósito de aliviar síntomas asociados al dolor crónico, inflamación y otras condiciones resistentes a […]
Colombia Greenlights Medical Cannabis Flower in Landmark Regulatory Shift
Written by Dr. Rocio Vargas On October 27, 2025, the Colombian government enacted a pivotal piece of legislation that reshapes the nation’s approach to medical cannabis. Decree 1138 introduces a comprehensive framework to regulate the safe and informed use of the cannabis flower as a finished medical product, a significant departure from previous restrictions. This […]
Colombia Da Luz Verde a la Flor de Cannabis Medicinal en un Histórico Giro Regulatorio
Escrito por la Dra. Rocio Vargas El 27 de octubre de 2025, el gobierno colombiano promulgó una pieza legislativa fundamental que redefine el enfoque de la nación hacia el cannabis medicinal. El Decreto 1138 introduce un marco integral para regular el uso seguro e informado de la flor de cannabis como producto médico terminado, un […]
A Tourist’s Guide to Getting a Medical Cannabis Prescription in Colombia in 72 Hours
Written by Dra Rocio Vargas You’ve arrived in beautiful Colombia. You packed your bags, your passport, and your itinerary, but one essential item could not make the trip: your medicinal cannabis. For patients who rely on cannabis to manage conditions like chronic pain, anxiety, or insomnia, this presents a significant challenge. You are left wondering […]
La educación es la clave para un acceso seguro al cannabis medicinal
Escrito por la Dra Rocio Vargas Cuando un paciente entra por primera vez a un dispensario de cannabis medicinal, los estantes pueden parecer abrumadores. Aceites, cápsulas, tinturas y flores llevan etiquetas con porcentajes de THC, proporciones de CBD y perfiles de terpenos. Sin una orientación clara, la confusión puede llevar a un uso inseguro o […]
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 […]
Is Your Cannabis Clean? What to Know Before You Inhale
Written by Dra. Rocio Vargas Forero Cannabis is used today by millions of people around the world, both for wellness and for managing medical conditions. But while access is growing, safety is not always guaranteed. Many people assume that because cannabis is a plant, it must be safe. The reality is that what ends up […]