Since 2018, the UK has regulated medical cannabis as a prescription-only...
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Since 2018, the UK has regulated medical cannabis as a prescription-only medicine, available through specialist doctors. Guidance from NICE supports evidence-based use in specific conditions, aiming to ensure patient safety and consistent care