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Florida's Medical Cannabis Crackdown Leaves 160+ Patients in Limbo

Florida's new medical cannabis rule strips 160+ patients of prescriptions due to drug-related charges. Industry leaders like TerrAscend Corp face market uncertainty as regulations threaten patient access.

This regulatory action sets a concerning precedent that could spread to other states with medical cannabis programs, potentially denying thousands of patients access to prescribed treatments based on past legal issues rather than current medical needs. For individuals relying on medical cannabis for chronic pain, epilepsy, cancer symptoms, or other qualifying conditions, such restrictions could force them back to less effective traditional medications or the unregulated market. The financial impact on the legal cannabis industry could be substantial if similar regulations are adopted elsewhere, affecting company valuations and investor returns. This development highlights the ongoing fragility of medical cannabis access despite growing public acceptance and scientific evidence supporting its therapeutic benefits.