Florida medical marijuana officials are actively revoking registrations of patients and caregivers with drug-related criminal records under provisions in budget legislation signed by Governor Ron DeSantis earlier in 2025, according to reporting by Marijuana Moment. Implementation and Current Enforcement Bobbie Smith, director of the Florida Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU), informed lawmakers on October […]

In the world of medical marijuana, how patients consume their medicine matters just as much as what they consume. With advances in technology and research, patients now have multiple options beyond the traditional smoking method. This guide explores various delivery systems, helping patients and providers make informed decisions while maintaining compliance with regulations. Understanding Medical […]

The medical cannabis industry is rapidly evolving, and with it, the need for education, advocacy, and professional support. In this insightful conversation, we had the pleasure of speaking with Christine Harrell, the founder of Firefly Growth Solutions, a company dedicated to helping heart-led medical cannabis businesses thrive. You can read a summary of our conversation […]

In an era of evolving attitudes toward cannabis, the integration of hospital cannabis dispensaries will represent a significant milestone in healthcare. As legalization sweeps across the globe, hospitals are exploring new avenues to provide patients with safe access to medical cannabis.  In this blog, we'll explore the emergence of hospital cannabis dispensaries in a legalized […]

The State of Florida passed the Compassionate Use Act in 2014, legalizing medical marijuana for residents with qualifying conditions. Since then, the laws have continued to evolve to include more illnesses, though the state still does not have a recreational adult-use cannabis program. After legalization, there was still a lot of confusion around the process […]

Medical marijuana has been legal in Florida since 2014 when the state passed the first program, called the Compassionate Use Act. Since then, the laws have evolved consistently to include more patients with a wider range of conditions and illnesses. Florida still doesn’t have an adult-use cannabis program, but advocates continue to push for amendments to the state’s constitution.