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 following clear guidance from NICE. This approach aims to ensure safe, evidence-based use within the healthcare system