"Australia's Doctors Urge Stricter Oversight on Medical Cannabis Prescriptions"

Australias top doctors and pharmacists are calling for stricter oversight on medical cannabis prescriptions to curb excessive and poorly regulated usage since legalization in 2016.

• The Australian Medical Association (AMA) and the Pharmacy Guild of Australia reported that medical cannabis prescriptions are being issued excessively, with little regulation since legalization in 2016.
• Australians reportedly spent up to $500 million on medical cannabis last year, prompting concerns from physicians about the lack of stringent prescription practices.
• Pharmacists have expressed that the current prescribing practices for medical cannabis may not align with safe medication protocols, highlighting the need for better oversight in Australia.