Australian Medical Association Alleges distressing incidents of patient harm” in South Australia, specifically due to “inappropriate prescribing practices”.  But Does Not Say Who Where What

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The AMA is continuing its state-by-state critique of the medicinal cannabis industry, citing concerns about “distressing incidents of patient harm” in South Australia, specifically due to “inappropriate prescribing practices”. 

Here’s a more detailed breakdown:  

  • AMA’s Concerns:
    The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has publicly expressed concerns about the medicinal cannabis industry, claiming it is aware of “distressing incidents of patient harm”.
  • Focus on South Australia:
    The AMA’s criticism is specifically focused on South Australia, where they claim to have identified “inappropriate prescribing practices”.
  • “Inappropriate Prescribing Practices”:
    The AMA has not elaborated on what specific prescribing practices they consider inappropriate.
  • State-by-State Approach:
    The AMA’s criticism appears to be a state-by-state approach, with concerns being raised in South Australia, and potentially other states in the future.
  • Cannabiz Article:
    An article on Cannabiz.com.au reports that the AMA is renewing its attack on the industry, with South Australia now raising concerns.



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