The Minnesota Department of Health has introduced a “fast-acting” delivery method to the state’s medical marijuana program. This new method, inhaling vaporized cannabis, is anticipated to provide quicker relief for patients compared to traditional methods like smoking or consuming cannabis-infused edibles. Starting on August 1, 2024, patients will have access to this new method. Dispensaries will sell dry herb vaporization products, devices that heat cannabis flower to produce inhalable vapor. The addition of this delivery method is part of the ongoing effort by the Minnesota Department of Health to expand medical marijuana access for patients. In recent years, the department has approved medical marijuana usage for various conditions, including chronic pain, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. “We are dedicated to ensuring patients have access to a range of safe and effective medical marijuana products,” stated Minnesota Department of Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm. “The inclusion of dry herb vaporization products will provide patients with a new option for managing their symptoms.” This new delivery method is particularly beneficial for patients with rapid-onset symptoms like seizures or panic attacks. Vaporization offers a faster onset of action compared to smoking or consuming cannabis-infused edibles. “This is a significant development for Minnesota patients,” expressed Sharon Levy, executive director of the Minnesota Medical Cannabis Association. “We are pleased that the Department of Health continues to expand medical marijuana access for those who require it.” Additionally, the introduction of this new delivery method is expected to increase sales at Minnesota’s medical marijuana dispensaries. The state’s medical marijuana program has experienced rapid growth recently, and dispensaries are eager to offer new products to their patients. “We are excited to provide our patients with this new option,” said the manager of a Minnesota medical marijuana dispensary. “We believe that vaporization is a safe and effective method for using medical marijuana, and we are confident that our patients will benefit from it.”

The Minnesota Department of Health is indeed introducing a new “fast-acting” delivery method for medical marijuana, which involves the use of vaporized cannabis. This method is expected to provide quicker relief for patients compared to traditional methods. Starting August 1, 2024, dispensaries will have the option to sell dry herb vaporization products¹.

This initiative is part of Minnesota’s efforts to improve the medical marijuana program and make it more accessible to patients with various conditions, including chronic pain, anxiety, and PTSD. The new delivery method is anticipated to be especially helpful for patients with symptoms that require rapid relief, such as seizures or panic attacks¹.

The introduction of vaporization products is also projected to increase sales at medical marijuana dispensaries across Minnesota, reflecting the program’s significant growth in recent years¹. The Department of Health, along with industry stakeholders, is committed to providing safe and effective medical marijuana options to meet the needs of patients¹.

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