Cork GP warns against medicinal cannabis being the new cure all
A Cork GP has warned of the risks of seeing medicinal cannabis as a cure all.
Dr Nick Flynn from Hollyhill has called for more research into the medicinal cannabis debate, as a recent medical report claims that there is inadequate research and evidence of the effectiveness of THC based medicines.
It comes as the Government considers a legislative change to allow a compassionate access programme for people with certain medical conditions.
Speaking to RedFM News Dr Flynn says if a policy decision is made in favour of medicinal cannabis, it's use must be carefully controlled:
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