Health department’s Herbosa backs legalizing medical marijuana

In a notable departure from the position taken by his predecessors, Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa told the 19th Congress he supports the bill legalizing the medical use of cannabidiol , a senior lawmaker said.

Two committees of the House of Representatives kicked off their joint discussions before the congressional break on nine pending bills seeking to legitimize the medical use of marijuana. “We are in favor of the legalization of the medical use of marijuana and its products, your honor,” Herbosa said. Moreover, Villafuerte noted the importance of accessible and affordable medical cannabis for conditions such as epilepsy syndromes, cancer treatment, anxiety, insomnia, chronic pain, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson’s disease.

The lawmaker, meanwhile, encouraged the DOH to explore the subject further and make it a policy, not just a personal opinion.

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