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Ignoring Cannabis Isn’t Neutral—It’s Neglectful

Healthcare Providers: Your Patients Are Lighting Up. Shouldn’t You Know?

Picture this: a patient sits in the doctor’s office, nodding politely as the provider reviews their medications. The doctor talks through blood pressure pills, statins, maybe a sleep aid. The patient nods again. What they don’t mention? The CBD gummies they pop before bed or the tincture they’ve started using for their arthritis. It’s not an intentional omission—just something they assume isn’t worth bringing up. And maybe they’re right. Too many doctors still don’t ask.

But here’s the thing: ignoring cannabis isn’t just a missed conversation—it’s a glaring omission in modern medical practice. At a time when cannabis consumption is at an all-time high, with an estimated 15% of seniors and 42% of younger adults using it regularly, failing to engage with patients about cannabis use sends a clear message: We don’t care about the solutions you’re finding outside these walls.

It’s not just about patient preferences, eith…