This bill seeks to amend the definition of "serious medical condition" within the West Virginia Medical Cannabis Act. The current definition, which includes a specific list of medical conditions such as cancer, HIV/AIDS, and multiple sclerosis, will be replaced with a broader criterion. The new language allows attending physicians to use their professional judgment to determine if a patient's medical condition would benefit from the use of medical cannabis, thereby granting them more authority in the certification process.

Additionally, the bill removes the previous requirement that a serious medical condition must be diagnosed as part of a patient's continuing care. This change aims to streamline the certification process for patients seeking medical cannabis, making it more accessible based on the discretion of their healthcare providers. Overall, the bill reflects a shift towards a more flexible and individualized approach to medical cannabis eligibility in West Virginia.

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Introduced Version: 16A-2-1