Intensify public education on cannabis, Indian hemp – Traditional Medicinal Practitioner
A traditional medical practitioner, Dr Christiana Torvor, has called for intensified public education on cannabis and industrial hemp to address misconceptions and stigma surrounding their use. She said although cannabis had medicinal and economic benefits, many Ghanaians continued to hold negative perceptions because of the stigma associated with it. Dr Torvor made the call at … The post…
Traditional medical practitioner Dr Christiana Torvor has urged intensified public education on cannabis and industrial hemp to dispel misconceptions and stigma. Despite its medicinal and economic benefits, many Ghanaians hold negative perceptions of cannabis due to the stigma surrounding its use. Dr Torvor emphasized the importance of increasing public education, especially among the youth, to improve understanding of cannabis's potential advantages following its legalization for medicinal and industrial purposes.
She stressed that recreational use remained illegal. Dr Torvor's 96-page, eight-chapter book, "Medical Cannabis and Industrial Hemp: Medicine, Science and Economic Power," explores cannabis's medicinal applications, regulatory processes for cultivation, and the economic benefits of the crop. Motivated by research into the importance of cannabis and the need for public education, she urged the youth to avoid misuse and explore opportunities for income generation through the cultivation of medicinal cannabis and industrial hemp.
The book aims to serve as a reference for academic institutions, researchers, policymakers, and the public in distinguishing medical cannabis, industrial hemp, and recreational use. Dr Mark G. Darko, CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Cannabis Industry, called for the development of the industry within a clear legal and regulatory framework, emphasizing the importance of research, scientific evidence, processing, and value addition to maximize economic benefits. He stressed that local processing would help Ghana retain greater value from cannabis products.
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