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Cannabis and Driving

Unlocking the Essentials: Navigating the Basics of Medical Cannabis

$59.00

This module examines the implications of Australia's roadside drug testing laws on medicinal cannabis users and affected communities, advocating for reform aligning with scientific evidence and social justice.

Module Description

This module criticises roadside drug testing in Australia for unfairly targeting medicinal cannabis users. It argues the tests don't improve safety and disproportionately impact vulnerable groups. Legal experts, medical professionals, and affected individuals advocate for reform based on science and social justice.

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Learning Outcomes

By the end of this module, you will be able to:
  • Understanding the impact of Australia's roadside drug testing (RDT) laws on medicinal cannabis patients and the broader community.
  • Recognising the difference between testing for trace amounts of THC and actual impairment from cannabis.
  • Exploring the economic and social consequences of RDT laws on events like the Nimbin Mardi Gras.
  • Identifying the challenges faced by communities, particularly First Nations peoples, due to the current RDT practices.
  • Considering the need for law reform to align drug driving laws with scientific evidence and societal changes.
  • Learning about the advocacy work of groups like Drive Change in the push for equal rights for legal medicinal cannabis patients.

Module Contributors

Our comprehensive, subject specific learning modules on medicinal cannabis have been developed by industry experts, ensuring you get the best quality education, led by experts in the field.

This Module is Designed for

  • Doctors
  • Pharmacists
  • Nurses
  • Patients
  • Curious individuals

Certification Details

This is optional content - for information only. It is not part of the accredited CPD course.

Cannabis and Driving

$59.00

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