Top 10 Most-Read Articles of 2024: The Insider’s Extract
Article Written by Jessica Kindynis
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The Insider’s Extract marks a decade of delivering evidence-based insights into Australia’s medical cannabis landscape.
Over the years, we have built a readership of over 12,000 people from all over the world. At the start of the New Year, we take a moment to acknowledge the incredible contributors by sharing the top 10 most-read articles of 2025, covering everything from prescribing challenges to global policy shifts.
Dive in and discover the thought-provoking pieces that captivated our readers this year.
1. Cleaning the Misunderstanding: A Review of ABC’s Article on Medicinal Cannabis & Psychosis
Author: Adam Isaac Miller
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A deep dive into ABC’s controversial report on the rise of psychosis-related hospitalisations linked to medicinal cannabis. In our top read article for 2025 Adam Miler unpacks the available evidence, challenges media narratives, and clarifies misconceptions surrounding cannabis-related psychosis risk—a must-read for both medical professionals and patients navigating this complex topic.
2. The Journey of Prescribing Medicinal Cannabis in Aged Care
Author: Dr. Jagdeesh Singh ("Jag'') Dhaliwal
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Aged care remains a challenging sector for medicinal cannabis adoption. This insightful article explores the evolving perspectives of aged-care providers, the regulatory hurdles, and the life-changing benefits observed first-hand by Dr Jag.
3. Life Changer: The First 7 Years of Prescribing Medical Cannabis (Part 2)
Author: Dr Stephen Gipps
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In this second instalment of a retrospective, Dr Gipps shares invaluable lessons from seven years in the field as an experienced prescriber. His captivating prose offers insights from patient success stories all the way to regulatory battles, this article is a testament to the transformative impact of this medicine for patients and medical professionals.
4. Insights from a Nationwide Distributor of Medicinal Cannabis in Australia
Author: Lisa Varley
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Behind every prescription is a complex supply chain. Lisa Varley offers a glimpse into the operational challenges, market demands, and future trends shaping the Australian medical cannabis industry through the lens of a distributor.
5. Medicinal Cannabis Trends: Data and Insights from a QLD Dispensary
Author: Abdul Adnan
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Pharmacist Abdul shares data-driven insights from a leading Queensland dispensary, revealing emerging trends in patient preferences, prescribing patterns, and regulatory shifts. This is a great read for those interested in the evolving landscape of cannabis access.
6. Navigating Medical Cannabis Prescribing in Mental Health Treatment: A Strategy to Mitigate Street Use Cannabis
Author: Dr. Danny Cai
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This article explores the complexities of transitioning patients from unregulated street cannabis to safe, medically prescribed alternatives. Dr. Cai provides a roadmap for clinicians to support mental health patients effectively. A thought-provoking analysis of patient care and public health implications.
7. Australian Cannabis Usage Pattern Insights: Data from Over 3,300 Respondents
Author: Adam Issac Miller
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What does cannabis use look like in Australia today? This large-scale survey provided compelling statistics on consumption habits, patient demographics, and shifting attitudes towards cannabis in both medical and recreational contexts.
8. The US Reschedules Cannabis: What Does This Mean for Local and International Cannabis Markets?
Author: Adam Issac Miller
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With Joe Biden’s announcement that the U.S. is rescheduling cannabis, global markets are bracing for impact. This article explores the ripple effects on Australian regulations, investment trends, and potential policy shifts in the years to come.
9. Medical Cannabis and Its Myths: A Pharmacist’s Perspective
Author: Kultej Verma
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A pharmacist unpacks some of the biggest myths surrounding medical cannabis—from drug interactions to the “one-size-fits-all” fallacy. South Australian pharmacist Kultej brings evidence-based clarity to common misconceptions.
10. Cannabis Terminology: A Melting Pot of Botanical Classification and Common Slang in a Pharmaceutical Framework
Author: Jessica Kindynis BHSc Nat
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From industry jargon to consumer slang, cannabis terminology is a soup of science and culture. This piece highlights how the language of cannabis of the cannabis industry shapes understanding across medical and patient communities.
Our most-read articles of 2024 reflect a collective effort to challenge misconceptions, improve access, and refine prescribing practices. We are grateful to our expert contributors for sharing their expertise and our dedicated readers for engaging with and supporting this community.
Be sure to share these thought-provoking pieces and stay with us as we enter another year of delivering insights that empower healthcare professionals and industry alike.
Jessica is a Clinical Naturopath specialising in gut ecology, metabolic modulation, and nutritional psychiatry. She has contributed to major medical cannabis conferences in Australia, America and Israel, facilitated local educational events, and developed evidence-based resources for medical cannabis clinics and news outlets. Jessica's collaboration with Australian prescribers has involved crafting professional content that aligns with holistic health perspectives. She is committed to empowering practitioners and individuals with sustainable, nuanced knowledge by exploring the unique narratives of physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.
Disclaimer: This information is shared with a global readership for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical or business advice. All patient-related information has been de-identified OR fictional to protect privacy. Nothing in this article is intended to promote the use or supply of medical cannabis to members of the public.