Pharmacists’ Perceptions and Knowledge of the Legalization of Medical Marijuana in Mississippi

Author

Faith HoustonFollow

Date of Award

Spring 4-27-2023

Document Type

Undergraduate Thesis

Department

Pharmacy Administration

First Advisor

Erin Holmes

Second Advisor

Meagen Rosenthal

Third Advisor

Deborah Wenger

Relational Format

Dissertation/Thesis

Abstract

The legalization of medical cannabis in Mississippi was a debated topic among all citizens. This thesis specifically explored pharmacists’ perceptions and knowledge as medical professionals who will be involved with patients certified to use medical cannabis. Information was gathered using a voluntary online survey on the Qualtrics platform to produce a cross-sectional, descriptive study.

From the information gathered, it was apparent that pharmacists in Mississippi have varying opinions regarding medical marijuana. Some are in favor of using these products, and some are not. However, as cannabis has been officially accepted and put into patient's medical plans both current and future pharmacists have the professional duty to be educated on all aspects of this emerging drug so as to serve patients with the best care possible.

Recommended Citation

Houston, Faith, "Pharmacists’ Perceptions and Knowledge of the Legalization of Medical Marijuana in Mississippi" (2023). Honors Theses. 2969.
https://egrove.olemiss.edu/hon_thesis/2969

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