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GMCS in the News

Independent media coverage has helped document the evolving medical cannabis landscape in Georgia and the experiences of the patients, caregivers, researchers, advocates, and organizations working within it.

This archive highlights reporting in which the Georgia Medical Cannabis Society, GMCS leadership, GMCS research, or GMCS programs were directly mentioned, quoted, interviewed, or featured.

Georgia RecorderPatient Access

You still can't smoke medical cannabis in Georgia, but you can vape it. What's the difference?

Quotes Yolanda Bennett explaining the distinction between combustion and vaporization and discussing Georgia's current medical cannabis rules for registered patients.

Yolanda Bennett, Co-Founder

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Georgia RecorderPolicy & Legislation

New state law expected to increase patient access to Georgia's medical cannabis program

Quotes Yolanda Bennett regarding reforms under Georgia's new medical cannabis law, patient advocacy, and remaining access concerns.

Yolanda Bennett, Co-Founder

Also republished by: WABE, Cobb County Courier

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Cannabis Business TimesResearch

2026 Georgia Statewide Study Launches to Assess Patient-Reported Outcomes of Medical Cannabis Use

Covers the launch of the collaborative Georgia patient study involving the Cannabis Center of Excellence, Georgia Medical Cannabis Society, and Vertical Veterans, and includes comments from Angela S. Weston.

Angela S. Weston, Co-Founder

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Atlanta News First·Patient Rights

Marijuana scent bill awaits Georgia House committee vote

Directly quotes Yolanda Bennett of the Georgia Medical Cannabis Society discussing patient concerns related to searches based solely on cannabis odor.

Yolanda Bennett, Co-Founder

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Marijuana Moment·Policy & LegislationCannabis / Industry

Georgia Lawmakers Weigh Broader Access To Medical Marijuana, Potentially Expanding Limited Low-THC Program

Identifies Yolanda Bennett as a GMCS co-founder and advocacy leader and quotes her regarding patient access, flower, and limitations of Georgia's program. Georgia Recorder reporting published by Marijuana Moment.

Yolanda Bennett, Co-Founder

Georgia Recorder reporting published by Marijuana Moment

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Voyage ATL·GMCS Profile

Conversations with Georgia Medical Cannabis Society's Director Of Operation

A profile and interview discussing GMCS's origins, mission, patient support, education, advocacy, and organizational journey.

GMCS Leadership

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Georgia Public Broadcasting·Patient Access

Georgia medical marijuana advocates react to changes affecting card holders

Quotes Angela Weston and Yolanda Bennett regarding changes to Georgia's medical cannabis card process and continuing patient-access barriers.

Angela Weston & Yolanda Bennett, Co-Founders

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Georgia Public Broadcasting·Patient Access

'We've got a long way to go.' Georgia residents navigate complex maze of cannabis laws

Features GMCS founders Yolanda Bennett and Angela Weston discussing Georgia's cannabis laws, patient access, costs, and the challenges patients face navigating state and federal rules.

Yolanda Bennett & Angela Weston, Co-Founders

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Media coverage does not constitute endorsement by the publishing outlet. A news outlet covering GMCS does not mean that outlet endorses GMCS or its positions.

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