Cannabis Science in Action: Advancing Medical Cannabis, Education and Public Health in NY

Thursday, October 29, 2026

4:00 PM-5:00 PM

Lyla Hunt, MPH, is a founding member of the New York State (NYS) Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) and serves as its Director of Public Health and Education. Her work translates data and research into policy, regulation, and evidence-informed education and programs that support the health and well-being of all New Yorkers. Lyla has worked at the intersection of drug policy, public health, and harm reduction for more than a decade.

Sang Choi, Rph., is a clinical pharmacist and Assistant Director of Clinical Programs and Education at the New York State Office of Cannabis Management, where she advances cannabis science through education, research, and clinical initiatives. With an extensive background in pharmacy, she educates healthcare practitioners on the safe and effective use of medical cannabis.

Lyla and Sang will discuss past and current public health and clinical education initiatives, including their “Cannabis Honestly” campaign from the NYS OCM.

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Contact Information

js4982@drexel.edu