'Billy's thriving': family’s joy as boy who helped legalise cannabis medicine in UK turns 21
Mother of Billy Caldwell, who has severe epilepsy, celebrates son’s story while pushing for better access to prescription cannabis for families who need it
TL;DR
- Billy Caldwell, who has severe epilepsy and autism, celebrated his 21st birthday seizure-free.
- His condition was once considered fatal, but cannabis-based treatment has allowed him to thrive.
- In 2018, the Caldwell family's struggle helped legalise cannabis-based medicine in the UK.
- Despite the legalisation, access to NHS prescriptions remains restricted, leading many to private, expensive treatments.
- Billy's mother, Charlotte, founded the advocacy group TRACD to push for policy changes.