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AAFP ( American Academy of Family Physicians) Releases Marijuana, Cannabinoids Position Paper

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The regulatory environment surrounding cannabis, medical and recreational marijuana, and cannabidiol (CBD) is rapidly changing, along with the retail environment. 7 While the lifetime use remains relatively stable for this cohort, from 2015-2017, past year and past month use increased 2.7% and 2.3%, respectively.

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Report: “Key pharmacological differences between side effects of refined, pharmaceutical CBD formulations and whole plant extracts:”

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Side effects were very prevalent in 79% of all patients taking a refined CBD product, some of which were severe like thrombocytopenia and transaminase elevations in the liver. Traditional plant extracts contain many compounds in addition to THC and CBD that contribute to the medical benefits of cannabis.

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Marijuana & COVID-19: Top Studies [August 2020]

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Marijuana cannabinoid, CBD. CBD: Cytokine Storm Fighter. 2) A 2020 study found that CBD can inhibit the production of proinflammatory cytokines that have been associated with SARS-CoV2 induced multi-organ pathology and mortality. Terpenes and CBD: Twice as Effective. SARS-CoV2 is the virus that causes COVID-19.).