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How does medical marijuana help patients with Epilepsy?

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The Epilepsy Foundation defines epilepsy as a chronic condition of the brain which causes seizures and affects 65 million people worldwide. One in 26 people will develop epilepsy in their lifetime. It is not fully known the genetic origins of epilepsy or if the condition is hereditary.

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The Science Behind Medical Marijuana: Exploring Cannabinoids and Their Therapeutic Effects

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In recent years, the medical community and the public have shown a growing interest in the therapeutic potential of medical marijuana. This article delves into the science behind medical marijuana, focusing on cannabinoids, the active compounds found in the cannabis plant, and their remarkable therapeutic effects.

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Florida Is a Sunny Place for Shady Medical Marijuana Laws

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In 2018, I was a Presenter at a Hillsborough County Bar Association event for a group of judges after Florida passed its limited medical marijuana bill. As a result of bundling cannabis with coke, off to jail you go if you are caught using or possessing marijuana, according to these judges. How did we get here?

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CBD may help improve seizures, cognition

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Share on PinterestCBD may not only help to reduce seizure-related symptoms in people with epilepsy, research shows. Rowena Naylor/Stocksy United Cannabidiol (CBD) has been approved for use in the treatment of two early-onset, intractable forms of epilepsy, Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, since 2018. Read More

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Study Finds Healthcare Providers Need More Education On Cannabis

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A newly published article in the Epilepsy & Behavior Journal highlights the findings of researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham after surveying healthcare providers on their attitudes and knowledge about cannabis, and has confirmed what most of us already knew– healthcare providers need more education on cannabis.

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A Comprehensive Guide to the Michigan Medical Marijuana Program

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The landscape of healthcare and medicinal practices has undergone a transformative shift with the advent of medical marijuana programs across the United States. Today we’ll take a closer look at the Michigan Medical Marijuana Program, giving Michigan citizens all the info they need about accessing MMJ in the state.

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Everything You Need To Know About Medical Marijuana Dispensaries In Virginia

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In recent years, the landscape of healthcare in the United States has been undergoing a transformative shift, particularly in the realm of medical marijuana. Virginia Medical Cannabis Laws: What You Need to Know Virginia’s medical cannabis laws allow the use of medical marijuana for qualifying patients.