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Epilepsy and MMJ: Exploring the Promising Treatment Benefits

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While traditional treatments like antiepileptic drugs exist, they may not always provide adequate relief for all patients. In recent years, there has been growing interest in exploring alternative treatment options, and one that has gained attention is medical marijuana (MMJ).

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What Are The Most Common Conditions MMJ Is Prescribed For?

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In recent years, a significant shift has occurred in the perception of medical marijuana, transforming it from a controversial substance to a recognized and, in some places, a legal form of medical treatment. Epidiolex, a CBD-based medication, has even received FDA approval for the treatment of specific seizure disorders.

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Law Firm Article Australia: Regulatory shift provides opportunities for new methods of treatment using psychedelic substances

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Authored by: Suzy Madar , Matthew Swinn , Rosie Rand and Tim Craven On 3 February 2023, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) announced a major regulatory shift that will have significant impacts for the treatment of mental health conditions. 1] In our recent article, we explored the most […]

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Veterans and Medical Marijuana: Addressing PTSD and Other Mental Health Conditions in New York

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As the landscape of healthcare continues to evolve, medical marijuana is emerging as a potential therapeutic intervention, particularly for veterans grappling with mental health conditions. PTSD Treatment with Medical Cannabis Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a prevalent mental health condition affecting many military veterans.

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Medical Marijuana Offers Hope for Treatment of PTSD

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Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine published an article titled “Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: Evidence-Based Research for the Third Millennium” which describes how profound the symptoms of PTSD can be: “Traumatic events are profoundly stressful. Get your Florida Medical Marijuana Card.

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Cannabinoids and Glaucoma: Exploring the Science Behind Marijuana’s Effectiveness

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In Florida, glaucoma is listed as a condition eligible for medical marijuana treatment. Cannabinoids and other compounds found in marijuana have been studied for their potential effects on glaucoma, a group of painful eye conditions that can lead to blindness. A key modifiable risk factor for glaucoma is IOP.

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Australia: Cannabis treatment for sick dogs lags behind US, but Colorado expert urges caution

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.” It is still an oddity in Australia but in many US states, medicinal cannabis medications including tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) — the psychoactive component in cannabis — are being used as a treatment for pets with conditions such as arthritis and epilepsy. Read the full article at [link].

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