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Study Finds Healthcare Providers Need More Education On Cannabis

MedicalJane

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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CBD Market Report

Project CBD

According to the FDA, “hemp” is defined as Cannabis sativa with a tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) concentration of 0.3% Cannabis sativa with more than 0.3% sativa do not naturally contain cannabinoids, but they can become contaminated with CBD from other plant parts during processing. The seed of industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.):

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Global Legal Chronicle Article: Medical Cannabis regulation slowly advances in Brazil

Cannabis Law Report

In Brazil, the initial step to allow the use of cannabis sativa for medical purposes was taken in 2014, when the Judiciary granted the first injunction to authorize a patient to import and use cannabidiol-rich oil (CBD) for the refractory epilepsy treatment. 399/15 intends to amend article 2 of Law No. Source: [link].

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Understanding Medical Marijuana Benefits and How They Can Help You

Otherside Farms

Either way, this article is a great starting point for you. Medical marijuana is also known to be beneficial to those who deal with epilepsy and other seizure disorders. It seems to be especially useful to those with severe forms of epilepsy, such as Dravet Syndrome, which is a rare form of epilepsy that affects young children.

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Unveiling the Green: Demystifying Cannabis and Its Multifaceted Benefits

The Herb Collective

Neurological Disorders: There is growing evidence that cannabis can have beneficial effects on neurological disorders like epilepsy and multiple sclerosis. By visiting our website, you'll discover more insightful articles, the latest research findings, and thoughtful discussions on cannabis and its evolving role in society.

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Medicinal properties of CBD

Alchimia

That could explain why kids using CBD to treat epilepsy may experience some of the side effects of THC, like sleepiness. Cannabidiol, a Cannabis sativa constituent, as an anxiolytic drug , published in the Revista Brasileira de Psiquiatria in June 2012. CBD crystals , 98% purity. Anxiolytic and antidepressant effects of CBD.

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Philippines: Cannabis bills likely to be indefinitely postponed

Cannabis Law Report

So far, the DDB and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the use of CBD for patients afflicted with epilepsy, such as the oral solution Epidiolex for treatment of seizures associated with severe forms of epilepsy. Read the full article at.