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Better Sleep Tips: Medical Marijuana

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According to the National Sleep Foundation , 50 to 70 million Americans have problems sleeping. Left untreated, these problems can contribute to a variety of health issues including high blood pressure, diabetes, depression, and even stroke. MARIJUANA AND SLEEP RESEARCH. MEDICAL MARIJUANA: SLEEP TIPS.

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How cannabis can impact anesthesia and surgery

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In my practice, our focus is to fully understand the medical background of our patients and ensure positive outcomes for them.”. Patients should trust their anesthesia provider as being knowledgeable and well prepared to care for them, and know there is a growing acceptance of cannabis consumption among the medical community. . “THC

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Does Consumption of CBD Numb the Brain?

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Help reduce anxiety in patients. Research indicates that products containing this extract can help patients come to terms with numerous issues, such as depression, hypertension, and PTSD. Studies showed that individuals given CBD pills before a public-speaking event felt less stress, discomfort, and anxiety due to the same.

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Understanding the American Heart Association’s Statement on Marijuana

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Noting that the effects of oral administration of cannabis (edibles) can be less predictable that smoked or vaporized administration of products with similar levels of specific cannabinoids, the AHA cautions: Patients must be made aware that the onset of effects begins within 30 minutes to ?1

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The Endocannabinoid System-History, Health and Why We Feel High

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Cannabis was a popular medical aid for patients suffering from rheumatic diseases and to help alleviate nausea. . It was not until the 1990’s that the government felt the pressure of thousands of medical patients advocating and fighting for the use of cannabis. Tax exemption: .

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

Cannabis Law Report

Marijuana and related substance misuse are complex issues impacting family medicine, patient health, and public health. Barriers to facilitating both clinical and public health research regarding marijuana is detrimental to treating patients and the health of the public. Executive Summary. Relevant AAFP Policy. Call to Action.

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Highly Potent Cannabis Edible Causes Heart Attack in 70-Year-Old Man

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The man obtained the lollipop in hopes of gaining relief from his arthritis and sleep difficulties. A particular area of concern is that, despite its tendency to sedate, marijuana greatly increases things like heart rate and blood pressure. According to CBC News , the patient in question had not used cannabis since he was young.