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‘Too costly, not enough evidence it works’, says UK in blow to cannabis campaigners

Cannabis Law Report

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) reviewed evidence for the benefits and costs of cannabis-based medicinal products and drew up guidance for health professionals and the public. It also said the children’s experiences on medicinal cannabis in the should be taken into account as evidence of how well the drug works.

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8 Interesting Health Benefits of Cannabis That You Should Know

Cannabis Law Report

Hundreds of powerful chemicals with different medicinal potential may be found inside every cannabis plant. CBD appears to offer certain advantages over antidepressant medicines when handling depression. When taken alone, CBD appears to be useful for specific forms of pain, namely nerve pain and backache, according to some studies.

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5 Benefits of Taking Cannabis During Chemotherapy

Otherside Farms

What is medicinal marijuana? Although cannabis is illegal in most parts of the world, medicinal marijuana is legal. Studies have shown that medicinal marijuana can have positive effects on cancer patients. Let’s take a look at how cannabis is beneficial during chemo: Reduces pain and inflammation.

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Chronic Pain & Cannabis

420 Insight

Research Shows Three puffs a day of cannabis, better known as marijuana, helps people with chronic nerve pain due to injury or surgery feel less pain and sleep better, a Canadian team has found. About 10% to 15% of patients attending a chronic pain clinic use cannabis as part of their pain [control] strategy," he tells WebMD.