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Ohio Gives Another Shot at Expanding Qualifying Conditions

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Ohio is currently accepting petitions in an attempt to expand the list of qualifying conditions for medical cannabis. But this has failed in the past and could prevent measures from moving forward this time unless new research could be presented to sway the state medical board’s decision.

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Press Release: atai Launches Revixia Life Sciences to Develop Salvinorin A for a Variety of Mental Health Conditions

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We’re thrilled to be pursuing SalA and progressing research, as we strive for new treatments.”. Importantly, Revixia’s product will be paired with a digital therapeutic being developed by atai company Introspect Digital Therapeutics, with the aim of streamlining preparation, integration, and continued patient engagement. “In

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The Anti-inflammatory Properties of Cannabis: Implications for Autoimmune Conditions

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Fernando Fandio-Sende has had countless conversations with patients with autoimmune conditions. We’re aware that each person’s medical condition presents unique challenges with can be deeply personal. Dr. Sende offers Medical Marijuana recommendations for patients with one of Floridas qualifying conditions.

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Weird Science: Alzheimer’s Research With CBD and Cats

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It is quite common for cannabis researchers to make use of vertebrates since animals with spines have an endocannabinoid system (ECS), such as mice and rats. Cats do have an ECS, but why use them for research*? Unfortunately, both of these conditions result in cognitive decline and suffer from a lack of effective treatment.

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Research Further Demonstrates CBD’s Antimicrobial Properties

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A team of researchers at Australia’s University of Queensland and at Botanix Pharmaceuticals Limited found, for the first time, that CBD is effective in killing Gram-negative bacteria which could mean that a new class of antibiotics can be developed for bacteria which is resistant to other forms of pharmaceutical medications. .

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Medical Marijuana and Mental Health: Insights and Perspectives on Different Conditions

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For conditions like anxiety and PTSD, certain strains with higher CBD content may provide calming effects without the psychoactive properties associated with THC. The endocannabinoid system and mental health How does medical marijuana affect mood disorders and other mental health conditions? The effectiveness of CBD vs.

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What Are The Most Common Conditions MMJ Is Prescribed For?

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As the medical community delves into the therapeutic potential of cannabis, certain health conditions have emerged as primary candidates for its prescription. THC, the psychoactive component of cannabis, has analgesic properties that can help manage chronic pain conditions, such as neuropathic pain and arthritis.