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Researchers Study Cannabis Consumption Among Different Veteran Demographics

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The findings of a new study into cannabis use disorder (CUD) among veterans have been released by a team of researchers from Pennsylvania’s Center of Excellence in Substance Addiction Treatment and Education at the Corporal Michael J. The findings showed that consumption clocked in at 1.8% Crescenz VA Medical Center.

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Survey Reveals Almost Half of Canada’s MMJ Patients Reduced Their Alcohol and Opioid Consumption

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New data published in the Journal of Cannabis Research claims that almost one in two authorized medical cannabis patients in Canada managed to either completely stop or reduce their intake of controlled substances, such as alcohol and opioids , by using cannabis. Cannabis’ Place in Substance Abuse Recovery .

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Veriheal’s 2023 Innovation In Cannabis Scholarship Winners

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Veriheal recognizes the financial challenges students face in pursuing higher education. Veriheal recognizes that higher education is as expensive as it’s ever been — as such — we’ve increased the scholarship amount to $10,000 each for three deserving winners.

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PA: State provides $350K to Wilkes University to launch cannabis education programs

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This grant will help to fund the purchase of critical components to developing these programs and facilitate research relating to the fast-growing cannabis industry. All are used to test levels of CBD in plants grown by farmers and to test products that are available for consumption by humans and pets. benchtop flow cytometer.

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ANA Officially Recognizes Cannabis Nursing As A Specialty Practice

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In a revolutionary development that reflects the ever-changing healthcare arena, cannabis nursing has earned official recognition as a specialized field in nursing. Patient education is their primary focus, as they provide knowledgeable guidance on the therapeutic benefits and potential risks of cannabis.

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New Research Suggests That Cannabis Could Bring Relief For OCD Symptoms

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Until recently, there has been little to no research available that examines the effects of cannabis in patients diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Thanks to an ever increasing interest in the medical benefits of cannabis, a study was recently conducted that researched the acute effects of cannabis on the symptoms of OCD.

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Cannabis and Alzheimer’s Disease: The Compelling Evidence

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A major concern is that the number of people with Alzheimer’s disease is expected to escalate substantially as baby boomers enter their “golden years” with an estimated 16 million people developing Alzheimer’s by 2050. If plaque does not form, Alzheimer’s disease does not develop. A medical miracle is desperately needed.