Host: Debi Wimberley - Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter with Guest Dr. Demetria Bates DNP, FNP-BC, CCE

In this episode, Dr. Bates discusses her journey in discovering Cannabis as a viable treatment option, its interaction with the body's Endocannabinoid System (ECS), and its potential to alleviate various joint and bone pains.

Dr. Bates and host Debi Wimberley provide insights into navigating medical Cannabis alongside traditional medications and the importance of being an advocate for your health. Addressing common concerns, such as whether Cannabis can be used as a standalone treatment and how to approach healthcare providers about its use.

Throughout the interview, Dr. Bates illuminates the challenges of advocating for medical Cannabis and encourages listeners to approach the topic with an open mind. The interview aims to educate and empower individuals to consider Cannabis as a legitimate treatment option for joint and bone pain, challenging stigma and promoting informed decision-making in healthcare.

About Debi Wimberley:

Debi Wimberley is a staunch, tireless, and caring advocate for Medical Cannabis education and self-empowerment in healthy living. A survivor of decades of chronic, debilitating pain and lung disease, she never gave up hope, even when doctors bluntly declared there was nothing more they could do. Drawing on her background in medical technology, oncology, and hospitals Debi embarked on a quest of learning and adaptation. She obtained certifications in Medical Cannabis applications and Patient Care, leveraging her expertise to become a professional communicator and content creator focused on Cannabis education. Debi's mission is to consolidate quality, accurate, fact-based education in collaboration with certified Cannabis educators, health coaches, and medical professionals, pioneering new pathways in this evolving field.

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Effective Cannabis Newsletter is a platform to educate on the vital role of the Endocannabinoid System (ECS) in one's health. The information is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in or available through this newsletter is for general information purposes only. It is not medical advice; it is health awareness.