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Prescription vs Cannabis: A Veterans Choice addiction advocacy cannabinoid receptors cbd chronic pain depression ecs entourage effect opioids ptsd sleep thc traumatic brain injury (tbi) Oct 30, 2024

 

Hemp for Victory presents Prescriptions vs Cannabis: A Veterans Choice. Virtual panel discussion.

Shared with the generous permission of Hemp for Victory. 

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions around PTSD, trauma, suicide, and the challenges with pain management and mental health, which may be distressing for some listeners. Please take care while listening if these topics ar...
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The Benefits of Medical Cannabis for Veterans: Managing Anxiety, Depression, Sleep, and Pain anxiety depression pain ptsd sleep stress Oct 30, 2024

 

By Linda Casale, MSN, RN, PMHN-BC

Medical Cannabis has increasingly emerged as a viable treatment option for various health conditions, including anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, and chronic pain. This is particularly significant for veterans, who often experience these issues as a result of their service. Understanding how medical Cannabis can benefit veterans provides valuable insigh...

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Military Vet's Severe PTSD Helped by Cannabis alcohol cessation anxiety blood pressure depression ecs ptsd sleep stigma thc Oct 30, 2024

 

  

Cannabis Health Radio Podcast Hosted by: Ian Jessop and Corrie Yelland

Shared with the generous permission of Cannabis Health Radio. This episode originally aired in August of 2017.

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions around PTSD, trauma, suicide, and the challenges with pain management and mental health, which may be distressing for some listeners. Please take care while ...
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Matthew Butt Supporting Veterans Through Cannabis Care anxiety cannabinoids cbd cbg cbn chronic pain opioid cessation opioids panic ptsd sleep suicide thc tolerance break traumatic brain injury (tbi) Oct 30, 2024

 

 

Let's Talk Cannabis Podcast Hosted by: Sherry Bennett and Chief Medical Advisor Dr. Barb Mainville 

Shared with the generous permission of Let's Talk Cannabis. This episode originally aired in December of 2022.

 

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions around PTSD, trauma, suicide, and the challenges with pain management and mental health, which may be distressing for some l...
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Fabian Henry: Medical Cannabis for Veterans with PTSD advocacy anxiety cannabis oil cbd depression ecs endocannabinoid system (ecs) entourage effect inflammation ptsd sleep thc thca traumatic brain injury (tbi) Oct 30, 2024

  

Let's Talk Cannabis Podcast Hosted by: Sherry Bennett and Chief Medical Advisor Dr. Barb Mainville 

Shared with the generous permission of Let's Talk Cannabis. This episode originally aired in January of 2023.

 

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions around PTSD, trauma, suicide, and the challenges with pain management and mental health, which may be distressing for some list...
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November 2024 Message from the Editors ecn team Oct 30, 2024

Welcome! Thank you for reading the Effective Cannabis Newsletter. Cannabis Health Coaches and Educators created this newsletter to inform you about how Cannabis works in the body. Each newsletter is carefully curated and has a specific theme that changes with every newsletter. For example, our next issue, December 2024, will Review & Reflect on the year. 

The key to success with medical Cannabis ...

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Insights From The iCount Veterans Cannabis Research Study advocacy anxiety arthritis cannabinoids chronic pain depression harm reduction insomnia muscle spasms opioids ptsd sleep Oct 30, 2024

 

Research Led By The Cannabis Center of Excellence 

 

Cannabis research studies led by the Cannabis Center of Excellence span from public health impact to education to reduce substance abuse and more. The CCOE is involved in educational programs for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and the public. These programs disseminate research findings and provide evidence-based information on Can...

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October 2024 Message from the Editors ecn team Sep 27, 2024

Welcome! Thank you for reading the Effective Cannabis Newsletter. Cannabis Health Coaches and Educators created this newsletter to inform you about how Cannabis works in the body. Each newsletter is carefully curated and has a specific theme that changes with every newsletter. For example, our next issue, November 2024, will highlight Cannabis for Veterans.


The key to success with medical Cannabi...

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How To Talk To Your Doctor About Cannabis advocacy Sep 27, 2024

 

 

Hosted by: 

Dr. Felecia Dawson who is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology with expertise in holistic and functional medicine.

Marilyn Pierce who is a registered nurse for over 35 years, 25 of which she spent working at Emory in Atlanta, GA.

 

Dr. Dawson and Nurse Marilyn speak frankly about how to approach the topic of Cannabis with your personal physician. P.L.A.N.T.S. for Lyf...

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Why Sharing Your Medical Cannabis Health Story is So Important advocacy ecs endocannabinoid system (ecs) journaling pain testimonial Sep 27, 2024

 

By Debi Wimberley, Certified Cannabis Educator and Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter

 

Do you have a Medical Cannabis health story to tell? More importantly, how is one defined and where do you start?

Your Medical Cannabis health story is a personal account of how using Cannabis has impacted your health and wellness journey. It’s about the struggles you faced through traditional t...

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Tracking Your Cannabis Use as Medicine: Why It Matters cannabinoids cbd cbg limonene myrcene pinene terpenes thc Sep 27, 2024

 

By Angel Johansen - Certified Cannabis Educator

 

Cannabis has taken the health and wellness industry by storm, and it's no wonder. As more research emerges, so do the benefits of using Cannabis for various therapeutic purposes. To maximize these benefits, understanding how Cannabis affects you personally is essential. That's where tracking your Cannabis with the use of a journal becomes cruc...

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Redefining Cannabis: Moving Beyond Indica, Sativa, and Hybrid cannabinoids cbd limonene linalool myrcene terpenes thc Sep 27, 2024

 

By William Brown, Certified Cannabis Educator

 

This article is meant to help one describe the effects of Cannabis more accurately than using the terms "indica," "sativa," or "hybrid'.

In my humble opinion, it is more effective to highlight the (specific) chemical components of the plant, particularly cannabinoids and terpenes. These compounds have a direct influence on how Cannabis affects ...

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