Medical Cannabis In Canada

Author : Mark H. Kimmins
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2019-09-06
Category : Cannabis
ISBN : 1988344174

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Medical Cannabis in Canada by Mark H. Kimmins Pdf

Cannabis has been used by humans for thousands of years. Proven to be safe and medically effective for many conditions, it is emerging from the stigma of being illegal over the last century. Now that it's legal in Canada, the number of people seeking medically specific cannabis products is growing rapidly. Medical and recreational cannabis are two very distinct streams, however, and there are major differences between the two: from types of product to points of access, applications, dosing - even in the intent to use. Patients are specifically looking for relief of symptoms without impairment - the high that recreational users seek. Many Canadians have been self-medicating for years, but that is not the safest, most reliable, or most effective way of using cannabis as medicine. Health Canada continues to govern medical cannabis, keeping its use, access, and legislation distinct from the recreational stream. This book brings clarity for both patients and health care providers (who receive little to no formal education about medical cannabis) and is a comprehensive guide to this re-emerging field of medicine. Clarifies the differences between medical and recreational cannabis. Covers the history, research, and health benefits of cannabis and discusses its application to some 40 specific diseases and symptoms. Explains how to access and use cannabis for medical purposes, as well as the laws that apply specifically to medical cannabis. Features a glossary of key terms, especially useful for patients; Canadian-specific resources; and an extensive reference section citing source material and research from around the world that is guiding medical practice. "Mark, your discussion on medical cannabis is thoughtful, measured and easy to understand. Well done." - C. Dale Mercer, General Surgeon, Professor Emeritus, Queen's University

Author : Mahmoud A. ElSohly
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2007-11-15
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781592599479

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Marijuana and the Cannabinoids by Mahmoud A. ElSohly Pdf

Although primarily used today as one of the most prevalent illicit leisure drugs, the use of Cannabis sativa L., commonly referred to as marijuana, for medicinal purposes has been reported for more than 5000 years. Marijuana use has been shown to create numerous health problems, and, consequently, the expanding use beyond medical purposes into recreational use (abuse) resulted in control of the drug through international treaties. Much research has been carried out over the past few decades following the identification of the chemical structure of THC in 1964. The purpose of Marijuana and the Cannabinoids is to present in a single volume the comprehensive knowledge and experience of renowned researchers and scientists. Each chapter is written independently by an expert in his/her field of endeavor, ranging from the botany, the constituents, the chemistry and pharmacokinetics, the effects and consequences of illicit use on the human body, to the therapeutic potential of the cannabinoids.

Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Health and Medicine Division,Board on Population Health and Public Health Practice,Committee on the Health Effects of Marijuana: An Evidence Review and Research Agenda
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 487 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2017-03-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309453073

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The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Health and Medicine Division,Board on Population Health and Public Health Practice,Committee on the Health Effects of Marijuana: An Evidence Review and Research Agenda Pdf

Significant changes have taken place in the policy landscape surrounding cannabis legalization, production, and use. During the past 20 years, 25 states and the District of Columbia have legalized cannabis and/or cannabidiol (a component of cannabis) for medical conditions or retail sales at the state level and 4 states have legalized both the medical and recreational use of cannabis. These landmark changes in policy have impacted cannabis use patterns and perceived levels of risk. However, despite this changing landscape, evidence regarding the short- and long-term health effects of cannabis use remains elusive. While a myriad of studies have examined cannabis use in all its various forms, often these research conclusions are not appropriately synthesized, translated for, or communicated to policy makers, health care providers, state health officials, or other stakeholders who have been charged with influencing and enacting policies, procedures, and laws related to cannabis use. Unlike other controlled substances such as alcohol or tobacco, no accepted standards for safe use or appropriate dose are available to help guide individuals as they make choices regarding the issues of if, when, where, and how to use cannabis safely and, in regard to therapeutic uses, effectively. Shifting public sentiment, conflicting and impeded scientific research, and legislative battles have fueled the debate about what, if any, harms or benefits can be attributed to the use of cannabis or its derivatives, and this lack of aggregated knowledge has broad public health implications. The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids provides a comprehensive review of scientific evidence related to the health effects and potential therapeutic benefits of cannabis. This report provides a research agendaâ€"outlining gaps in current knowledge and opportunities for providing additional insight into these issuesâ€"that summarizes and prioritizes pressing research needs.

Author : Andrew D. Hathaway,Clayton James Smith McCann
Publisher : UBC Press
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2022-05-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780774866736

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The High North by Andrew D. Hathaway,Clayton James Smith McCann Pdf

The High North is a groundbreaking collection of essays that shakes up widely accepted narratives about marijuana legalization in Canada. Featuring contributions from cannabis scholars and “practitioners,” activists and advocates, these pieces examine public policy on cannabis, assess consumer perceptions, and revisit the history of the legalization movement. From the first appearance of cannabis in Canada and the advent of current-day dispensaries, to the mental health implications of legal weed and the plight of workers in the cannabis economy, The High North offers a comprehensive critique of the many aspects of legalization.

Author : British Medical Association
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1997-11-18
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9057023180

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Therapeutic Uses of Cannabis by British Medical Association Pdf

At the last Annual Representative Meeting of the British Medical Association a motion was passed that `certain additional cannabinoids should be legalized for wider medicinal use.'' This report supports this landmark statement by reviewing the scientific evidence for the therapeutic use of cannabinoids and sets the agenda for change. It will be welcomed by those who believe that cannabinoids can be used in medical treatment. The report discusses in a clear and readable form the use and adverse effects of the drug for nausea, multiple sclerosis, pain, epilepsy, glaucoma, and asthma.

Author : Kaleigh Nadine Johnston
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Marijuana
ISBN : OCLC:1127825755

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Far from a Policy Green Zone by Kaleigh Nadine Johnston Pdf

This study investigates how medical marijuana can be made more accessible to Canadians in need of an exemption from the illegality of cannabis. Prior research suggests that medical marijuana users in Canada face numerous barriers to safe and meaningful patient access available through the exemption outlined in Marihuana Medical Access Regulations. Barriers affecting access include the onerous application process, the role of medical practitioners as gatekeepers, the lack of a legal effective supply, and the absence of a cost coverage model. An examination of international comparisons is used to identify where other jurisdictions' medical marijuana policies alleviate some of the barriers apparent in Canada's regulations. A series of elite interviews validate which options are politically feasible for Canada. Results from this research indicate that reducing the complexity of the application for an authorization to possess is the most favourable short-term option for improving access to medicinal cannabis in Canada.

Author : Institute of Medicine,Janet Joy,Alison Mack
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2000-12-30
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309065313

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Marijuana As Medicine? by Institute of Medicine,Janet Joy,Alison Mack Pdf

Some people suffer from chronic, debilitating disorders for which no conventional treatment brings relief. Can marijuana ease their symptoms? Would it be breaking the law to turn to marijuana as a medication? There are few sources of objective, scientifically sound advice for people in this situation. Most books about marijuana and medicine attempt to promote the views of advocates or opponents. To fill the gap between these extremes, authors Alison Mack and Janet Joy have extracted critical findings from a recent Institute of Medicine study on this important issue, interpreting them for a general audience. Marijuana As Medicine? provides patientsâ€"as well as the people who care for themâ€"with a foundation for making decisions about their own health care. This empowering volume examines several key points, including: Whether marijuana can relieve a variety of symptoms, including pain, muscle spasticity, nausea, and appetite loss. The dangers of smoking marijuana, as well as the effects of its active chemical components on the immune system and on psychological health. The potential use of marijuana-based medications on symptoms of AIDS, cancer, multiple sclerosis, and several other specific disorders, in comparison with existing treatments. Marijuana As Medicine? introduces readers to the active compounds in marijuana. These include the principal ingredient in Marinol, a legal medication. The authors also discuss the prospects for developing other drugs derived from marijuana's active ingredients. In addition to providing an up-to-date review of the science behind the medical marijuana debate, Mack and Joy also answer common questions about the legal status of marijuana, explaining the conflict between state and federal law regarding its medical use. Intended primarily as an aid to patients and caregivers, this book objectively presents critical information so that it can be used to make responsible health care decisions. Marijuana As Medicine? will also be a valuable resource for policymakers, health care providers, patient counselors, medical faculty and studentsâ€"in short, anyone who wants to learn more about this important issue.

Author : Andrew Potter,Daniel Weinstock
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2019-03-30
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780773556362

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High Time by Andrew Potter,Daniel Weinstock Pdf

It took Canada fifty years to reform its marijuana laws. Did it get them right?

Author : Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Marijuana
ISBN : 1771782838

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Marijuana for Medical Purposes by Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse Pdf

Canada's medical bodies, including the College of Family Physicians of Canada, the Canadian Medical Association and the Federation of Medical Regulatory Authorities of Canada, have expressed concern with the process by which dried marijuana has entered medical practice in Canada and especially with the recently introduced Marihuana for Medicinal Purposes Regulations (MMPRs). [...] The Convention states that use and related activities (production, distribution, etc.) should be punishable offenses; however it also offers the option of diversion to treatment where appropriate.3 To date there has been no application to Health Canada for the approval of dried cannabis for a medical purpose under the Food and Drugs Act (FDA), which is the standard process for approval of a therap [...] The MMARs were developed after the Ontario Court of Appeal found that the CDSA infringed on Section 7 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms by failing to provide adequate exemptions for medical use.5 Under the MMARs, patients applied directly to Health Canada for an "Authorization to Possess." Applications had to include a medical declaration from a physician. [...] However, as of July 2015, producers can supply marijuana in fresh (i.e., buds and leaves), dried and oil forms.7 This change resulted from the June 2015 Supreme Court of Canada decision in R. v. Smith,8 which found that the prohibition on the possession of non-dried forms of medical marijuana limited the right to liberty of the person. [...] Impact on Non-Therapeutic Use: Studies that have examined the impact of legislation for the medical use of marijuana on recreational marijuana use have been observational and unable to conclusively establish causation or mechanisms of influence.

Author : Jeff Ditchfield,Mel Thomas
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2014-11
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1937866114

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The Medical Cannabis Guidebook by Jeff Ditchfield,Mel Thomas Pdf

The Medical Cannabis Guidebook is the most exhaustive guide to medicinal cannabis produced to date, with information regarding the types of illnesses and diseases that can be helped by cannabis, real case studies from medical users, grow information, legal advice and more. With many recipes for extracts, descriptions of administration techniques, and discussions of the therapeutic uses of cannabis throughout the ages, it serves as a handbook for cannabis use and also allows patients to make and grow their own medicine, dose correctly and educate themselves.

Author : Michael Backes
Publisher : Black Dog & Leventhal
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2017-11-14
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780316555722

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Cannabis Pharmacy by Michael Backes Pdf

The most comprehensive and approachable book available on understanding and using medical marijuana. Revised and updated with the latest information on varietals, delivery, dosing, and treatable conditions, Cannabis Pharmacy is "a well-designed and -illustrated and easy-to-use resource"(Booklist) for those considering medical marijuana as a treatment option. In Cannabis Pharmacy, expert Michael Backes offers evidence-based information on using cannabis to treat an array of ailments and conditions. He provides information on how cannabis works with the body's own system, how best to prepare and administer it, and how to modify and control dosage. This newly revised edition is now completely up-to-date with the latest information on the body's endocannabinoid system, which is understood to control emotion, appetite, and memory. Delivery methods including e-cigarette and vape designs are also covered here, along with information on additional varietals and a new system for classification. Cannabis Pharmacy covers more than 50 ailments and conditions that can be alleviated with marijuana. There are currently more than 4.2 million medical cannabis patients in the United States, and there are 33 states plus the District of Columbia where medical cannabis is legal.

Author : Bonni Goldstein
Publisher : Little, Brown Spark
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2020-09-29
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780316500814

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Cannabis Is Medicine by Bonni Goldstein Pdf

Unlock the healing power of cannabis medicine and discover the cutting-edge science behind its remarkable impact on human health. Millions of people around the world are healing illnesses with cannabis. Nonetheless, many physicians remain reluctant to discuss cannabis medicine with their patients. And with so much conflicting misinformation from unreliable sources, finding out if cannabis could be an effective treatment for you or a loved one can feel nearly impossible. This book is the comprehensive resource for people who have not found relief from conventional medicines. Bonni Goldstein, MD, has helped thousands of patients suffering from chronic, difficult-to-treat conditions improve with cannabis. In this revelatory book, she explains the current state of scientific research on how cannabis interacts with human physiology to create homeostasis -- balance -- leading to good health. Many of the plant's compounds, including CBD and CBG, and their therapeutic effects are explained in detail. Readers will learn how to best navigate the multitude of available cannabis-based products, with detailed guidance on safety and usage, and how to customize a personalized cannabis regimen. And Dr. Goldstein presents 28 common conditions for which patients have found cannabis treatment to be effective, including cancer, insomnia and gastrointestinal disorders. As medical cannabis laws continue to evolve, it is more vital than ever for struggling patients to understand the benefits of this plant from an honest, medicine-based perspective. Educational, practical, and thorough, Cannabis Is Medicine empowers patients to make informed decisions about this natural medicine and improve the quality of their lives.

Author : BRUCE A. MACFARLANE
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0779896858

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CANNABIS LAW by BRUCE A. MACFARLANE Pdf

Author : Betty Wedman-St.Louis
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2019-09-26
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780429622199

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Cannabis as Medicine by Betty Wedman-St.Louis Pdf

For hundreds of years cannabis has been used as a therapeutic medicine around the world. Cannabis was an accepted medicine during the second half of the 19th century, but its use declined because single agent pain medications were advocated by physicians who demanded standardization of medicines. It was not until 1964 when the chemical structure of THC (delta 9-tetrahydrocannabinol) was elucidated and its pharmacological effects began to be understood. Numerous therapeutic effects of cannabis have been reviewed, but cannabis-based medicines are still an enigma because of legal issues. Many patients could benefit from cannabinoids, terpenoids and flavonoids found in Cannabis sativa L. These patients suffer from medical conditions including chronic pain, chronic inflammatory diseases, neurological disorders, and other debilitating illnesses. As more states are legalizing medical cannabis, prescribers need a reliable source which provides clinical information in a succinct format. This book focuses on the science of cannabis as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory supplement. It discusses cannabis uses in the human body for bone health/osteoporosis; brain injury and trauma; cancer; diabetes; gastrointestinal conditions; mental health disorders; insomnia; pain; anxiety disorders; depression; migraines; eye disorders; and arthritis and inflammation. There is emphasis on using the whole plant — from root to raw leaves and flowers discussing strains, extraction and analysis, and use of cannabis-infused edibles. Features: Provides an understanding of the botanical and biochemistry behind cannabis as well as its use as a dietary supplement. Discusses endocannabinoid system and cannabinoid receptors. Includes information on antioxidant benefits, pain receptors using cannabinoids, and dosage guidelines. Presents research on cannabis treatment plans, drug-cannabis interactions and dosing issues, cannabis vapes, edibles, creams, and suppositories. Multiple appendices including a glossary of cannabis vocabulary, how to use cannabis products, a patient guide and recipes as well as information on cannabis for pets.

Author : Tom Decorte,Simon Lenton,Chris Wilkins
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 431 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2020-02-20
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780429765049

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Legalizing Cannabis by Tom Decorte,Simon Lenton,Chris Wilkins Pdf

Marijuana is the most widely used illegal drug in the world. Over the past couple of decades, several Western jurisdictions have seen reforms in, or changes to, the way cannabis use is being controlled, departing from traditional approaches of criminal prohibition that have dominated cannabis use control regimes for most of the twentieth century. While reform is stalled at the international level, the last decade has seen an acceleration of legislative and regulatory reforms at the local and national levels, with countries no longer willing to bear the human and financial costs of prohibitive policies. Furthermore, legalization models have been implemented in US states, Canada and Uruguay, and are being debated in a number of other countries. These models are providing the world with unique pilot programs from which to study and learn. This book assembles an international who’s who of cannabis scholars who bring together the best available evidence and expertise to address questions such as: How should we evaluate the models of cannabis legalization as they have been implemented in several jurisdictions in the past few years? Which scenarios for future cannabis legalization have been developed elsewhere, and how similar/different are they from the models already implemented? What lessons from the successes and failures experienced with the regulation of other psychoactive substances (such as alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals and “legal highs”) can be translated to the effective regulation of cannabis markets? Legalizing Cannabis will appeal to anyone interested in public health policies and drug policy reform and offers relevant insights for stakeholders in any other country where academic, societal or political evaluations of current cannabis policies (and even broader: current drug policies) are a subject of debate.