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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.
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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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By Debi Wimberley, Certified Cannabis Educator and Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter
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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...
By Debi Wimberley Certified Cannabis Educator and Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter
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Introduction
My first visit to a Cannabis dispensary was surreal. The front waiting area resembled a doctor’s office. I checked in with my MMJ card ID, surrounded by people in business suits, t-shirts, high heels, and sneakers. Everyone was smiling. When my name was called, my caregiver wheeled me i...
Submitted by Alex M. from Seattle, WA
Maybe my life sounds familiar. I’m over 50. I’ve struggled with depression, anxiety and PTSD for most of my life. I also had the whammy of postpartum depression.
Of course, I self-identified as anxious and depressed. I was triggered by all sorts of external realities.
But all that changed in 2020.
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With the interruption in normal life that Covid-19 broug...
 Host: Debi Wimberley - Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter with Guest Janna Champagne BCMH, DMCS, BSN, RN (RET)
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In this episode, join us for an insightful conversation with Janna Champagne, this month's Effective Cannabis Newsletter Guest Editor, as we delve into the benefits of medical Cannabis and its applications in treating neurological conditions.
The conversation underscore...
Submitted by Tara B. from Agoura Hills/Malibu, California
My daughter was 21 years old when this story occurred a few years ago, residing in Agoura Hills/Malibu, California, which thankfully offers unencumbered access to Cannabis. Autism and epilepsy were diagnosed in 2005, causing seizures, tics, mood regulation issues, cyclical vomiting, sensory overload, irregular menstrual cycle (possible PCO...
By Dr. Janna Champagne, BCMH, DMCS, BSN, RN (RET)
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Tens of thousands of parents in the US choose to administer Cannabis to their child with autism, a seemingly risky prospect considering the complex legalities of medical Cannabis and potential scrutiny by punitive regulations. I’m one of those parents using Cannabis to treat my daughter with autism, and I can personally vouch for the angst and ...
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I am 41 years old. I am from Amelia, Virginia currently reside in Greensboro, NC. I have been dealing with chronic pain and anxiety for over ten years.
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My anxiety was the culprit for my chronic pain
The challenges I was facing were anxiety, depression, and insomnia which caused me to feel depressed, hopeless, sad, miserable, and in pain. The pain would start at the base of my skull and rad...
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Jason Wilson, MS, Discusses What is Cannabis?
Cannabis is one plant – it is a plant that can present itself in many different forms and chemical profiles.
In this enlightening YouTube video, Jason delves into the intricate world of Cannabis, highlighting its remarkable ability to manifest in various forms and chemical compositions. With an extensive overview, viewers will learn about:
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Dr. Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D. Discusses:Â
Throughout her journey researching the Cannabis plant, she changed her mind on a lot of things, including the pronunciation of "Cannabinoid."
In this enlightening YouTube video, the emphasis is placed on the pronunciation of the word "Cannabinoid." The speaker shares her journey of adopting the pronunciation "Canna-bis" to honor and acknowledge the orig...
Lisa L. 59 years young from Sioux Lookout, ON
Living with Osteoarthritis of the hands for 10 years, of constant, throbbing pain between the affected joints and loss of comfortable motion frustrated me as I play many sports that involve the use of my hands primarily.
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Before I started taking a combination of CBD, CBDA and CBG daily
I tried many options to both decrease the pain and increase th...
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Host: Debi Wimberley - Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter with Guest Terese Bowors Certified Cannabis Coach
In this interview, Terese discusses her experience managing autoimmune disorders for over 15 years, highlighting the unique challenges faced by both herself and her family members who also have autoimmune conditions. She offers valuable insights into the complexities of caregiv...
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