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Cannabis Helped My Crohn's Disease and Improved My Quality of Life Tremendously! anxiety cbd cbn chronic pain crohn's depression inflammation muscle spasms stigma testimonial thc Jan 04, 2025

Submitted by Sandy D. from New Jersey

I am 44 years old from New Jersey. I have been dealing with Crohn's disease since I was in my late 20s.

The challenges I was facing

Were chronic pain and flares with stomach spasms and joint pain with anxiety and depression. Causing me to feel lonely, a burden, and isolated.

I was on a lot of different prescription medications

With side effects such...

Breaking Barriers: Confronting Cancer, Cannabis, and the Stigma Holding Us Back cancer stigma Jan 04, 2025

By Jay Jay O’Brien C.H. ACCE Certified Cannabis Health Coach & Educator

Pandemic Levels of Cancer: A Growing Global Concern

As it stands today, 1 in 2 men and 1 in 3 women are expected to be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lifetime. Those are staggering odds. That’s essentially a 50/50 chance for men, and the odds for women aren’t much better. Cancer remains the second leading...

Cannabis and Other Plant-based Medicines Have Helped Me Live a Prescription and Opioid Free Life for Nearly 15 Years anxiety beta-caryophyllene cbd edibles linalool migraines myrcene opioid cessation pain stigma terpenes testimonial thc traumatic brain injury (tbi) Jan 04, 2025

Submitted by Otha S. from Annapolis, Maryland

I am 43 years old, from Annapolis, Maryland. I was suffering from a head injury, anxiety, and back pain for 16 years.

In 2006, I was involved in a serious car accident that nearly took my life

I fell asleep at the wheel and was ejected from the car, landing on my head and upper back. I suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) as a result and was l...

January 2025 Message from the Editors ecn team Jan 03, 2025

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Event: Psychedelics, Cannabis and End of Life Nov 19, 2024

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Join us for an Elevate with the Collective Community Conversation about Psychedelics, Cannabis, and End of Life on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 5:00 pm PT.

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Behind the Scenes: The Role of Caregivers in Veterans' Lives Oct 31, 2024

Host: Debi Wimberley - Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter with Guest Stephanie Taylor

Host Debi Wimberley had the honor of sitting down with veteran Stephanie Taylor, for a conversation to explore the personal journey of becoming a caregiver for her husband, who is a veteran, detailing the emotional and logistical challenges along the way. The conversation begins by examining t...

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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 May of 2021.

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 li...

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...

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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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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Submitted by Sandy D. from New Jersey

The challenges I was facing

I was on a lot of different prescription medications

By Jay Jay O’Brien C.H. ACCE Certified Cannabis Health Coach & Educator

Pandemic Levels of Cancer: A Growing Global Concern

Submitted by Otha S. from Annapolis, Maryland

In 2006, I was involved in a serious car accident that nearly took my life

Hosted by:

Kyona, is a Board Certified Ayurvedic Health Counselor, multifaceted holistic practitioner, and ECN Advocate,

Alex, is an Integrative Hypnotist, Change Worker, and ECN Advocate,

Host: Debi Wimberley - Founder of the Effective Cannabis Newsletter with Guest Stephanie Taylor

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

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 li...

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

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...

By Linda Casale, MSN, RN, PMHN-BC

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

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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