Author: Gilda's Toronto

An education session on medical cannabis and all of the interesting ways that it is being used throughout the cancer experience. This education session will cover the following topics: – The endocannabinoid system in our bodies – Therapeutic uses & symptom relief (Pain, sleep, anxiety, etc.) – Research on medical cannabis for unwanted cancer and chemotherapy side-effect relief – Types of cannabis and their benefits (Sativa Vs Indica, CBD vs THC) – Dosing methods (Oils & capsules vs inhalation) + importance of working with a healthcare team for proper dosing – Potential side effects – Benefits of medical cannabis over…