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MedReleaf continues to lead on scientific research: Landmark, peer-reviewed study shows medical cannabis dramatically improves lives of veterans with PTSD

Posted by | Nov 28, 2016 | |

MedReleaf, Canada’s premium licensed producer of medical cannabis, today announced the findings from a landmark study on the effectiveness of medical cannabis on military veterans diagnosed with PTSD. The study found treatment with medical cannabis improved aggregate patient reported outcomes by 50-60% with a 77% decrease in suicidal thoughts as well as a 50% reduction in the consumption of related medications.   The study, being presented today in Vancouver at the 7th Annual Military and Veteran Health Research Forum, was conducted by Dr. Paul Smith, MD, using several of MedReleaf’s proprietary strains of medical cannabis including AviDekel, Luminarium and Midnight. 

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It’s Voting Time

Posted by | Oct 29, 2016 | |

Six licenses, 315 patients, 150 doctors. These are the numbers related to the current law in the State of Florida regarding medical marijuana. The low THC high CBD cannabis is currently allowable for patients recommended by a physician who are suffering from cancer

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Cannabis at the End of Life

Posted by | Oct 1, 2016 | |

Quality care at the end of life is the goal of effective and compassionate hospice and palliative care. Providing comfort care, alleviating symptoms, addressing emotional and spiritual concerns of patients and families and improving overall quality of life is paramount 

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