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August 2021 News highlight
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Advances in research have led to increased interest in the properties and potential of cannabis to treat many illnesses that have alluded modern medicine. Now, practitioners and consumers turn their attention to the role that it may play in the treatment of COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2.
Special guests:
Jason Nelson | Senior Vice President, Horticulture
Marion McNabb, DrPH, MPH
Founder and President
Cannabis Center of Excellence, INC
The focus has been on the immune modulation and vascular effects of cannabis.1,2 As with any pharmacological treatment, the effects will depend on patient specifics and the stage of disease. To grasp the current state of research, CRx evaluates the weight of evidence and speaks with experts in the field of medicinal cannabis. When working with medicinal cannabis in the age of COVID-19, it may help to think in wo separate categories: COVID-19 naïve (cannabis use in a population that is not and has no record of having been infected by COVID-19) and acute COVID-19.
Can Using Cannabis Make People More Susceptible to COVID-19 Infection?
David Bearman, MD, executive vice president of the American Academy of Cannabinoid Medicine and a certified cannabinoid medicine specialist, notes that it’s important to distinguish between adult and medicinal cannabis use.
Concerning adult use, Bearman would err on the side of caution and recommends people “take an herbal vacation until they’ve been successfully vaccinated.” If a person is using cannabis to relieve symptoms of a serious illness, such as cancer or epilepsy, Bearman believes it may be beneficial for some patients to continue treatment but makes it clear that “risk assessment for cannabis during the COVID-19 pandemic needs to be made in conjunction with the health care provider on a case-by-case basis.”
The intent is to ensure that potential benefits outweigh the risks. Bearman also emphasizes that any inhalation—whether via smoking or vaporizing—increases a person’s risk of COVID-19 because the respiratory route of cannabis increases both sputum and bronchial irritation, making a person more susceptible to infection. Essentially, if cannabis is being used medicinally, clinicians should discuss the immune modulation effects and route of administration with patients.
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PUBLISHEDFriday, August 6, 2021 12:01 AMSEASON, 12, EPISODE 1391, More info, More episodes, Show website, Facebook, Twitter
Special guests:
Jason Nelson | Senior Vice President, Horticulture
Marion McNabb, DrPH, MPH
Founder and President
Cannabis Center of Excellence, INC
The focus has been on the immune modulation and vascular effects of cannabis.1,2 As with any pharmacological treatment, the effects will depend on patient specifics and the stage of disease. To grasp the current state of research, CRx evaluates the weight of evidence and speaks with experts in the field of medicinal cannabis. When working with medicinal cannabis in the age of COVID-19, it may help to think in wo separate categories: COVID-19 naïve (cannabis use in a population that is not and has no record of having been infected by COVID-19) and acute COVID-19.
Can Using Cannabis Make People More Susceptible to COVID-19 Infection?
David Bearman, MD, executive vice president of the American Academy of Cannabinoid Medicine and a certified cannabinoid medicine specialist, notes that it’s important to distinguish between adult and medicinal cannabis use.
Concerning adult use, Bearman would err on the side of caution and recommends people “take an herbal vacation until they’ve been successfully vaccinated.” If a person is using cannabis to relieve symptoms of a serious illness, such as cancer or epilepsy, Bearman believes it may be beneficial for some patients to continue treatment but makes it clear that “risk assessment for cannabis during the COVID-19 pandemic needs to be made in conjunction with the health care provider on a case-by-case basis.”
The intent is to ensure that potential benefits outweigh the risks. Bearman also emphasizes that any inhalation—whether via smoking or vaporizing—increases a person’s risk of COVID-19 because the respiratory route of cannabis increases both sputum and bronchial irritation, making a person more susceptible to infection. Essentially, if cannabis is being used medicinally, clinicians should discuss the immune modulation effects and route of administration with patients.
Reference Links:
- COVID study data will be released in August 2021 when the study is completed
- Cannabis and COVID Research Event held by COE in Dec 2020 with 6 COVID and Cannabis Researchers
- Link to sign up If companies are interested in partnering on the Healthcare provider medical cannabis study this year with COE and Medicinal Genomics
- https://www.cannacenterofexcellence.org/CCOE on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
PUBLISHEDFriday, August 6, 2021 12:01 AMSEASON, 12, EPISODE 1391, More info, More episodes, Show website, Facebook, Twitter
Podcast: Dr. Marion McNabb and Nurse Mark from the Green Nurse Talk all things cannabis and healthcare providers
August 6, 2021 | Watch Here
August 6, 2021 | Watch Here
Research Abounds: How Dr. Marion McNabb is Looking to Take the Medical Cannabis Industry to the Next Level. July 1, 2021.
Cannabis Science and Technology Magazine, Megan L'Heureux
July 1, 2021 | Read Here!
Drug Topics: Healthcare Provider-Focused Medical Cannabis Research Study Launched by Cannabis Center of Excellence, Medicinal Genomics, and UMass Dartmouth, Madeline Colli
May 25, 2021 | Read Here!
What Do Healthcare Pros Know (And Want To Learn) About Medical Cannabis? New Study Seeks Answers, Javier Hasse May
May 19, 2021 | Read Here!
Study seeks healthcare provider views on medical cannabis Health workers in both the U.S. and Canada are being asked to provide their input, Angela Stelmakowich
May 18, 2021 | Read Here!
Healthcare Provider-Focused Medical Cannabis Research Study Launched by Cannabis Center of Excellence, Medicinal Genomics, and UMass Dartmouth, Madeline Colli
May 17, 2021 | Read Here!
Cannabis users consumed more during COVID pandemic, UMass Dartmouth and Cannabis Center of Excellence study indicates
December 10, 2020 | Read Here!
December 10, 2020 | Read Here!
Cannabis retailers vow to fight marijuana delivery regulations poised for passage Monday
November 29, 2020 | Read on Boston Herald
November 29, 2020 | Read on Boston Herald
From Post-Traumatic Stress to Post-Traumatic Growth: How Medical Cannabis Is Helping Veterans with PTSD.” Publication
Nov 10, 2020 | Cannabis Science and Technology® and Cannabis Patient Care™
Nov 10, 2020 | Cannabis Science and Technology® and Cannabis Patient Care™
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The Pandemic Pot Boom with Brit Smith of the Different Leaf Nov 5, 2020 | The Different Leaf |
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CannMed Events Coffee Talk Podcast with Dr. Marion McNabb
Nov 9, 2020 | CannMed with Medicinal Genomics
Cannabis Science and Technology to Host Special Veterans Day Webcast
October 30, 2020 | Madeline Colli Cannabis Science and Technology Magazine
MCR Labs ‘Ask An Expert’ Virtual Event Seeks to Clear Up Cannabis Confusion
October 22, 2020 | Read on MG Magazine
October 22, 2020 | Read on MG Magazine
Excelsior College Welcomes Our Cannabis Industrial Advisory Committee of Leading Industry Professionals
October 11, 2020 | Read on Excelsior College
October 11, 2020 | Read on Excelsior College
Sociology seminar explores U.S. drug policy through marijuana legalization debate
Coursework includes NJ resident survey ahead of public vote
September 30, 2020 | Read on NEWS at Rider University
Coursework includes NJ resident survey ahead of public vote
September 30, 2020 | Read on NEWS at Rider University
Worcester-based cannabis research corporation studying impacts of coronavirus on medical and adult-use marijuana consumers
May 6, 2020 | Read on MASSLIVE
May 6, 2020 | Read on MASSLIVE
Mass Marijuana Regulator Joins Fight to Allow Recreational Pot Stores to Reopen
March 30, 2020 | Read on The Boston Globe
March 30, 2020 | Read on The Boston Globe
A New Cannabis Culinary Assistant Course Is Being Offered At Holyoke Community College
February 12, 2020 | Read on Spectrum News
February 12, 2020 | Read on Spectrum News
2019 NEWS COVERAGE
Mass. banned vape sales more than two months ago. And now business in N.H. and Maine is booming
December 4, 2019 | Read on The Boston Globe
December 4, 2019 | Read on The Boston Globe
Massachusetts regulators quarantine medical vape products as ban expires
November 12, 2019 | Read on Boston Business Journal
November 12, 2019 | Read on Boston Business Journal
Dr. McNabb Interview with Bob Oakes: Marijuana Vape Sales to Medical Patients will likely resume
November 7, 2019 | Listen on WBUR Morning Edition
November 7, 2019 | Listen on WBUR Morning Edition
As Cannabis Control Commission prepares to vote on vaping ban, coalition says Mass. should lift ban on already tested THC vape products
November 6, 2019 | Read on Mass Live
November 6, 2019 | Read on Mass Live
HCC, C3RN Launch State’s First Cannabis Education Center
October 28, 2019 | Read on Healthcare News
October 28, 2019 | Read on Healthcare News
Holyoke Community College to offer cannabis industry training programs
October 24, 2019 | Read on Gazette.net
October 24, 2019 | Read on Gazette.net
Connecting Point Interview: HCC Cannabis Education Center Launch
October 22, 2019 | Watch from WGBY57 on YouTube
October 22, 2019 | Watch from WGBY57 on YouTube
Holyoke Community College opens first Cannabis Education Center in State
October 22, 2019 | Read on Mass Live
October 22, 2019 | Read on Mass Live
Language of Business TV show and podcast filming: All about cannabis!
September 20, 2019 | Read on Language of Business
September 20, 2019 | Read on Language of Business
As Rob Gronkowski endorses CBD benefits, area communities grapple with enforcement of state restrictions
September 7, 2019 | Read on the Cape Cod Times
September 7, 2019 | Read on the Cape Cod Times
Seth Moulton to speak by video at Lynn cannabis conference
August 22, 2019 | Read on The Boston Globe
August 22, 2019 | Read on The Boston Globe
Brit Smith/Blunt Talk: Summer Catch Up With C3RN, VAH, And Joint Venture Co.
August 19, 2019 | Listen on iHeartRadio
August 19, 2019 | Listen on iHeartRadio
Aging baby boomers becoming new face of cannabis
July 27, 2019 | Read on the Worcester Telegram and Gazette
July 27, 2019 | Read on the Worcester Telegram and Gazette
Cannabis Control Commission's Social Equity Program Moves Forward with Six Vendors
July 17, 2019 | Read on MA CCC
July 17, 2019 | Read on MA CCC
Weedmaps: Researchers See Veterans for National Survey on Marijuana
June 28, 2019 | Read on Weedmaps
June 28, 2019 | Read on Weedmaps
Don’t mess with my livelihood,' hemp advocates tell lawmakers
June 25, 2019 | Read on Boston Business Journal
June 25, 2019 | Read on Boston Business Journal
Restrictive Massachusetts guidelines on selling CBD products worry hemp farmers
June 19, 2019 | From Mass Live
June 19, 2019 | From Mass Live
Pot Advocates Push Back on Concerns Raised by Some Health Professionals
June 12, 2019 | Read on NECN
June 12, 2019 | Read on NECN
Veterans Health Study Seeks to Expand Awareness, Access to Medical Marijuana
May 26, 2019 | Read on the Worcester Telegram
May 26, 2019 | Read on the Worcester Telegram
Researchers Studying Veterans’ Use of Medical Marijuana; Early Results Presented in Holyoke
April 18, 2019 | Read on Mass Live
April 18, 2019 | Read on Mass Live
Event in Holyoke Discussing Equity in Pot Industry Draws Big Crowd
April 18, 2019 | Read on WWLP 22
April 18, 2019 | Read on WWLP 22
Cannabis Advancement Series in Massachusetts Will Spotlight Social Equity at April 18 Event
April 17, 2019 | Read on Cannabis Business Times
April 17, 2019 | Read on Cannabis Business Times
AmeriCann Partners with C3RN and Veterans Alternative Healing to Launch Veterans Health and Cannabis Citizen Science Study
April 4, 2019 | Read on AP News
April 4, 2019 | Read on AP News
MASS LIVE and BBJ: New Coalition Seeks to Give Veterans Easier Access to Medical Marijuana
March 20, 2019 | Read on Boston Business Journal
March 20, 2019 | Read on Boston Business Journal
Veterans in Need of Medical Marijuana ‘Should Not Have to Worry About Finances,’ New Group Says
March 8, 2019 | Read on The Boston Globe
March 8, 2019 | Read on The Boston Globe