Fall 2019

Cover Story

Endometriosis can have a devastating impact on women, resulting in infertility and intractable pain. Emerging research points to cannabis as a therapy for endometriosis and many other inflammatory conditions.

By Leslie Apgar, M.D., FACOG

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Cannabis: A Silver Bullet for the Opioid Crisis?

There’s hope that cannabis can substitute for opiate-based drugs and provide effective, long-term analgesia for chronic pain without creating a risk of overdose, but the research is unclear.

By Jamie Santa Cruz

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Inflammation: Taming the Burn

Inflammation is a culprit in many chronic diseases, including arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, and multiple sclerosis. Research and clinical experience suggest that cannabis can help put out the fire.

By Emily Kyle, MS, RDN, CDN, CLT, HCP

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24/7 Relief: Sustained-Release Cannabis Formulations

New delivery methods promise reduced dosing frequency, increased compliance, and around-the-clock benefits for patients suffering from chronic conditions.

By Mark D. Mark Coggins, PharmD, CGP, FASCP