Medical Cannabis

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Website: Health Link B.C.
Resource type: Article

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Medical cannabis may be used to treat symptoms of various health conditions such as AIDS or side effects of treatments such as chemotherapy. Negative side effects of cannabis use include impacts on judgment, decision making, concentration, and coordination, as well as the potential to develop cannabis use disorder. Speak with your health care provider if you are considering trying cannabis for medical purposes.

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marijuana, weed, cancer, chemotherapy , AIDS, low appetite, weight loss, muscle stiffness, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury , chronic pain, side effects , safety

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Rated on: 12/9/2020 3:01:00 AM

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