S4 Ep7 - Cannabis's Future is Bright!
Manage episode 323042628 series 2795398
In this final episode, we'd like to talk to you about the future of cannabis and more specifically, the future of cannabis research, products, and medicine.
Policy
Research
- Multidisciplinary Center for Cannabinoid Research (or MCCR)
- Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research Journal.
- Dr. Ethan Russo CBG observational study
Genetics
- CYP2cC9 rs1057910. which preliminary research which upcoming research is suggesting it might affect THC metabolism if the enzyme works too slow. This could mean a buildup or the development of toxic end products if the corresponding enzyme is working too slowly.
- FAAH rs324420. A lot of work has already been done to understand FAAH, which we’ve talked about plays a role in metabolism and might be a predisposition for cannabis addiction; check out Episode 4
for more information.
College Certificates and Degrees
- Colorado State University, Bachelor of Science in Cannabis Biology and Chemistry.
- The University of Vermont is the first medical school in the nation to offer a professional certificate in cannabis and medicine for therapeutic use.
- The American Cannabis Nurses Association also offers CEUs to nurses through its online cannabis curriculum.
CEUs for Providers
- Knox Docs Education-Five training modules on cannabis medicine provide important historical and contemporary context around cannabis use, before diving into the fundamental scientific study of the plant and physiology of the endocannabinoid system
- The Answer Page is a medical education resource that has been providing the highest quality accredited education to the healthcare community for over two decades. Awarded in the US and internationally, TheAnswerPage is now a recognized leader for providing comprehensive education on the endocannabinoid system and medical cannabis, pain medicine, and opioid prescribing practices. Content provides Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME – AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™), Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), American Psychological Association (APA), and American General Dentistry (AGD) credits.
To listen to the season in its entirety and learn how to include cannabis as part of the Functional Medicine toolbox, visit Karawarecoaching.com
45 episodes