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Jack Connors, Boston power broker and philanthropist, and my friend, dies at 82
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How CBD may protect against sun damage and skin cancer,
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Same material, different news coverage here
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Rescheduling: My Thoughts on This Tragic Comedy of Errors:
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Free List of SunScreen Tips, simple explanations
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How Cannabis Can Help Prevent Cancer: A Simplified Explanation
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New Study from Iran about the testosterone + antioxidant benefits of HIIT exercise!
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🎙️ Check out my latest podcast episode with Dr. Dimitre on the “Primary Medicine Podcast: Canadian Medical Educators” – now available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! 🎧🔗 Spotify
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All about Cannabis Tolerance, a series
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A New Gold-Standard science paper looks at the impact of CBD on anxiety and I translate what it all meansI
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Teen use of cannabis tied to psychosis. Or is it, really.
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All About Cannabis Vaporization! The ins/outs, the science, the amazing reality – The precise boiling points, and guides to take home!
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Cannabis Knowledge and Questions
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Exploring Cannabis Oil’s Role in Chronic Pain Management Solutions
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Here’s the new study
And separately here are MY thoughts all about Cannabis Use Disorder
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Xylazine now being found in THC vapes – read more here
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Unveiling the Complexities of Cannabis Use in Breastfeeding: A Sober Dive into Science and Stigma: Cannabis and breastfeeding
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My blog response to the recent JAMA article about the cardiovascular risks of cannabis smoking
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Blazing Trails in Cannabis Knowledge: A Light-hearted Take on Serious Science about Combustion of Cannabis
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Exploring the intricate dance between medical and recreational cannabis amidst the rescheduling debate—join the conversation on the crossroads of culture, health, and law
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Can THCV replace a diabetic’s insulin? In a double-blind, randomized controlled trial, THCV significantly decreased fasting plasma glucose and improved pancreatic β-cell function (increased insulin output) compared to placebo. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27573936/
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…and here is a video interview of Dr Caplan speaking with Dr Mike Hart on the topic
Purchase a personalized copy of The Doctor-Approved Cannabis Handbook (inscribed by Dr Caplan) here
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Weed and Politics: An Unlikely Pair: Will Cannabis Swing the Election in 2024?!
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Dr Caplan comments on opioids and cannabis in this article on Medical News Today
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Ask questions of The Doctor-Approved Cannabis Handbook here, with the book’s Chat-GPT BOT!
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The Science of Cannabis in Fitness: Medical Insight on THC and CBD in Exercise
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Hemp as a new type of pesticide?
Another article on this topic here
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Dr Caplan’s “Cannabis GPT” bot that answers questions about The Doctor-Approved Cannabis Handbook
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Tune in here to listen to Dr Caplan’s YouTube podcast on cannabis and heart health
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An assortment of papers about overlap of cannabis and Nitric Oxide (canabis & cardiovascular risk)
2 papers that describe cannabinoid-based Nitric Oxide support:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nHxR5xv2bNbt0NNmEh1YsTqpFaRlMyFf
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MihQGU1I3yzDQNb1RgsZH37NtFhegM5l/
1 paper showing THC inhibiting NO:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nm_TKPyGIC3MSHuQ55EJo3-nZo0_Tfbu
2 papers showing that NO is coupled intimately to cardiovascular concerns:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Q3aWLbAvZVasZToTdArw7L9D7ugEa6tl/
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W9HTapsWBr232fRhGDYNOm-ZRG3kRWOH/
2 papers showing the protective effects of NO:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ERPC2n7U5taHYrJhhmbnlO6RlsfAutpR/
2 papers showing that tobacco/vape flavorings and terpenes also impact NO:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Nd44QufxCiN_EriqVgFcGFLY0k66NaKK/
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tyXdXgeM-aJgXe4oaR3aT9z46r5dJT6d/
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News of cannabis-infused candy being mixed with Halloween candy
Dr Caplan will be signing books at the Ayr Dispensary in Watertown, MA October 26, at 5-8pm EST
Struggling to Find Healthcare Solutions for Your Child with Special Medical Needs? We Can Help.
The Mysteries and Exciting Possibilities of THCV, and what it all means
The Doctor-Approved Cannabis Handbook… on audiobook: linked here!
Dr Caplan’s educational review of Gut MicroBiome, prebiotics, post-biotics, and cannabis!
Dr Caplan’s webinar on the pain chapter of The Doctor-Approved Cannabis Handbook
Policy & Perception: The Evolution of Plant Medicine Recognition
New York Welcomes All to Adult-Use Marijuana Market
Dr Caplan honors Dr Raphael Mechoulam in the inaugural issue of the “Cannabis Jew magazine”
🌿 New Stats, New Perspective: Cannabis in the American Workforce
The Rise of Cannabis and Psychedelics: A Societal Shift or a Passing Trend
New Frontiers: Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorder with Medical Cannabis
For Ohio recreational marijuana: What’s the fate of medical marijuana if voters approve adult use?
Greek Study Shows Positive Impact of Medical Cannabis on Neurological Patients’ Quality of Life
Cannabis vs. Opioids: The Next Victory in Pain Management
DISPELLING MYTHS: Cannabis smoke vs. tobacco smoke 🌿🚬 – Are they the same? NO!
Nose-picking healthcare workers more likely to catch Covid, data suggests
Substance misuse, cognitive flexibility, and the impact on us
The Rise of Cannabis Use For Seniors – Old Fact? New Trend?
Surprise Exit of Shawn Collins Ignites Controversy within Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission
We are not “there” yet – Cannabis industry plummeting
Amazon link for Dr Caplan’s book, “The Doctor-Approved Cannabis Handbook”
YouTube Video: Montel Williams speaks with Dr Caplan on his show, “Let’s Be Blunt”
Understanding the Role of Cannabis in Managing Neurodivergent Symptoms
Navigating Through the Smoke: The Dilemma of Cannabis Safety Regulations