Cannabis and Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s disease, likewise known as PD, is the 2nd most typical neurodegenerative disorder. In this video clip we will specify Parkinson’s illness and also cannabis, explain exactly how marijuana can assist with PD, and medical professional viewpoints on recommending cannabis.

This video was created by Demystifying Medicine trainees Simran Matharu, Mahek Minhas and also Micaela McNulty in partnership with the McMaster Demystifying Medicine Program

Copyright McMaster University 2021

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Time Stamps:

Introduction/What is Parkinson’s Disease? → 00:00 – 01:23

What is Cannabis? → 01:24 – 02:34

How Can Cannabis Help With Parkinson’s? → 02:35 – 05:09

Doctor Perspectives → 05:10 – 07:19

Final thought → 07:20 – 07:52

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