Medical Cannabis Helps Older People with Parkinson’s, Other Diseases, Study Finds
By Iqra Mumal
Medical cannabis is a safe and effective way for older people to alleviate symptoms of Parkinson’s, cancer and other diseases, particularly pain, a study shows.
The study in the European Journal of Internal Medicine also reported that after six months more than 18 percent of patients surveyed had either reduced or discontinued their use of opioid pain medications.
The use of medical cannabis has grown significantly in recent years. Because of an aging population, the use has increased in older people in particular.
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"I am curious about this because of my early-stage Parkinson's condition that I was diagnosed with. I think this could help me. I definitely want more information from my doctor and hospital facility when they have time and resources."
Margaret from New Orleans, LA
