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Review
. 2020 Jul 6;33(3):376-379.
doi: 10.1080/08998280.2020.1775437. eCollection 2020 Jul.

Cannabidiol primer for healthcare professionals

Jennifer Clay Cather  1   2 , J Christian Cather  2   3
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Review

Cannabidiol primer for healthcare professionals

Jennifer Clay Cather et al. Proc (Bayl Univ Med Cent). .

Abstract

Emerging research and clinical data are demonstrating potential benefits of cannabidiol for multiple medical conditions. This article gives healthcare providers information on cannabidiol and the endocannabinoid system as a foundation on which to build their medical knowledge as the risks and benefits of CBD in various diseases are further evaluated over time.

Keywords: Cannabinoids; endocannabinoid system; hemp; marijuana; phytocannabinoids.

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