newsletter sign up. Your doctor: The difference between an M.D. and D.O. If you see a primary care physician for your general healthcare, thereâs a chance youâre seeing a D.O., not an M.D. While both degrees mean your doctor is a licensed physician, their training differs slightly and each has a unique perspective on care.
Medical Marijuana and Parkinson's Disease. Medical Marijuana and Parkinsonâs Disease. Marijuana may be an excellent alternative to, or addition to, the medication regime of someone suffering from Parkinsonâs Disease. Unfortunately, many of the conventional medications prescribed for a Parkinsonâs patient also come with significant, negative side effects that are not present in medical marijuana.
Can Cannabis Help Reverse Alzheimerâs? Alzheimerâs Disease and other forms of dementia have become increasingly epidemic among our expanding age 65 and over population. As of 2015, there are 5.3 million Americans diagnosed with Alzheimerâs. At least a third of them donât know they are afflicted. Earlier onset Alzheimerâs has also been on the rise.