Cannabis for pain relief: It’s a done deal for some older people

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Cannabis for pain relief: It’s a done deal for some older people

Barbara Docherty

Barbara Docherty

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Medicinal cannabis use has become normalised, even for the older age group, writes Barbara Docherty

A discussion at a retirement village shows Barbara Docherty that older adults are making informed decisions about cannabis use and choosing it over alcohol

“Medical cannabis, according to the few studies carried out, is typically well tolerated among older adults although known to increase heart rate and