The cannabis industry is changing rapidly in 2018. Many of the changes are also affecting the medical cannabis industry more specifically. Keep an eye on these five medical cannabis industry trends now and in the future.
1. Cannabinoids Come to Healthcare
There are over 100 different known cannabinoids right now. THC and CBD are two of the best known, and currently, most research is focused on them. The results thus far are promising, but more research is needed to truly confirm medical cannabis’s effectiveness in the treatment and management of almost any health condition.
That said, medical cannabis is experiencing a new level of acceptance in the healthcare industry. More medical practitioners are taking notice of recent research, and more are willing to
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Efforts to educate patients are also gaining steam, especially as more people turn to medical marijuana for assistance with managing the symptoms of many different conditions.
Currently, California is leading the way with formalized education programs at the university level. More universities are likely to follow suit, and more consumer education programs are likely to become available in the new future. This will be especially important when recreational cannabis becomes legal in Canada.
3. CBD Takes Off
Cannabidiol, or CBD, is just one of the many cannabinoids. As mentioned, it’s one of the best-known and best-studied cannabinoids right now. CBD is only just now coming to the attention of medical researchers who are exploring the compound’s potential.
CBD has really started to come into its own in 2018, as more medical research demonstrates its potential. So far, CBD has been shown to reduce inflammation. Most users report it helps them achieve a state of wakefulness and mindfulness, allowing them to focus on the task at hand. The market for CBD is growing, and this trend is expected to