Cannabis and Covid-19 Risks Precautions Prevention and Research

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Cannabis and COVID-19

There has been an overwhelming amount of misinformation about the novel coronavirus COVID-19 and, not surprisingly, some has involved the use of medical marijuana and CBD. We have even seen efforts to exploit the crisis to promote products such as "CBD hand sanitizer". There is no evidence to suggest that CBD improves the effectiveness of hand sanitizer. It is more important now than ever to get advice about your health from medical experts. This includes advice about the use of medical marijuana and CBD. While there is no evidence to suggest cannabis or CBD can prevent infection from the coronavirus, there is evidence indicating that marijuana and CBD can impact the way our bodies react to infection, and the severity of the resulting illness. We frequently talk about the role of the endocannabinoid system in regulating "homeostasis". This includes regulation of our immune system and the way our bodies respond to infection. Listed at the end of this email, you will find two links to articles that describe the current research (or lack of research) regarding cannabinoids and respiratory infections. There is some evidence that CBD and THC may reduce the "cytokine storm" that causes respiratory distress and death in many COVID-19 patients. This is consistent with what we know about cannabinoids and why they work in inflammatory conditions such as Rheumatoid arthritis. We believe that the Endocannabinoid system is crucial in the regulation of our bodies‘ immune system. We do not recommend taking medical marijuana or CBD to prevent COVID-19 infection. We do believe in the evidence that full spectrum CBD products can provide significant health benefits, including a healthy immune system. We agree with the current FDA recommendations that CBD products should be recommended by a medical professional and used under medical supervision. Route of administration is a patient’s choice. Please be aware there have been public agencies promoting stopping smoking and vaping of nicotine as well as THC. These statements have been made as generalized recommendations, and cannot specifically address the possible role of THC and other cannabinoids as potentially helpful due to their proven anti-oxidant properties. As always, if you have any questions about your recommended products we are here to help you. We are available during normal business hours throughout the emergency at (561) 270-4040. Please continue to listen to the medical experts and keep your families safe. We sincerely hope we will be able to see you in person soon.   Dr. Mitchell Davis and the ComCan HealthCare Staff 5341 W. Atlantic Ave. Suite 306 Delray Beach, FL 33484 561-270-4040 comcanhealthcare@gmail.com Click the links below:  https://www.projectcbd.org/medicine/cannabis-cbd-covid-19 https://www.projectcbd.org/science/cannabis-and-immune-system

Vaping Related Lung Illness Update

As a Cannabis industry medical practice, we would like to update our patients on the current recommendations from the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention and the FDA regarding the issue of severe lung illness related to vaping. As of this date, there have been approximately 450 cases reported in multiple states, including Florida.  There have been 5 deaths reported.  To date no definitive source of the illness has been determined.  It has occurred in people vaping e-cigarettes or other vaping devices containing nicotine, substances extracted from cannabis (THC, CBD), or both.

Although not definitive, cases related to cannabis appear to be more common in products bought from the internet black market or unlicensed distributors.  One of the most common ingredients in samples from sick patients is Vitamin E acetate, which is a non-approved substance per Florida guidelines for dispensaries. At this time, there is no recommendation to avoid vape products sold in our licensed state dispensaries. 

Warning signs include coughing, fatigue and shortness of breath in anyone who has vaped within the last 90 days.  If you develop any of these symptoms, we urge you to report this to us, as well as your primary care doctor. 

Food and Drug Administration statement:
“Because consumers cannot be sure whether any THC vaping products may contain vitamin E acetate, consumers are urged to avoid buying vaping products on the street, and to refrain from using THC oil or modifying/adding any substances to products purchased in stores”.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention statement includes these recommendations:
While this investigation is ongoing, consider not using e-cigarette products
Youth and young adults should not use e-cigarette products.
Women who are pregnant should not use e-cigarette products.
If you do use e-cigarette products, you should not buy these products off the street (for example, e-cigarette products with THC or other cannabinoids).
You should not modify e-cigarette products or add any substances to these products that are not intended by the manufacturer.

We will continue to closely monitor and update our patients as needed.
Mitchell N Davis, DO, FACOI, FACG
Chief Medical Officer, ComCan Healthcare, LLC

DEA Reschedules CBD Medication to Schedule 5

DEA Reschedules CBD Medication to Schedule 5

The Drug Enforcement Administration announced the rescheduling today of Epidiolex, the first FDA-approved medication derived from the cannabis plant, from Schedule 1 to Schedule 5 under the Controlled Substances Act, CNBC reports.

The move paves the way for United Kingdom-based GW Pharmaceuticals, who manufactures Epixiolex, to begin distributing its new CBD epilepsy medication throughout the U.S.

“We are pleased that the DEA has placed EPIDIOLEX in the lowest restriction Schedule, because it will help ensure that patients with LGS and Dravet syndrome, two of the most debilitating forms of epilepsy, can access this important new treatment option through their physicians.” — Justin Gover, CEO of GW Pharmaceuticals, in a statement

Specifically, the rescheduling applies to CBD that exists in FDA-approved medications; it does not broadly apply to the CBD cannabinoid in all of its forms.

Shares in GW Pharmaceuticals rose 7 percent following news of Epidiolex’s rescheduling.

Epidiolex — an oral solution containing isolated, purified CBD — was approved by the FDA in June. A report in August determined that patients taking Epixiolex can expect to spend about $32,000 per year on the medication.

Early responses to Epidiolex have been positive, and research continues to point to CBD as a largely untapped medicinal resource.

In Sarasota, Panelists Insist Cannabis Can Reduce Addictive Opioid Use

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ComCan Healthcare, LLC Opens in Delray Beach

ComCan Healthcare, LLC in Delray Beach just opened. They are scheduling appointments now. Florida residents can visit their website and see if they qualify for Florida's medical marijuana program.

PRESS RELEASE  UPDATED: OCT 13, 2018

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., May 25, 2018 (Newswire.com) - ComCan Healthcare, LLC is now open in Delray Beach. The center specializes in referrals of patients with qualifying medical conditions to Florida's medical cannabis program, as well as the sale of high-quality CBD products. The staff of the center is especially excited to bring the medicinal benefits of cannabinoids to senior citizens, military veterans, those with chronic pain, as well as those who would like to reduce or stop their use of opiates.

The center was founded by company President Steve Bate and by Medical Director Dr. Mitch Davis. Mr. Bate is a cancer survivor who attributes his ability to withstand chemotherapy without many of the typical side effects to his use of medicinal cannabis. Dr. Davis is double-board-certified, was the former medical director of the Hepatitis Treatment Institute of Florida and has been named one of Florida's Top Doctors.

"My commitment to starting the center came from my personal experience," said Mr. Bate. "I saw the loss of appetite, nausea, depression and other side effects suffered by other patients and I didn't experience that. I can never prove that the use of cannabis saved my life, but I know what I believe."

"We want to do much more than giving patients a referral for a medical cannabis card and leave them on their own," added Dr. Davis. "We want to educate people on the medicinal benefits of CBD products that are available to everyone without a referral, as well as work with patients to find the proper medical cannabis products to achieve the best health outcomes."

Look at the programs for veterans and seniors, as well as learn about CBD products.

Florida residents can find out if they qualify for treatment, and then if they do, they can schedule an appointment here: www.comcanhealthcare.com/.

The Community Cannabis Center is located at 5341 W. Atlantic Ave., Ste. 306, in Delray Beach. They can be reached by calling (561) 270-4040 or by visiting their website at www.comcanhealthcare.com/

Medical Marijuana, Cannabis for Veterans is a Focus of ComCan Healthcare, LLC in Delray Beach

Medicinal cannabis for veterans is part of a complete treatment and support program offered by ComCan Healthcare, LLC.
ComCan Healthcare, LLC will work closely with its partners to develop programs to help veterans suffering from chronic pain, post-traumatic stress, and opiate addiction.

PRESS RELEASE  UPDATED: OCT 13, 2018

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., June 5, 2018 (Newswire.com) -​ComCan Healthcare, LLC in Delray Beach today announced partnerships with Vet Power Industries, ABC Biz Supply, and Operation120 to bring the benefits of medicinal cannabis to veterans as part of a complete treatment and support program. The center will work closely with its partners to develop programs to help veterans suffering from chronic pain, post-traumatic stress, and opiate addiction.

Vet Power Industries works with ABC Biz Supply to create education, employment, and entrepreneurial opportunities to support veteran and veteran-owned businesses. Operation120 is a non-profit organization with the driven purpose of serving active military, veterans, and their families. ComCan Healthcare, LLC will work with Operation120 to provide "pets for vets", a companion pet program for eligible veterans, as well as other services.

Rick Nash, Director of Operations for Vet Power Industries, expressed his enthusiasm for the new partnership. "This is a great opportunity to support veterans who need our help. The research shows that cannabis therapy can help people with post-traumatic stress and chronic pain.  We hope this will be an important tool in reducing opiate addiction among returning veterans. This is one spoke in a very large wheel of support services we want to bring to our veterans."

To learn more about medical marijuana for veterans or visit the medical cannabis clinic go to www.comcanhealthcare.com/. 

"There is a critical need for support services for returning veterans", said Renette Verhaeghe, Founder and President of Operation120. "We are pleased to work with
ComCan Healthcare, LLC to incorporate our services which provide companion pets to our service members and families that are suffering from PTS and other disabilities. We are confident veterans will receive high-quality healthcare from a team that will serve them with the same commitment they have shown in serving our country."

ComCan Healthcare, LLC specializes in referrals of patients with qualifying medical conditions to Florida's medical cannabis program, as well as the sale of high-quality CBD products to senior citizens, military veterans, patients with chronic pain, and those who would like to reduce or stop their use of opiates. The center was founded by two children of disabled veterans. Steve Bate is a cancer survivor who attributes his ability to withstand chemotherapy without many of the typical side effects to his use of medicinal cannabis. Dr. Davis is double Board Certified, was the former Medical Director of the Hepatitis Treatment Institute of Florida and has been named one of Florida's Top Doctors. The center is committed to partnering with national and local veterans' organizations to help veterans suffering from chronic pain, stress related to a return to civilian life, or other ailments.

ComCan Healthcare, LLC is located at 5341 W. Atlantic Ave., Ste. 306, in Delray Beach. They can be reached by calling (561) 270-4040, or by visiting their website at www.comcanhealthcare.com/. More information regarding Vet Power Industries and Operation120 can be found by visiting their websites at www.vetpower.org and www.operation120.org, respectively.

Medical Marijuana Discussion on CBS News WPEC's Spotlight on Business, June 7

Community Cannabis Center Recently Opened in Delray Beach Featured On CBS' WPEC Spotlight On Business.

PRESS RELEASE  UPDATED: JUN 7, 2018

BOYNTON BEACH, Fla., June 7, 2018 (Newswire.com) - The Community Cannabis

Center in Delray Beach will be featured on WPEC's Spotlight On Business and CBS News WPEC, June 7th. Emily Pantelides interviews company President Steve Bate and Medical Director Dr. Mitch Davis. Steve describes his battle with cancer and use of medicinal cannabis to tolerate chemotherapy, as well as the center's work with veterans' groups. Dr. Davis discusses the use of CBD and cannabis therapy to address common ailments among seniors and veterans. Spotlight On Business will air between today at 12:25 and 12:30 P.M., June 7.

ComCan Healthcare, LLC is now open in Delray Beach. The center specializes in referrals of patients with qualifying medical conditions to Florida's medical cannabis program, as well as the sale of high-quality CBD products. The staff of the center is especially excited to bring the medicinal benefits of cannabinoids to senior citizens, military veterans, those with chronic pain, as well as those who would like to reduce or stop their use of opiates.

The center was founded by company President Steve Bate and by Medical Director Dr. Mitch Davis. Mr. Bate is a cancer survivor who attributes his ability to withstand chemotherapy without many of the typical side effects to his use of medicinal cannabis. Dr. Davis is double-board-certified, was the former medical director of the Hepatitis Treatment Institute of Florida and has been named one of Florida's Top Doctors.

"My commitment to starting the center came from my personal experience," said Mr. Bate. "I saw the loss of appetite, nausea, depression and other side effects suffered by other patients and I didn't experience that. I can never prove that the use of cannabis saved my life, but I know what I believe."

"We want to do much more than giving patients a referral for a medical cannabis card and leave them on their own," added Dr. Davis. "We want to educate people on the medicinal benefits of CBD products that are available to everyone without a referral, as well as work with patients to find the proper medical cannabis products to achieve the best health outcomes."

Watch CBS Spotlight on Business today between 12:25 P.M. and 12:30 P.M. for the latest in CBD and Cannabis news and industry as guests Steve Bates and Dr. Mitch Davis talk about the healing properties of cannabinoids. http://cbs12.com/watch 

Look at the programs for veterans and seniors, as well as learn about CBD products. 

Florida residents can find out if they qualify for treatment, and then if they do, they can schedule an appointment here: www.comcanhealthcare.com

The Community Cannabis Center is located at 5341 W. Atlantic Ave., Ste. 306, in Delray Beach and serves the greater Palm Beach area including Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, and Boca Raton. They can be reached by calling (561) 270-4040 or by visiting their website at www.comcanhealthcare.com