Cannabis as an Exit Drug for the Opioid Epidemic

CBS News recently reported that "The latest numbers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that 64,070 people died from drug overdoses in 2016. That's a 21 percent increase over the year before. Approximately three-fourths of all drug overdose deaths are now caused by opioids — a class of drugs that includes prescription painkillers as well as heroin and potent synthetic versions like fentanyl." "According to the report, more Americans died from drug overdoses in 2016 than the number of American lives lost in the entirety of the Vietnam War, which totaled 58,200." But what if there was an alternative for treating chronic pain? An increasing number of studies provide evidence that many patients can use cannabis instead of opioids to treat their pain, or they can significantly reduce their reliance on opioids. A University of Michigan March 2016 study published in the Journal of Pain provides some compelling data. They found that cannabis: Decreased side effects from other medications Improved quality of life Reduced use of opioids (on average) by 64% __________________________ At this event IMPACT Network Executive Director Dr. Michele Ross will provide an overview of how cannabis and CBD can help you live a healthier and happier live with chronic pain or in recovery from opioids. This talk will cover: -Overview of chronic pain & opioid addiction and how traditional treatments have failed -Overview of how cannabis can treat pain and addiction on the receptor level -Published and unpublished clinical research on cannabis to treat opioid addiction -Cannabis treatment guidelines for chronic pain and recovery from opioids -Where you can go for help for you or a loved one Not only is Dr. Michele Ross an addiction neuroscientist who studies cannabis, she's also a patient who uses cannabis to manage severe chronic pain from fibromyalgia, neuropathy, and endometriosis. She's dedicated her career to helping women get off of opiates, off of disability, and back to the life they deserve to be living. She is founder and Executive Director of the 501c3 nonprofit IMPACT Network, dedicated to clinical research and education on cannabis for women. She's also the author of Vitamin Weed: A 4-Step Plan to Prevent and Reverse Endocannabinoid Deficiency, and has lectured on medical benefits of cannabis worldwide. Links: website: https://www.drmicheleross.com IMPACT Network peer-mentoring app for women: https://community.impactcannabis.org Infused Health Coaching: https://www.infused.health EVENT AGENDA 6:00PM Check-in and Open Networking 6:30PM Sponsor Presentation 6:45PM Featured Speaker 8:30PM Open Networking 9:00PM Meeting Concludes TICKETS $20 CASH at the door Reserve Here: https://impactflow.com/event/cannabis-as-a-exit-drug-6937 F.A.Q. Who attends? You'll meet women (and men) at all different stages of their career in the cannabis industry. Many will be in the research phase, just learning more about opportunities, while still working day jobs. Some are looking for jobs with existing organizations. Others are starting up their own cannabis venture or ancillary business. Depending on the status of legalization in your state, you'll also meet cannabis business owners & investors who are well on their way. Why should I attend? Personal connections are the key to professional success. Through the wide variety of events offered to members of Women Grow, trustworthy business relationships sprout from the face-to-face interactions of our members. Together we have more power. As the cannabis industry grows on a national and global scale, women have the opportunity to build a new American industry from inception and redefine the workplace to create environments in which we can flourish and define our own destiny, and cultivate the next generation of industry leaders. How can I get the most out of networking events? 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If you are unable to afford an event, please contact the organizer to ask about volunteer opportunities. Why should I consider a career in the cannabis industry? Watch our videos on getting started in the cannabis industry and why women should get involved. TWITTER TIPS A great way to connect with fellow participants is to use common hashtags when tweeting about the event. You can use the same hashtags on Facebook. Photos rock. Please share them if you take any! #WomenGrow #cannabis #womenincannabis #mmj #medicalmarijuana #medicalcannabis