Cannabis Science: How Marijuana Affects Health

Editor's Take
Drawing on physicians and researchers, the film examines what is actually known about how cannabis affects the body and where its therapeutic potential may lie. It reviews the evidence alongside the long history of claims and myths that have surrounded the plant. The stated aim is to replace stigma with a fuller picture, and the emphasis falls on cutting through received opinion. As an overview it is measured, though viewers should note the science has continued to develop since its making.
This documentary examines the science of medical cannabis, drawing on physicians and researchers to explore how marijuana affects the human body. It reviews the evidence on its effects, its potential therapeutic uses, and the long history of claims and myths surrounding the plant. The film aims to cut through stigma with a fuller picture of what the research actually shows. It is an informative overview for anyone curious about the health debate around cannabis. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.
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