DAILY TIMES | BY ERIC DEVLIN | 5.8.17
PITTSBURGH >> As the opioid epidemic continues to decimate communities here at home and across the country, experts at the first-ever World Medical Cannabis Conference and Expo in Pittsburgh recently looked at what role medical marijuana can play in helping to bring it to an end.
The hour-long Opioids to Cannabis panel looked at recent statistics showing states that have regulated medical cannabis markets see a decrease not only in opioid related overdoses, but the total number sold as well. The panel discussed the relevant research available and future treatment opportunities.