Best Postpartum Ocd Podcasts (2025)

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OCD in Pregnancy and Postpartum 39:58

8d ago39:58

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In this episode of A Mother Is Born, I sit down with Grace, a therapist who specializes in OCD and trauma, to talk about how OCD can show up during pregnancy and postpartum—and why so many parents don’t realize they’re experiencing it. We cover: What OCD actually is (and common myths) The difference between intrusive thoughts and intuition How to f…

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Why Friendships Change After Baby: Healing Postpartum Disconnection with Lindsay Carter, LifeShift Therapy 28:29

1d ago28:29

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Having a baby can shift everything, including your closest friendships. In this week’s episode of Let’s Thrive Postpartum, host Kelly Siebold sits down with licensed therapist and best friend Lindsay Carter of LifeShift Therapy to talk about what happens when friendship feels different after having a child. Together, they explore how postpartum dep…

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171. Dr. Claire Plumbly: Is your nervous system stuck in burnout? 56:54

1d ago56:54

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Today, I’m hanging out with Dr. Claire Plumbly — Clinical Psychologist, EMDR Consultant, and author of The Trauma of Burnout. She’s also the founder of Plum Psychology, a UK-based center specializing in trauma-informed care. In today's episode, we unpack... The difference between stress and burnout Why burnout isn't your fault The invisible load th…

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DIVYA KUMAR - I AM ONE Bush-Whacking Bridge-Builder to Places I've Never Been 59:50

3d ago59:50

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Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with the incomparable Divya Kumar - a Perinatal Mental Health-Certified psychotherapist, writer, speaker, co-founder of what is now The Alliance for People of Color & longtime friend of PSI! We’ll chat all about the complexities of perinatal mental health at all kinds of intersections (I’m gestu…

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Cutting edge IVF technique births eight healthy children 9:18

6d ago9:18

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Researchers in the UK have published the results of a clinical trial of an IVF technique known as mitochondrial donation. The technique has been used before, but this latest round provides further evidence of its efficacy and safety. In Australia, about 60 babies born each year will develop a serious or fatal case of mitochondrial disease. We could…

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The five things to change for a longer life 5:40

6d ago5:40

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There are five risk factors that account for about 50 per cent of the global burden of cardiovascular disease. If you've got all five, your risk is between 24 and 38 per cent, but there is hope. A new study has found quitting smoking, or addressing hypertension in midlife can reap years of benefits. Guest/s Professor Annette Dobson, Professor of Bi…

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Are we diagnosing the right people with ADHD? 12:38

6d ago12:38

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Treating attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) with medication can be life-changing. It's consistently associated with lower risks of self-harm, unintentional injury, traffic crashes and crime. However a new study has found as prescription rates increased, some of these associations weakened. Guest/s Professor David Coghill, chair of deve…

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Good news in the first months of the RSV vaccine rollout 10:02

6d ago10:02

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Since the start of February, pregnant women have been eligible to get vaccinated against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The vaccine is administered during the 28 to 36 week mark of pregnancy to protect newborns from RSV. As of June, more than 60,000 women had received the vaccine. Guest/s Professor Jim Buttery, Murdoch Children's Research Insti…

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Mailbag: Financial toxicity 5:20

6d ago5:20

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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week. You can email us at [email protected] Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Infertility and Mental Health: Coping and Healing with LunaJoy’s Sipra Laddha 25:40

9d ago25:40

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Infertility is more than a medical diagnosis—it’s grief, identity loss, and an often silent strain on maternal mental health. In this episode of Let’s Thrive Postpartum, Kelly Siebold sits down with Dr. Sipra Laddha, MD, mother of four, and co-founder of Luna Joy, a digital mental health clinic dedicated to women’s wellbeing. Together, they shed li…

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170. Dr. Jessica Zucker: Why women must ditch silence, stigma and shame—and start sharing their stories. 54:29

9d ago54:29

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Today I’m joined by Dr. Jessica Zucker — clinical psychologist, author of "Normalize It" and "I Had a Miscarriage", and a powerful voice in the movement to help women speak openly about what’s often left unsaid. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, New York Magazine, Vogue, and Harvard Business Review, among others. …

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Solosode: We're overcomplicating things (and a few other thoughts). 26:11

12d ago26:11

26:11

Hey friend. Today's chat comes straight from my heart to your ears. I'm opening up about why I think we're overcomplicating healing, the 6(ish) things I want you to focus on, why I really dislike when professionals act like they have it all together, and—yes—my strong craving for friendships too Can you do me a favor? I’d love your honest feedback.…

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Trump's threat of 200pc tariffs on pharmaceuticals 8:37

13d ago8:37

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US President Donald Trump has flagged the possibility of imposing 200 per cent tariffs on pharmaceutical products coming into America. Last year Australia exported around $2.2 billion in pharmaceutical products to the US — however we imported around $4 billion. Guest/s Elizabeth de Somer, Chief Executive Officer of Medicines Australia References Gu…

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Weight loss drugs and the risk of macular degeneration 9:34

13d ago9:34

9:34

GLP-1 agonists, like Ozempic and Wegovy, have been heralded as miracle drugs. They started out as diabetes drugs, but have shown benefits well beyond diabetes – including in weight loss and other metabolic conditions. However these are new drugs, and as more and more people take them, researchers are keeping tabs on their effects. While the risk is…

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Indigenous people less likely to be waitlisted for a kidney transplant 10:00

13d ago10:00

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There’s a gap in the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are waitlisted for a kidney transplant. A study has found while eight per cent of non-Indigenous dialysis patients were waitlisted, just two per cent of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients were. In most cases it was because of an incomplete work‐up, because t…

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What is the exposome? 6:52

13d ago6:52

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The Human Exposome Project is a global effort underway to understand how the environment influences our health. It includes exposures from our diets, our lifestyles and our behaviors. It’s hoped that, like the Human Genome Project, it will help us prevent and treat things like heart disease, diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease. Guest/s Fenna Sillé, on…

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Mailbag: Generation Cancer 4:41

13d ago4:41

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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week. You can email us at [email protected] References Generation Cancer - 4Corners Mapping the chemical complexity of plastics - NatureBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Form over Function: How the oversexualization of women's bodies affects preconception through postpartum. 1:06:58

15d ago1:06:58

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Why are breasts celebrated in beer ads but hidden when feeding a child? Why do we expect postpartum bodies to “bounce back” like birth never happened? Why do most of us have false ideas about how female sexual anatomy actually works? In this episode, I sit down with my sister Adri for a conversation about how the sexualization of women’s bodies aff…

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I AM ONE 2025 PSI Conference-goer: New Orleans Q+A with Rachell Dumas 10:53

16d ago10:53

10:53

Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re doing something … a little different! We’re sitting down with Rachell Dumas, IAO podcast guest from episode 44, who was kind enough to answer some of our burning questions about her hometown of New Orleans - where PSI’s Annual Conference is being hosted this July. For any listeners attending the PSI conferen…

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169. Dr. Margo Lowy: The loving moments and bitter truths of motherhood. 49:15

16d ago49:15

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If you ever think motherhood is hard, or maybe even hate parts of it, then this episode is a must for you. Today, Dr. Margo Lowy is hanging out with us to help me create a conversation about maternal ambivalence. Dr. Lowy is a mother to three, author of Maternal Ambivalence, and a psychotherapist who specializes in mothering. It’s safe to say that …

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I AM ONE PSI Resource: Perinatal Psychiatric Consultation Program with Dr. Nicole Taylor 16:49

17d ago16:49

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Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re spotlighting PSI’s Perinatal Psychiatric Consultation Program - an incredible & FREE resource (did I mention FREE?!?) for medical providers supporting folks in the perinatal period. To do so, we’re bringing in an expert! We’re sitting down with awe-inspiring Dr. Nicole Taylor, a psychiatrist specializing in …

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Solosode: Sometimes I get an urge to self-medicate. 12:49

19d ago12:49

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Hey friends. Today, I'm getting real about the occasional urge that creeps up to self-medicate. If you found this solosode helpful and know someone who'd benefit from hearing it, please share it with them. Want to make sure you never miss a solosode? Be sure to follow the tara bixby podcast so all solosodes (and regular episodes) automatically down…

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Game-changing cancer treatment could work in solid tumours 8:44

20d ago8:44

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CAR T-cell therapy is an immunotherapy which can cure patients with aggressive blood cancers. However, until now, it hadn't been proven effective against solid tumours. Researchers have used gene editing techniques to arm CAR T-cells with extra proteins, to target these tumours. References Rewiring endogenous genes in CAR T cells for tumour-restric…

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Is Australia lagging behind in its approach to type 2 diabetes? 11:03

20d ago11:03

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We might need an update to first-line treatment for type 2 diabetes, according to some experts. In Australia metformin is the first-line treatment, with drugs called SGLT2 inhibitors considered a second-line approach if needed. They work by increasing glucose excretion in the urine. In the United States it’s common to use them as first-line treatme…

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Promising step forward in Parkinson's research 7:02

20d ago7:02

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Years after pinpointing a faulty protein in the brains of patients diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, researchers have made another breakthrough. The team at the University of Sydney was able to target this SOD1 protein with a drug treatment in mice. They observed a “dramatic” improvement in their motor skills. Now comes the tricky task of figurin…

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How a drug shortage is changing bladder cancer treatment 9:19

20d ago9:19

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For close to 50 years, a type of immunotherapy called Bacillus Calmette–Guerin (BCG) therapy has been used to treat early-stage bladder cancer. It’s still the regimen of choice, but a new study has indicated that combining BCG with a chemotherapy drug might be better for some. It could also go some way to addressing a global shortage of BCG, becaus…

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Why Transitions Feel So Hard in Motherhood and How to Cope 26:34

23d ago26:34

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Change may be life’s only constant, but it often feels anything but simple, especially if you're a mom dealing with postpartum anxiety, depression, or the daily weight of overwhelm. In this episode, Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore explore how transitions, big or small, can stir up grief, anxiety, and a deep sense of lost control. From moving across …

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168. Dr. Julia Britz: An honest conversation about OCD, self-harming, psych meds, and more. 53:29

23d ago53:29

53:29

Dr. Julia Britz is a licensed naturopathic doctor who specializes in helping people who are struggling with mental health issues such as OCD, eating disorders, and psychiatric medication tapering. She utilizes natural and integrative modalities including targeted amino acid therapy, peptide therapy, micronutrient therapy, bioresonance, botanical me…

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Federal court case over alleged medicinal cannabis ads 7:32

27d ago7:32

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The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) is taking Atlus, Mamamia and Newscorp's News Life Media to court, accusing them of advertising medicinal cannabis. Also for the first time in a decade, guidelines for the screening and diagnosis of gestational diabetes have been updated. And more information revealed about the Monash IVF debacle. Reference…

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Are we ready for the lung cancer screening program? 9:25

27d ago9:25

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A national lung cancer screening program begins in July, targeting high-risk people without symptoms. This includes people aged between 50 and 70 years who are currently smoking or have quit in the past 10 years. But could it be expanded in future to include people without a history of smoking? Guest/s Professor Alvin Ing, Respiratory Medicine at M…

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Thanks to AI, Paul can see the culprit of his dog's cancer 10:12

27d ago10:12

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When available treatments weren't working on Paul’s dog Rosie, he decided to take matters into his own hands. As the owner of an AI company he was able to use software that enabled him to pinpoint a mutation that might be key to Rosie's cancer. He hopes it will lead to treatment that extends her life, but while experts in the field are impressed, t…

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Why syphilis testing requirements are changing 6:48

27d ago6:48

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Guidelines have recently changed to recommend more regular testing for syphilis throughout pregnancy, regardless of sexual acitivity. Cases in the community are on the rise, and the consequences of an infection during pregnancy can be life-threatening to the baby. Guest/s Professor Marcus Chen, a specialist at Melbourne Sexual Health Centre and res…

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Mailbag: Genetic carrier screening 2:01

27d ago2:01

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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week. You can email us at [email protected] Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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How to Bring Compassion to Your Postpartum Anxiety and Depression with Annalise Lind 36:18

30d ago36:18

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What if the anxiety, sadness, or overwhelm you're feeling in postpartum isn’t all of you but just a part of you? And what if that part, whether it's tied to postpartum depression or postpartum anxiety, is actually trying to help? In this episode of Let’s Thrive Postpartum, we explore how to meet postpartum mental health challenges with curiosity in…

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167. Danika Brysha: Postpartum(and beyond) is a lot—let’s talk about it. 53:29

30d ago53:29

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Hey, friends. Since having a baby, I’m all about normalizing the hard parts of motherhood, and today Danika Brysha is helping me do just that. Danika is America’s leading Self-Care Expert and founder of Self-Care Society and Model Meals. She is a 3x Wellness Entrepreneur, former Plus Size Fashion Model for brands like Bare Minerals, Old Navy, and L…

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NANCY GOH KELLY - I AM ONE Systems-Thinker and Maternal Mental Health Advocate (Anxiety) 1:08:26

1M ago1:08:26

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Send us a text On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Nancy Goh Kelly, a PSI coordinator in the state of Minnesota, a skilled healthcare strategist and operator, and (surprise, surprise!) a massive perinatal mental health advocate! We’ll chat about how parenthood can inspire career change, about the difference that specialized care can make fo…

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Delving into blood and plasma donation changes 10:56

1M ago10:56

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Gay or bisexual men and transgender women who have sex with men will be able to give blood or plasma under changes introduced by Lifeblood. Also, a report digs into the high fees and long wait times most people face when going to see a specialist doctor. References Lifeblood announces changes to sexual activity rules for blood and plasma donation S…

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Changing the brain to reduce pain and walk the Camino 11:27

1M ago11:27

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The way a doctor talks to you about your osteoarthritis can go on to impact how much pain you feel as a result. A pilot program has offered people pain education alongside exercise therapy, to address unhelpful pain beliefs. It was hoped this education would help people push through initial pain flares and achieve their exercise goals. Guest/s Pete…

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Screening for genetic mutations in couples before they conceive 10:45

1M ago10:45

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Couples can unknowingly be carriers for genetic conditions, even though there are tests available to reveal recessive traits before conceiving. Medicare covers genetic carrier screening for cystic fibrosis (CF), spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and fragile X syndrome (FXS). However advocates are calling for subsidies to cover more conditions, so paren…

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Losing scavengers like hyenas and vultures could harm human health 6:29

1M ago6:29

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Scavenger species play a role in cleaning up towns, scavenging on the animal waste that people have thrown away. New research has shown apex scavengers, large and specialised scavengers, are declining because of human behaviour. And it's putting our health at risk. One reason is that more humans and livestock become exposed to carcases. The other i…

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Mailbag: Medicinal cannabis 4:10

1M ago4:10

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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week. You can email us at [email protected] References What's gone wrong with cannabis prescribing? Should we be worried about for-profit radiology?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Breastfeeding, Mental Health, and the Power of Feeling Seen with Nest Collaborative's Judith Nowlin and Dr. Larissa Luce 30:30

1M ago30:30

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Breastfeeding is never just about feeding. It’s physical, emotional, and deeply tied to your mental health. In this episode of Let’s Thrive Postpartum, Kelly Siebold sits down with Judith Nowlin, CEO of Nest Collaborative, and Dr. Larissa Luce, Director of Clinical Services at Nest Collaborative, a Registered Dietitian, IBCLC, and certified perinat…

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166. Dr. Kim Gorgens: Is a brain injury at the root of your mental health struggles? 34:54

1M ago34:54

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I’m excited for you to hear my chat with the brilliant Dr. Kim Gorgens. Dr. Gorgens is a board-certified rehabilitation psychologist and Professor of Psychophysiology, Clinical Neuropsychology, and Psychology of Criminal Behavior at the University of Denver. She manages a large portfolio of brain injury-related research and has lectured extensively…

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Questions to ask after mix ups at Monash IVF 8:49

1M ago8:49

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For the second time, Monash IVF has transferred the wrong embryo to a patient. It has led to the resignation of its CEO and prompted calls to tighten industry regulations. It also raises questions about the priorities of for-profit IVF clinics. Also, RFK Jr in the United States has made the unprecedented decision to overhaul the nation's vaccine ad…

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What's gone wrong with cannabis prescribing? 9:44

1M ago9:44

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Health regulators are concerned it’s too easy for people to get their hands on medicinal cannabis. Regulators are concerned practitioners are putting profits over patient safety, with some writing more than 100 scripts a day. What does the evidence say about what medicinal cannabis is effective for, and some of the risks associated with using it? G…

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