DATE: February 27, 2020 TO:  420 Clinic Clients As of today, 420 Clinic will be ceasing regular patient operations. We would like to thank all of our patients and partners and encourage our clients to continue their process with the following trusted medical partners Dr. Wong Varsity Medical Clinic 2nd Floor, 8 Varsity Estates Cir. NW Calgary, AB, T3A 2Z3 Phone: 587.329.8279 Dr. Gupta Castleridge Medical Centre 5 – 12 Castleridge Dr. NE Calgary, AB T3J 1V4 Phone: 403.262.4472 Dr. Ogo Cedarbrae Medical Clinic 11211 30 St. SW Calgary AB, T2W 4N5 ..read more

The month of November has become synonymous with men’s health. The Movember campaign has brought awareness of prostate cancer to the forefront, with participants starting crucial conversations and collecting donations over a statement moustache. Movember has since expanded to address the disproportionate amount of male suicides and the mental health issues that are rarely heard or discussed. The range of issues Movember tackles may find benefit in some way with cannabis treatment, so we want to explore the linkage between the two admirable men’s health champions. Sadly, males commit suicid ..read more

How can medical cannabis help? On World Mental Health Day, many things come to mind – How stigmatized mental health issues still are, and how we can adapt in a changing world to overcome mental health conditions and associated challenges. Cannabis has been legalized in Canada for almost one year. This landmark allowed for cannabis and mental health to be discussed further… How can cannabis be used to reduce mental health issues? What mental health issues is cannabis not appropriate for? And many more questions. Mental health encompasses many different conditions but two of the most prev ..read more

Joints and joints: Arthritis and cannabis When the human body is working as expected it’s easy to take for granted how complex it is. Simple movements are not-so-simple when we understand all that goes into the process. Nerves fire, muscles pull and cartilage keeps things smooth – unless you have arthritis. Arthritis is the inflammation of a joint that leads a host of negative things. The cause of arthritis may vary from auto-immune to injury or infection, but the symptoms are well-known. Joint pain is frequently seen with arthritis, but other classes of pain can occur. The place where o ..read more

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is becoming a common condition in the western world. According to the Canadian Digestive Health Foundation, Canada has one of the highest rates of IBS in the world. It is estimated that at least 5 million Canadians suffer from IBS, with an additional 120,000 people developing the condition every year. While it can affect anyone, females between 20 and 39 are the most likely demographic to be diagnosed. In Canada, the economic and health-care related costs of IBS exceed $6.5 billion annually. Causing frequent work and school absenteeism, IBS can significantl ..read more

When it comes to chronic disease, arthritis isn’t so much a novelty as it is an inevitability. Aging, injuries and a host of other lifestyle factors add to the risk of osteoarthritis. The wear-and-tear on the joint leads to the eventual degradation of cartilage, the shock absorbing tissue that allows for friction-free movement in the joint space. The inflammation leads to early morning stiffness in the area accompanied by muscle spasm and decreased range of motion. As the cartilage declines, symptoms such as restricted movement, deformity of the joint, instability, weakness and pain increase ..read more

Do you find yourself yawning constantly during the day? Do you have trouble staying asleep? Suffering from insomnia? In Canada, insomnia and sleep issues are reportedly common among adults. “Short sleep duration and poor sleep quality are prevalent among Canadian adults. About one-third sleep fewer hours per night than recommended for optimal physical and mental health.” [CBC] According to Statistics Canada, the recommended amount of sleep for those 18 to 64-years-old is seven to nine hours, and seven to eight hours for those 65 or older. Based on those recommendations, how does your sleep sch ..read more

At 420 Clinic, we put a strong emphasis on supporting our community and at this time of year, that is even more important. This holiday season, the Clinic is proud to be supporting the Calgary Food Bank. After a successful food bank drive last year, we are looking forward to continuing that impact. Our clinic (1336 – 9 Avenue SE) will be accepting non-perishable food items until December 19th. We will ensure all the items are delivered safely to the Calgary Food Bank at that time. If you are wondering what to bring by, the Food Bank has a wish list for this season: CANNED FOOD Vegetables ..read more

Legalization means access to cannabis has greatly increased, for both medical and recreational users alike. This has brought about some debate as to what will happen to medical users and the medical cannabis market.  What role do medical cannabis resource centres play now and what rules do medical patients need to be aware of? The need for medical support: With the prevalence of cannabis-related information online, an issue arises with those who self-diagnose. This is highly advised against, as using cannabis to treat these conditions can result in a worsening of symptoms if used incorrectly ..read more

Olds College is excited to launch a new Introduction to Cannabis Retail course. Offered through Continuing Education, the new online course was developed in partnership with 420 Clinic and prepares students for employment in the cannabis retail industry. Students will be introduced to a scientific and biological framework for understanding cannabis, a variety of product knowledge and the regulations required to operate successfully within a Canadian retail cannabis outlet. “We are pleased to be working with our new Cannabis Education and Research Industry Advisory Committee, made up of represe ..read more