The Health and Sport Show Tom Butterfield

In this insightful episode, we sit down with Pierre Van Weperen, CEO of Grow Pharma, to discuss the recent rescheduling of marijuana in the United States and its potential effects on the medical cannabis market. Join us as Pierre unpacks the regulatory changes, market dynamics, and future opportunities in the evolving landscape of medical cannabis.
Show Highlights:
1 . Introduction to Rescheduling
Overview of the recent changes in marijuana scheduling in the US.Explanation of the difference between Schedule I and Schedule III substances.
2 . Regulatory Implications
How the rescheduling of marijuana impacts federal and state regulations.Changes in research restrictions and what this means for scientific studies.
3 . Market Dynamics
Potential shifts in the medical cannabis market due to rescheduling.Impact on pharmaceutical companies and cannabis producers.Changes in consumer access and insurance coverage for medical cannabis.
4 . Future Opportunities
Emerging trends in the medical cannabis industry.Opportunities for new product development and market expansion.The potential for international collaborations and market entry.
5 . Challenges and Considerations
Legal and logistical challenges in implementing the rescheduling changes.Ethical considerations and the importance of patient safety.Addressing public and medical community perceptions about medical cannabis.
6 . Q&A with Pierre Van Weperen
Tackling comments from the rescheduling document about the rescheduling and its potential impacts.
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In this episode, we dive into the transformative world of healthcare technology, focusing on the innovative Flok Health App. Recently adopted by the NHS, this AI-driven app is set to 'revolutionize' the way physiotherapy appointments are managed, specifically for patients suffering from low back pain. Join us as we explore how this cutting-edge tool works, its potential impact on the healthcare system, and what it means for patients and practitioners alike....... and will it be a positive? Or just another way of cutting costs and putting waiting time targets above patient outcomes?
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
Flok Health Official WebsiteNHS Press Release on Flok Health App IntegrationStudies on AI in Physiotherapy
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In todays episode we talk about what could make all the difference coming into the final weekend of matches in the EFL Championship....... who will prepare their players to handle the pressure and stress the best?
We tend to think of stress and pressure as a bad thing, however, research shows that without stress we're unlikely to ever reach our best performance.
So if we ned stress, it comes down to who can prepare the players the best to handle the upcoming pressure and stress. Can they help the players perception be one of excitement and optimism, rather than focusing on the potentially serious consequences of a poor outcome.
How To Make Stress Your Friend - Kelly McGonigal
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Welcome back to [Your Podcast Name], where we explore the latest trends and innovations in health and wellness. Today, we're diving into a topic that's been on the radar of many in the healthcare industry: medical grade cannabis versus CBD products. We're joined by Pierre Van Weperen from Grow Pharma, a leader in the field, to help us navigate this complex landscape.
Segment 1: Understanding Cannabis
Host: We kick things off with Pierre explaining the fundamental differences between medical grade cannabis and over-the-counter CBD products. What makes them distinct, and why does it matter?
Segment 2: Accessing Prescription Cannabis
Pierre outlines the current pathways for clients to obtain prescription cannabis. Who's eligible, what conditions does it best serve, and what are the steps involved in getting a prescription?
Segment 3: Delivery Methods
Pierre Van Weperen: From oils to inhalers, Pierre discusses the various ways prescribed cannabis can be administered. How do these methods affect efficacy and patient experience?
Segment 4: Barriers to Access
Host: Despite legalization in 2018, getting a prescription for cannabis is still a hurdle for many. Pierre sheds light on the challenges within the healthcare system and regulatory environment that keep cannabis from being more widely accessible.
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Hello Everyone!
I'm off on holiday, therefore, I took my own advice (via my wonderful clients) and decided to reduce my workload so I'm not totally stressed out before I go on holiday with my wonderful family.
I'm sure i'll get a chance to upload an episode next week...... mainly because i've already recorded it. A very interesting conversation with the CEO - Pierre Van Weperen of Grow Pharma.
See you in the next episode.
Tom
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This episode was inspired by the recent interview with Raphael Varane opening up about playing with a concussion twice in his professional career and his concern that he has damaged his body by heading a football which can potentially cause repetitive low grade head traumas.
He spoke of his concern that even though he played well against Germany in the 2014 World Cup, what would have happened if he'd received another head trauma and developed 'Second Impact Syndrome'?
I still feel head injuries are not taken seriously enough certainly in amateur sport where head injury checks appear to be non-existent..... but are we even doing them well enough at the sharp end of the game?
Compared to rugby and the NFL, in my opinion, football still has improvements to make. Assessing a player on pitch side with the noise of the crowd and the distraction of the ongoing match is not the ideal environment for a clinical assessment to rule out concussion.
The player is desperate to get back on the pitch to help his team mates, and the manager or head coach doesn't want to lose the game, and potentially his job!
It's time to introduce temporary concussion substitutes into football just like in rugby so that a team is not disadvantaged for taking player welfare seriously. Take the pressure off the player, put the coach at ease, take the time element out of the equation and carry out a head injury assessment in a calm and quiet clinical setting.
We must minimise the risk of these head injuries going undetected and accumulating through a persons life and career. Steve Thompson, who played Hooker for England's World Cup winning team in 2003 can't even remember taking part in that tournament due to early onset dementia. He's only 45 years old, and now wishes that he'd never played rugby.
It's a sad story and one that we all need to take very seriously at all levels of sport.
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