In our journey for healing and well-being we have often turned to the wonders of nature. Plant-based therapy is an age-old practice that has played a crucial role in supporting holistic health and vitality. In this blog we dive into the history of plant medicine, exploring its roots, cultural significance, and long-lasting legacy. Join us on this enlightening journey as we unravel the significant impact plant medicine has had on human health and the fascinating stories behind its use over the ages. Cultural Traditions and Ancient Roots For thousands of years, civilisations around the world hav ..read more

We often get queries about how long it takes to be contacted by your pharmacy after we’ve written your script. Let us walk you through it. After your consultation, we endeavour to have your e-script sent to our pharmacy (or a nominated one of your choice), that day, but please allow up to five business days to accommodate for busy periods. You’ll be included in the email sent to the pharmacy, so please look out for it. After this, a representative from the pharmacy will be in contact with you. If more than five business days have passed and you still haven’t heard from your pharmacy, please co ..read more

Outside of the plant-based medical field, when thinking about plant-based medicines, most people will get an image inspired by television or movies of a person smoking the plant to get “high”. Naturally, this is a turn-off for many patients because, firstly, these films instil negative associations regarding how these people are seen in society and secondly, smoking is bad for you.  Thankfully, no doctor specialising in treatment using plant-based medicine will ever recommend it be smoked.  We have gathered some of the most frequently asked questions to help break some common myths a ..read more

Just as the alternative medicine industry in Australia gains momentum, the digital revolution within the medical industry has also begun. These two developments have benefitted both patients and doctors alike, and as more and more patients seek information on integrated health solutions, these innovative digital technologies are facilitating this process in so many ways. If you are a first-time patient, or a patient already receiving a plant-based treatment and want to discover more about the benefits and advantages of a Telehealth consultation, read on to find out more. What are Teleheal ..read more

If you have carried out in-depth research into plant-based therapies you might have noticed that the internet is filled with information. You might have even made the decision that this course of treatment is worth exploring. But one of the most frequent questions asked by patients before they begin plant-based medical treatments in Australia is what they can expect during the consultation process. There are many things to anticipate before a consultation with a holistic health consultant, and it is important to be prepared, but the most reputable, fully qualified doctors will make the process ..read more

Opening up to your doctor about alternative treatments such as plant-based therapies might be daunting for a number of reasons. You might be anxious about the fact that plant-based medication is a very new type of treatment in Australia, and both you and your GP might not have much experience in this area. What this means for you as a patient is that you should undertake a bit of preparation before approaching your GP about alternative medicines and asking for a referral to our clinic. Because, as there are a few hurdles to clear when applying for plant-based therapies, being prepared in ..read more

As seen on the Victorian Department of Jobs, Precincts and Resources website (https://djpr.vic.gov.au/medicinal-cannabis-in-victoria) the government recently released it four year medicinal cannabis industry plan.  The plan outlines eight key actions for government to facilitate the development of the new medicinal cannabis industry. A noted benefit of the plan includes increasing clinicians’ confidence to prescribe medicinal cannabis (where they assess this it be clinically appropriate) by developing guidance and education materials for practitioners. Very exciting and well done Vic Gov ..read more

Wednesday the 27th of May 2020 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM (AEST) Register Here You do not want to miss this one! Up next in Cannadoc’s webinar series we have a very special industry guest, Adam Miller. Adam is an industry star and one of Australia’s leading medicinal cannabis business consultants. He is the Head of Strategic Accounts for MediPharm Labs Australia, a cannabis extraction powerhouse based in Victoria. He is also the founder of The Medical Cannabis Council, Australia’s largest not-for-profit industry body. He is a frequent public speaker, often featured in major publ ..read more

Anxiety can be a one-off episode or can reoccur over many years in various ways, shapes or forms.  The causes of anxiety vary from individual to individual but often triggers can be shared by many members of our society. One such trigger is traumatic community events. Recent events including the Coronavirus pandemic, the droughts in much of Australia, and the bush fires in New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia, have taken a huge psychological toll on many people. The timing of the COVID-19 crisis found people alone and not able to spend time with their families over the Easter ..read more

We at Cannadoc are passionate in providing quality education surrounding the medicinal cannabis space. Therefore, we are hosting a Q&A style webinar to help educate patients and health professionals around this new and rapidly changing area of medicine. Please join us for a lively discussion around the basics of cannabinoid therapy, and we will try to answer any questions you may have. Please feel free to submit questions prior to the commencement during registration. Medicinal Cannabis 101: Q&A Webinar | Cannadoc Wednesday, 29 April 2020 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (AEDT) Register here: http ..read more