Healthcare

The majority of people with PD experience nonmotor symptoms, such as insomnia, which are often under-recognized and poorly managed.

Dakota Medical Centre in Winnipeg is set to be the first community clinic to offer the tests in the coming days.

The survey of 1,000 Canadians found they most commonly use medical cannabis for anxiety disorder, depression, and insomnia.

The study authors say more research is needed to better understand the efficacy and safety of different formulations of cannabis in treating common conditions in older adults, both to maximize benefit and minimize harm.