WJBF-TV: Cannabis oil trial showing positive results for childhood epilepsy

Avatar photoDenise Parrish1 min readFebruary 17, 2017

A cannabis oil study led by Augusta University is showing promise in the fight against childhood epilepsy.

Dr. Yong Park, an epileptologist at Children’s Hospital of Georgia, is the principal investigator in the study of Epidiolex involving about 50 children with intractable seizures. Early results demonstrate a reduction in the frequency of major seizures.

WJBF followed up on patient Preston Weaver this week, about two years into a compassionate use regimen.

WJBF-TV: Cannabis oil trial showing positive results for childhood epilepsy

Feb. 17, 2017

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Denise Parrish is Director of Communications for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement at Augusta University. Contact her to schedule an interview on this topic at 706-721-9760 or mparrish@augusta.edu.

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