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Agitation in Dementia Can Be Helped by Medical Cannabis, Study Suggests

Agitation in Dementia Can Be Helped by Medical Cannabis, Study Suggests
New York Times Tuesday 14 July 2026, 04:01 UTC By Pam Belluck 1 min read
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Emilio Gonzalez, left, participated in a clinical trial of a cannabinoid treatment for agitation in people with advanced dementia. His son, Dennys Gonzalez, right, said it eased his father’s distress and frustration.

Emilio Gonzalez, left, participated in a clinical trial of a cannabinoid treatment for agitation in people with advanced dementia. His son, Dennys Gonzalez, right, said it eased his father’s distress and frustration.
Medical Cannabis, Study (ORG) Emilio Gonzalez (PERSON) Dennys Gonzalez (PERSON)
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