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      Cannabis and Health Equity: Navigating Mental Health Disparities in Black Healthcare in the United States

      Cannabis and Health Equity: Navigating Mental Health Disparities in Black Healthcare in the United States

      By addressing the complex issues surrounding cannabis, mental health, and health equity within the Black healthcare community, this presentation aims to foster a deeper understanding of the challenges at hand and inspire action toward positive change.The healthcare landscape in the United States stands on the cusp of a significant change with cannabis potentially entering the realm of prescription drugs as it undergoes rescheduling.

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      Paloma Lehfeldt

      Cannabis and Health Equity: Navigating Mental Health Disparities in Black Healthcare in the United States
      Dr. Paloma Lehfeldt, MD, MA, is a lifelong cannabis advocate who serves as the Senior Director of Clinical Science and Partnerships for Vireo Health. At Vireo, she is responsible for overseeing and managing all Social Equity and Educational Development initiatives across Vireo’s network. From collaborating with universities and medical and science associations to develop cannabis-focused curriculum and workforce pipelines to working with local agencies and community organizations.