Webinar: The Effects of Cannabis during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Event date: -
Event type: Single day (a day or less)
Part One of a Four-Part Series: Cannabis Use Across the Lifespan
The Effects of Cannabis during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Co-hosted by the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario, Evidence Exchange Network at Provincial System Support Program, CAMH and Best Start Resource Centre
Cannabis is one of the most commonly used psychoactive substances in Ontario, along with alcohol and tobacco. In 2017, 14.5% of adults reported trying cannabis in the past year. Cannabis was legalized for non-medical use on Oct 17th, when it became legal for adults over 19 to use cannabis without a prescription.
This webinar series will provide an overview of cannabis use patterns across the lifespan and will address concerns specific to each age group. This first webinar in this series will provide information on the effects of cannabis during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Date/Time: March 21, 2019 - 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm EST
Learning objectives:
- Understand the prevalence of cannabis use in Ontario for specific populations.
- Understand the risks and harms of cannabis during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Understand how best to work with and support people who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Explore resources available for health care providers and/or persons who use cannabis.
Presenters
- Sarah Konefal, PhD, Research and Policy Analyst, CCSA
- Elena Hasheminejad, RN, BScN, Public Health Nurse, York Public Health
- Ann Ciniglio, RN, BScN, IBCLC, Public Health Nurse, York Public Health
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