Is it safe? Is it effective? Is it legal? What can it be used for? Where do I get it? Cannabidiol (CBD) oil has become the hot new product in states, like Connecticut, that have legalized medical marijuana. The non-intoxicating marijuana extract is being credited with helping treat a host of medical problems — everything from epileptic seizures to anxiety to inflammation to sleeplessness. But does the research back up the claims?

Katherine Lasberg, who is an attorney, R.N. and Community Health Coordinator for VN&H, will discuss CBD products which are showing up in drugstores, health food stores and  special CBD shops.