For the first time, cannabis is being sold legally in Switzerland. On 30 January, selected participants of the country’s Weed Care study within the Swiss pilot projects will be able to purchase cannabis in pharmacies in Basel. The Swiss company Vigia AG has developed the Cannabis [...]
New research refutes the theory that cannabis is a ‘gateway drug’, finding no increase in substance use disorders or psychological problems in states which have legalised adult-use. The research from CU Boulder in the US, found that the legalisation of adult-use cannabis at the state level [...]
Many growers may wonder why it’s important to get their plants genetically tested, but the truth is that genetic testing can make growing a lot easier. Genetic analysis in plants can give a wide range of results that can help scientists solve everyday problems in plant [...]
CBD flower exists in a regulatory grey area across Europe, but for many people it is their preferred method of cannabinoid consumption, whether vaporised or steeped in water and drank as tea. CBD has kind of outdone every other cannabinoid in the cannabis plant, in terms [...]
Whether for fibre, food or medicine, cannabis has been a part of life for thousands of years. The stigma around it, however, is relatively new. Read on for an overview of the history of cannabis in the UK. Humans and cannabis have had a symbiotic relationship [...]
A new study has found no significant increase in the rates of psychosis-related diagnoses in states which have introduced cannabis policies. Researchers from the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia found no ‘statistically significant difference’ in the rates of psychosis-related diagnoses, or prescribed antipsychotics, [...]
Proposals for the legalisation of adult-use cannabis in the Czech Republic are expected to be published in a matter of months with a focus on ‘reform, regulation and taxation’. Draft laws, which would see the introduction of a regulated cannabis market in the Czech Republic, could [...]
The Grocer Awards 2022 included CBD by BRITISH CANNABIS Dermal Patches as one of the ‘New Products of The Year’. The Rising New Product was selected to join a shortlist of finalists in the Personal Care Category at the annual event at the Hilton Bankside, London, [...]
The NHS has reimbursed the cost of a UK patient’s private medicinal cannabis treatment, in what has been described as a ‘rare’ case. A patient at Zerenia Clinics has successfully attained full reimbursement of the costs of unlicensed cannabis-based medication and clinic fees through the NHS. [...]
AOAC International, an independent nonprofit standards development organization has announced the appointment of Dr. Katerina (Kate) Mastovska as their new deputy executive director and chief science officer. Dr. Katerina Mastovska Most recently, Dr. Mastovska served as chief science officer for the Eurofins US Food Division. She [...]
Dr Nat Wright, clinical advisor to European cannabis company AltoVerde, discusses how cannabis can play an important role in treating substance misuse and in alleviating the over-prescription of opioids. Medical cannabis became legal in the UK in 2018 and in the four years since, the number [...]
The first research of its kind has reported ‘promising’ findings in the treatment of borderline personality disorder (BPD) with cannabinoids. When used in a controlled clinical environment, cannabis-based medicines can lead to a ‘substantial improvement’ in symptoms associated with BPD, also known as emotionally unstable personality [...]
Remember those heady days of the Green Rush a decade ago, when markets were small and it seemed everyone had a chance? Now it’s more of a mad rush to get some green in the form of investment capital. The majority of states in the country [...]
LAST week a flurry of positive announcements from across the UK’s medical cannabis industry were unveiled in signs the industry is wasting no time in shaking off the stagnation of 2022. Firstly, new data published by the government has provided the latest insight into the size [...]
BRITISH CANNABIS brand ACCESS CBD® was voted Best CBD Oil in Pharmacy for the second time, with CBD by BRITISH CANNABIS CBD Oils and Dermal Patches shortlisted for a further three categories. The MVP Pharmacy Awards took place in November 2022 at a prestigious London venue [...]
US states which have legalised adult-use cannabis have seen a reduction in demand for prescription codeine, according to a new study. Published this week in Health Economics, a multi-institutional study led by University of Pittsburgh and Cornell University scientists, finds a significant reduction in pharmacy-based codeine [...]
As a business owner, insurance is always a must. If you are interested in entering into the cannabis industry or you already have, it’s important to know what to expect when it comes to insuring your cannabis-related business. That’s why we’ll be exploring what dispensary insurance [...]
One in five people taking part in Dry January are substituting alcohol for cannabis, a new survey from the US shows. Dry January has become increasingly popular in recent years, as consumers attempt to ditch the drink throughout the first month of the year, following the [...]
Drug Science has announced that its cannabis patient registry, Project Twenty21, will continue collecting data for a fourth year with new partners on board. The UK charity for drug reform confirmed this week that its medicinal cannabis patient registry, formerly known as Project Twenty21, will continue [...]
Whether you’re vegan-for-life or celebrating Veganuary, we’ve sought out some CBD-based beauty products that can help give you a cruelty-free cannabis glow-up. The start of a new year often goes hand in hand with resolutions, new routines and dreams of rejuvenation. It also happens to align [...]
Pharmaceutical manufacturer, Linnea SA, has been granted a licence for the production of high-THC medicinal cannabis products in Switzerland. Linnea SA was granted a narcotics licence by Swissmedic at the end of 2022, making it one of the first companies in Switzerland to be able to [...]
A new project, designed to show how cannabis would be cost-effective on the NHS, is due to get underway next month. Experts at York Health Economics Consortium are to develop a flexible health economics analysis tool to evaluate the feasibility of prescribing cannabis on the NHS. [...]
LINNEA SA (“Linnea,” or “the Company”), a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer with over 40 years of experience, has been granted a narcotics license by Swissmedic at the end of 2022. They are now one of the first companies in Switzerland to be able to produce and export high THC [...]
KANABO announced the launch of two new additions to its range of VapePod formulas this week, in what is expected to be the first in a flurry of announcements due in the coming months. The launch of two new high-THC formulas, which represent the second generation [...]
The Dutch producer of medicinal cannabis is to open a new facility in Denmark in order to meet demand from patients across Europe. Bedrocan, the sole producer of medicinal cannabis in the Netherlands since 2003, has announced it will establish a new facility to manufacture its [...]
The Colombian government recently confirmed that cannabis medicines would be covered by the healthcare system, making it one of the few countries in the world to introduce such a policy. Dr Sandra Carrillo, of the Colombian Medical Cannabis Association, tells Cannabis Health how attitudes are finally [...]
Have you ever been to the DMV, only to be turned away because you didn’t have the countless forms of identification needed? Sometimes it feels like no amount of ID or proof of residence is enough, whether it’s your 2nd grade report card or an electric [...]
As the cannabis industry continues to evolve, recent market challenges have created an environment that is more difficult for industry leaders to navigate. To find success in today’s marketplace, company leaders need to adopt a robust, data-driven approach to combat the influx of rising brands, emerging [...]
A new study from researchers in Spain found no decline in the health of regular cannabis consumers when compared to the general population. The paper, published in the journal Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research, assessed the impact of regular cannabis consumption on public health and compared the [...]
The legalisation of cannabis on prescription has failed to deliver access for all, say advocates, as new figures reveal the growing gap between private and NHS prescribing. New data has revealed the number of private and NHS cannabis prescriptions issued in England since the law change [...]
With the prevalence of poor mental health on the rise, many people are finding cannabis helpful for managing symptoms of common disorders such as depression, anxiety and PTSD. We explore its role in mental health treatment in more detail. All of us have ‘mental health’ – [...]
Three new research studies have been published using data from the UK Medical Cannabis Registry that demonstrate the effects of cannabis in those living with depression, childhood epilepsy and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The Registry, which is run by Sapphire Medical Clinics, is thought to be [...]
After decades of negotiations, almost 200 countries have agreed to a historic deal to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030. Cannabis could help get them to the goal while slashing carbon emissions in the process. Planetary health is human health, and the twin challenges of [...]
THE Italian army, which continues to hold a monopoly over medical cannabis production, has announced plans to dramatically ramp up production this year. On December 30, 2022, General Manager of the Defence Industries Agency Nicola Latorre announced in an interview with Defense World that the army [...]
In recent weeks, promising research has been published on the potential of cannabis as a tool for sleep, muscle recovery, multiple sclerosis (MS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). With a record number of research papers published on cannabis and its therapeutic potential in 2022, it can [...]
UK company, Chanelle McCoy Health, has been granted ethics approval in Australia for a clinical trial investigating the effect of its synthetic CBD formulation on sleep. The pharmaceutical company has received Ethics Approval from Bellberry Human Research Ethics Committee in Australia, for a significant Phase III [...]
SPAIN’s ambitious plans to see the regulation and distribution of medical cannabis rolled out across the country by the end of 2022 appear to have been delayed. December 27, 2022 marked the deadline for the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) to ensure proposals, [...]
New findings highlighting a rise in cannabis-related hospital visits among older consumers have led to calls for more patient-doctor communication around its use in medical care. As a growing number of older adults are experimenting with cannabis to help alleviate chronic symptoms, a new study has [...]
The short- and long-term effects of prenatal cannabis use on both parent and child are still poorly understood. New research from North America sheds light on this sensitive topic. Some people consume cannabis during pregnancy to alleviate symptoms such as nausea, stress, insomnia, and pain (to [...]
A new study provides fresh insights into how THC interacts with the human body to provide therapeutic effects. In various European countries and North America, cannabis-based medicines are authorised for therapeutic purposes. While the cannabis plant contains over 100 cannabinoids, THC (D9-tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol) are [...]
With draft regulations for the legalisation of medicinal cannabis in Spain expected imminently, we explore the existing grey market and meet those bridging the gap to help patients access the treatment safely. Last year the Spanish government took a significant step towards legalising medicinal cannabis for [...]
The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection approved nine licenses for dispensaries to commence adult use sales on Tuesday, January 10. While nine were approved, just seven began adult use sales today. Connecticut also launched its “Clean Slate & Cannabis Erasure” website, as the state’s Clean Slate [...]
2022 brought more change and visibility to the cannabis industry than nearly any year before. Two of five legalization ballot measures passed, bringing the total number of states with legal medical or medical and recreational laws to 39. President Biden issued an executive order pardoning nonviolent [...]
Almost a third of patients with chronic pain reported using cannabis to manage it, according to new findings from the US. As more US states legalise cannabis for medical and recreational use, increasing numbers of people are experimenting with it for pain relief, a new study [...]
All patients undergoing a procedure requiring anaesthesia should be screened for cannabis use, according to new guidance published in the US. The first guidelines on cannabis use in relation to surgery have been issued by the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA Pain [...]
This is Part 6 and the final chapter in The 3-Legged Stool of Successful Grow Operations series. Click here to see Part 1, here to see Part 2, here to see Part 3, here for part 4 and here for Part 5. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Figure 1: Precision aeroponics at FarmaGrowers [...]
The holidays can be a boozy blur of celebratory bevvies and festive cheer. But an almost month-long drinking binge can result in a hangover of whole-body proportions. Could cannabis help drink-lovers take a break from the tipple this Dry January? Whether it’s sparkling wine at the [...]
Regulators in France have reversed a ban on the sale and consumption of CBD flower. We’ve summarised everything you need to know. As of Thursday, 29 December 2022, the French Council of State (Conseil d’État) overturned a decision to cancel the ban on the sale and [...]
Illegal UK cannabis startup, Dispenseroo, has revealed that many customers are using its products to treat medical conditions. What does its so-called success say about the current state of play? The founder of the online dispensary – who goes by the name of ‘S’ – claims [...]
Remedy currently has two locations, one in Baltimore and one in Columbia, Maryland. The first thing you notice at these dispensaries are the large parking areas. When you step inside, you’re greeted by an entrance that is less like a waiting room and more like a [...]
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