Cannabis consumers are not ‘lazy stoners’ study finds

By |2024-04-28T03:07:24+01:0028 April 2024|

A study published in the journal Social Psychological and Personality Science has found that chronic cannabis users are motivated and exhibit willingness to carry out tasks that require effort, contrary to the stereotype that stoners are lazy. The study queried 260 cannabis consumers five times per [...]

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Science Behind Tropical Cannabis Aromas

By |2024-04-27T14:05:16+01:0027 April 2024|

Recently, scientists made an exciting discovery that sheds light on the chemistry behind those tantalising tropical aromas: Tropicannasulfur compounds (TCSCs).

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International cannabis prescribing service launches for travellers to the UK

By |2024-04-27T03:01:30+01:0027 April 2024|

Integro Clinics is the first UK clinic to expand its services worldwide, to address the challenges for patients travelling to the UK who need access to medicinal cannabis on prescription. For patients who rely on medicinal cannabis, travelling abroad can come with a whole host of [...]

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Navigating Healthcare Challenges: My Story at a UK Prescription

By |2024-04-26T12:05:06+01:0026 April 2024|

Introduction Hello, my name is Kieran. I want to share my personal account of the difficulties I’ve faced with a clinic that provides my critical prescription for cannabis. This story is more than just a narrative; it’s a glimpse into the struggles individuals like me undergo when systems fail to operate as they should, especially […]

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My Journey with Medical Cannabis: A New Lease on Life

By |2024-04-26T12:04:56+01:0026 April 2024|

Introduction to My Health Challenges In 2011, I received life-altering diagnoses of several autoimmune diseases: Behcet’s Disease, Addison’s Disease, and Dercum’s Disease, accompanied by other complications such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). These conditions have profoundly impacted my daily life and well-being. Discovering Prescription Cannabis My experience with prescription cannabis began in 2020, and it […]

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Living with Chronic Illness: A Journey Through Pain, Understanding, and Cannabis

By |2024-04-26T12:04:51+01:0026 April 2024|

On October the 2nd this year, 2022, I received six 10 gram pots of cannabis flower, delivered to my door by a courier. This wasn’t from an Instagram account advertising loud dank or from a mate posting me a share of his home-grown crop. This was from a registered company operating in the UK. After being an […]

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The Untold Truths of Medical Cannabis – The Stigma Surrounding Medical Cannabis Use

By |2024-04-26T12:04:44+01:0026 April 2024|

My Reluctant Journey to Medical Cannabis I didn’t turn to cannabis out of desire, but out of desperation. After over a decade of chronic nerve pain and countless prescriptions that only dulled my senses without relieving pain, cannabis was suggested as a last resort. Although initially illegal and frowned upon, it became my only relief […]

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Exploring the Potential of Terpenes in Cannabis for an Entourage Effect: A Call for More Research

By |2024-04-26T12:04:30+01:0026 April 2024|

The world of cannabis is vast and complex, boasting a variety of compounds that contribute to its effects and therapeutic benefits. Among these, terpenes and cannabinoids hold a particularly significant place. Terpenes are aromatic compounds found in many plants, including cannabis, which are believed to influence its effects and may play a critical role in […]

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Green Shadows: Unmasking the Corruption in Cannabis Lobbying in the UK

By |2024-04-26T12:04:22+01:0026 April 2024|

Introduction to the Cannabis Conundrum The UK’s cannabis industry, especially in the realm of medicinal use, has seen significant growth and attention in recent years. However, beneath the surface of this burgeoning sector lies a complex web of corruption involving cannabis lobbyists, patient organizations, and industry councils. This blog aims to expose the misleading narratives […]

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High Cost of Inconsistency of Prescription Cannabis: Navigating the Challenges

By |2024-04-26T12:04:13+01:0026 April 2024|

Introduction In recent years, the United Kingdom has taken tentative steps towards recognizing cannabis for its medicinal properties, offering a glimmer of hope to those suffering from chronic pain and other debilitating conditions. However, this hope is frequently dimmed by the stark reality of inconsistent supply, leaving patients in a precarious limbo. This blog delves […]

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Living with Chronic Pain at 48: David Wright’s Journey from Despair to Hope

By |2024-04-26T12:04:04+01:0026 April 2024|

Chronic pain is an invisible yet incapacitating condition, transforming lives and challenging the spirit of even the strongest individuals. David Wright, a 48-year-old former support worker and 999 operator, shares his intimate journey of battling lower disc degeneration and the curvature of the spine, shedding light on the dark corners of chronic pain and how […]

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The Unseen Battle: A Journey Through Injury, Recovery, and Rediscovery

By |2024-04-26T12:03:52+01:0026 April 2024|

Jason Bryant’s life changed in an instant during what should have been a routine Christmas decoration job in London. His story is a harrowing tale of survival, a battle with the healthcare system, and a personal fight against mental and physical health challenges. Through his journey, Jason showcases the resilience of the human spirit and […]

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The Imperative of Full Transparency: Certificates of Analysis for Prescription Cannabis

By |2024-04-26T12:03:35+01:0026 April 2024|

Introduction In the rapidly evolving landscape of prescription cannabis, the necessity for transparency and stringent quality control cannot be overstated. For patients and healthcare providers alike, the assurance of safety, efficacy, and consistency in prescription cannabis products is paramount. This blog delves into the crucial role of providing a full Certificate of Analysis (CoA) for […]

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Fibromyalgia patients are using cannabis to ease their symptoms

By |2024-04-26T03:16:13+01:0026 April 2024|

Researchers from the USA have published a study showing how fibromyalgia patients who deal with symptoms including pain, fatigue, and anxiety are using cannabis. A total of 1336 responses from patients at the specialist Integrative Medicine & Health at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota were analysed as [...]

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Neuroprotective properties of CBN could point to new treatments

By |2024-04-26T03:13:53+01:0026 April 2024|

New findings help explain how the lesser-known cannabinoid, CBN, protects the brain against ageing and neurodegeneration—and how it could be used to develop potential therapeutics. One in every 10 individuals above the age of 65 develops an age-related neurological disorder like Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s, yet treatment [...]

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Cannabis legalisation not linked to increase in youth substance use – study

By |2024-04-25T03:00:34+01:0025 April 2024|

The legalisation of cannabis in the US, and subsequent rise in sales, have not contributed to an increase in substance misuse among adolescents, a new study has found. Researchers from Boston College have used the most recent data on adolescent substance use to evaluate the effect [...]

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New initiative launched to protect UK cannabis patients’ rights

By |2024-04-24T03:18:34+01:0024 April 2024|

The national centre of expertise on drugs and drugs law, Release, has launched a new initiative to help protect the rights of medical cannabis patients in the UK.  Despite medical cannabis being legal in the UK since November 2018, patients continue to report negative experiences of [...]

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Highlights from NoCo Hemp Conference Panels: How did we get here, and where are we going?

By |2024-04-24T03:18:14+01:0024 April 2024|

At the 10th Annual NoCo Hemp Conference and Expo, held in beautiful Estes Park, Colorado this year, educational panels included a wide array of topics covering both the fiber and industrial potentials of hemp products as well as the plant’s supplemental and dietary applications. Our attention [...]

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Politician makes the first move to decriminalise adult-use cannabis in Jersey

By |2024-04-23T03:04:47+01:0023 April 2024|

Medicinal cannabis is legal in Jersey, and the island is home to a burgeoning cannabis industry. Now a politician on the island is making plans to have the plant’s status for personal use lowered from illegal, to decriminalised. Deputy Tom Coles believes that a softer legal [...]

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#ReleaseMyMeds campaign launched to protect medical cannabis patients’ rights in the UK

By |2024-04-21T03:07:10+01:0021 April 2024|

Drug policy charity Release has launched a campaign to support the rights of patients prescribed medical cannabis in the UK. Despite medical cannabis being legalised in November 2018, many patients continue to report negative interactions with and harassment from the police due to what Release say [...]

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Is Europe the ‘sleeping giant’ of global cannabis reform? Insights from ICBC Berlin

By |2024-04-20T03:02:34+01:0020 April 2024|

Following the landmark legislative change in Germany earlier this month, experts are expecting to see a ripple effect across the continent, with some predicting that Europe could overtake the US as the global leader of cannabis reform. In Berlin this week, for a historical International Cannabis [...]

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Cannabis legalisation reduces youth consumption, large study finds

By |2024-04-17T03:05:29+01:0017 April 2024|

A report published by the American Medical Association (AMA) has revealed that the legalisation of adult-use cannabis and the opening of dispensaries and retail stores does not lead to an increase in youth cannabis use. In fact, cannabis reforms were linked to more young individuals reporting [...]

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Be ready! How to Prepare for a State Cannabis Inspection

By |2024-04-16T03:08:14+01:0016 April 2024|

If you’re a licensed cannabis operator and you don’t make peace with state and local inspectors visiting your facility, clipboard or tablet in hand, you’re in for a long and likely bumpy road. All kinds of authorities will want to inspect your cannabis operation and facility. [...]

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Greek Health Minister to Speak in London About Greece’s Groundbreaking Medical Cannabis Programme

By |2024-04-12T03:04:58+01:0012 April 2024|

Greek Health Minister to speak at Cannabis Europa London on Greece’s groundbreaking new medical cannabis programme, joined by Curaleaf executive chairman, Boris Jordan, and former Wimbledon champion, Pat Cash. Cannabis Europa, the premier conference for the emerging European cannabis industry, is thrilled to announce its lineup [...]

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Dr Franjo Grotenhermen: “Cannabis gave me a new reason to live”

By |2024-04-12T03:04:42+01:0012 April 2024|

The founder of the International Alliance for Cannabinoid Medicine (IACM), Dr Franjo Grotenhermen is one of the world’s leading experts in the field of cannabis medicine. But his own personal health battles are just as remarkable. Dr Franjo Grotenhermen is not your typical doctor.  Having worked [...]

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Recreational cannabis use may protect against cognitive decline – study

By |2024-04-11T03:00:22+01:0011 April 2024|

A new study has linked the consumption of cannabis for recreational purposes to a reduced risk of cognitive decline. Researchers at Upstate Medical University have found that compared to non-users, non-medical cannabis use, such as for recreational purposes, was significantly associated with 96% decreased odds of [...]

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Medicinal cannabis industry to become a “significant” part of Jersey economy

By |2024-04-10T03:09:51+01:0010 April 2024|

Deputy Kirsten Morel has stated that the medicinal cannabis industry in the island nation of Jersey has now started to yield positive results, although as the industry began its journey there were many hurdles to navigate such as high start-up costs, strict regulatory minefields both domestic [...]

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Call for funds to kickstart UK medical cannabis awareness campaign

By |2024-04-10T03:07:31+01:0010 April 2024|

An online crowdfunder has been launched to kickstart a key campaign to generate awareness of prescription cannabis among the general public. The crowdfunder, being run by the Cannabis Industry Council (CIC), aims to raise £20,000 initially to undertake public relations and promotional activity around the existence [...]

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Detection of THC in drivers is not associated with impairment, study finds

By |2024-04-09T03:13:08+01:009 April 2024|

A literature review published this month in the Journal of the Association of Official Analytical Chemists found the detection of THC or its metabolites in the blood, breath, urine, or saliva of a driver is not an indicator of driving impairment. Scientists affiliated with the University [...]

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Study examines risk of CUDs among medical cannabis patients

By |2024-04-04T03:05:43+01:004 April 2024|

A new paper highlights the need for greater public health messaging around the risks of cannabis use disorders among those prescribed it for medicinal purposes.  While cannabis can have a wide range of potential therapeutic benefits, like any drug or medication it can have adverse effects [...]

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Canadian cannabis consumers now more likely to buy from the legal market, survey finds

By |2024-04-03T03:09:21+01:003 April 2024|

Researchers from the Canadian Government’s Office of Cannabis Science and Surveillance examined patterns in cannabis use during the period 2018, when those aged over 18 were allowed to purchase and use cannabis legally for medical and non-medical purposes, to 2022 Using responses from a national online [...]

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UK cannabis clinic expands to offer mental health treatments

By |2024-04-03T03:06:59+01:003 April 2024|

Online medical cannabis clinic, Treat It, has announced its expansion to include specialised psychiatric services amid the UK’s ‘mental health crisis’. The move will enable individuals with conditions such as anxiety, ADHD or PTSD to access treatment through Kanabo Group’s digital health platform, at a time [...]

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