A Phase 2 Randomised Clinical Trial Assessing the Tolerability of Whole Plant Extracts of Cannabis in Cancer

By |2024-06-28T03:07:54+01:0028 June 2024|

Assessing the Tolerability of Two Different Ratios of Medicinal Cannabis in Patients With Cancer – High Grade Gliomas A randomized trial involving adult patients diagnosed with a high-grade glioma, no history of substance abuse, liver or kidney damage or myocardial infarction were eligible for inclusion in a tolerability study on two different ratios of medicinal cannabis. […]

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Cannabis Clinic of the Year

By |2024-06-27T03:12:36+01:0027 June 2024|

We are thrilled to announce that Curaleaf Clinic won ‘Cannabis Clinic of the Year’ at the Business of Cannabis Awards. Curaleaf International picked up three more awards, including ‘European Cannabis Company of the Year‘. Registered with the Care Quality Commission in 2019, Curaleaf Clinic was the [...]

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Access Scheme for UK Military Veterans at Curaleaf Clinic

By |2024-06-27T03:12:33+01:0027 June 2024|

At Curaleaf Clinic (formally Sapphire Clinics), we see patients with a range of conditions – such as chronic pain, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anxiety. We also have a growing number of patients suffering from these conditions who are military veterans. With a special nod to [...]

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Cannabis to outsell beef in the USA this year, report finds

By |2024-06-26T03:16:05+01:0026 June 2024|

Sales of legal cannabis in the USA are projected to reach $33 billion in 2024, according to a new report published by cannabis business specialists MJ Biz Daily. If sales of cannabis continue as they are this year they will outstrip sales of beef and even [...]

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‘High strength ecstasy’ warning issued ahead of UK festival season

By |2024-06-26T03:15:54+01:0026 June 2024|

Ecstasy pills with higher than average levels of MDMA are currently being sold in the UK, according to drug-testing charity The Loop. The warning, issued just before the start of Glastonbury Festival and the summer party season, aims to educate festivalgoers and other drug consumers about [...]

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Benefits of Full Spectrum Cannabis Oil in Treatment of Autism

By |2024-06-25T03:06:58+01:0025 June 2024|

In the present study, we show that the benefits of treatment with full-spectrum CBD oil for non-syndromic individuals with ASD are not only noticeable to the clinical eye but are also perceived and experienced by the families and caregivers. In short, the findings corroborate that this treatment, combined with a gradual and individualized dosage regimen, […]

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Embracing Honest Medicine in Prescription Cannabis

By |2024-06-25T03:06:55+01:0025 June 2024|

Introduction Embracing the concept of “Honest Medicine” in prescription cannabis means advocating for transparency, ethical practices, and patient-centred care. Let’s make healthcare more trustworthy and effective. Transparency in Prescription Cannabis Transparency in the prescription of cannabis involves providing patients with clear, comprehensive information about their treatment options. This includes detailed explanations of the benefits and […]

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Older adults report ‘considerable improvements’ with medical cannabis

By |2024-06-25T03:04:35+01:0025 June 2024|

A new study suggests that adults aged 65 and older experience “considerable improvements” in their health and wellbeing when prescribed cannabis-based medicines. The use of medical cannabis is said to be on the rise among older individuals, yet little research has been done to understand the [...]

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The Netherlands expands legal cannabis pilot

By |2024-06-25T03:04:15+01:0025 June 2024|

A pilot scheme introducing the legal sale and production of cannabis in the Netherlands is due to be expanded to eight more cities across the country. In December 2023, the Dutch government embarked on a pilot scheme to regulate the production of cannabis to supply the country’s  ‘coffeeshops’. [...]

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New UK study highlights scale of illegal cannabis use for health reasons

By |2024-06-22T03:03:05+01:0022 June 2024|

A new research paper has highlighted how many people are still accessing cannabis illegally for medicinal purposes in the UK, over five years on from the law change. Despite medical cannabis being legalised in the UK in 2018, previous reports indicate that a large number of [...]

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Navigating Prescription Cannabis

By |2024-06-21T03:12:33+01:0021 June 2024|

Introduction Prescription cannabis patients often face subpar care while trying to navigate their new medicine. From doctors informing them that “product is out of stock” to pharmacists questioning, “What’s a COA?” (Certificate of Analysis), patients are left disheartened and frustrated. This blog explores the challenges faced by these patients and emphasizes the need for better […]

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Dutch legal cannabis trial expands to 8 more cities

By |2024-06-21T03:12:27+01:0021 June 2024|

An ongoing trial by the Dutch government to regulate the adult-use cannabis industry has been extended to include another 8 cities, taking the total number involved to 10. The trial, initially launched in the cities of Breda and Tilburg in December 2023, was designed to replace [...]

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Script Assist launches SaaS offering, with Jersey’s Medicann as first partner

By |2024-06-21T03:10:03+01:0021 June 2024|

Script Assist has announced that its medical cannabis technology platform, which aims to enable an efficient medical cannabis journey for clinics, doctors and patients, will be available on a software as a service (SaaS) basis for the first time. With its platform now expanding from a [...]

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Ethnic Diversity in Cannabis: Navigating Stigma and Health Challenges

By |2024-06-20T23:10:48+01:0020 June 2024|

In this article, we explore the stigma associated with cannabis, the challenges faced by ethnic communities in the UK, and offer guidance for those seeking medical cannabis treatment.

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South African cannabis laws to stay as President Ramaphosa secures second term

By |2024-06-20T03:05:38+01:0020 June 2024|

On May 28th 2024, South Africa became the first country in Africa to allow its citizens to use cannabis for recreational purposes without the fear of arrest and prosecution. The country’s president, Cyril Ramaphosa, officially signed the Cannabis for Private Purposes Act into law on the [...]

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Lyphe UK to Launch Noidecs Vital, a New Low-Cost Medical Cannabis Line

By |2024-06-20T03:05:25+01:0020 June 2024|

Lyphe is proud to announce the launch of its new low-cost medical cannabis line, Noidecs Vital, designed to address affordability issues for medical patients. Recognising the financial barriers many patients face in accessing cannabis treatments, the Noidecs Vital line will provide a cost-effective option that does [...]

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Two men given suspended prison sentences for swapping small amounts of prescribed cannabis

By |2024-06-19T03:14:32+01:0019 June 2024|

Two men from Guernsey have narrowly escaped being sent to jail after admitting to authorities that they regularly swapped prescribed cannabis to prevent each other from running out while waiting for their medication to be delivered.  Both men, Nathan Alan Lucas and Reece Nicholas Charles Baudains [...]

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Cannabis Terpenes as Effective as Morphine for Pain Relief with Fewer Side Effects

By |2024-06-18T03:04:46+01:0018 June 2024|

A groundbreaking study by researchers at the Comprehensive Center for Pain & Addiction has highlighted the potential of cannabis terpenes to provide relief from chemotherapy-induced neuropathic pain. This study, published in the journal PAIN, suggests that terpenes from Cannabis sativa may be as effective as morphine in managing chronic pain, offering a promising alternative with […]

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Baltimore researchers find cannabis could be effective treatment Anxiety and Depressive Symtoms

By |2024-06-18T03:04:39+01:0018 June 2024|

Introduction A recent study has uncovered intriguing findings about the use of medical marijuana in treating depression and anxiety. The research, which included individuals diagnosed with clinical depression, revealed that those using medicinal cannabis reported lower depression scores compared to non-users. This blog delves into the study’s findings and discusses the implications for the treatment […]

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Study highlights prevalence of medicinal cannabis use among primary care patients

By |2024-06-15T03:03:23+01:0015 June 2024|

One in six patients in primary care reported cannabis use, with most using it to manage a symptom or health condition, according to new research. The findings, to be published in JAMA Network Open, by researchers at UCLA, suggest that most patients reported using cannabis for symptom [...]

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My Journey: From Disability to Wellness with Medicinal Cannabis

By |2024-06-14T03:09:11+01:0014 June 2024|

Life Before Medicinal Cannabis My name is Antonín, and I am 41 years old. After an accident at work, I have been on a disability pension for the past ten years. For the last 17 years, I have lived in Scotland. My mother and father, along with my sister and brother and their families, reside […]

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“It enables me to make the most of the time I have left” – how cancer patient secured first NHS prescription for medical cannabis flower

By |2024-06-14T03:08:57+01:0014 June 2024|

The first patient to receive medical cannabis flower through the NHS has shared how it helped him manage debilitating side-effects of cancer treatment.  In April 2023, Mike Roberts secured the first NHS reimbursement for medical cannabis flower prescribed through a private clinic to manage chemotherapy-induced nausea [...]

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New study links cannabis use to reduced rates of prostate cancer

By |2024-06-13T03:00:54+01:0013 June 2024|

A new study using data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health on men in the US has found a possible association between cannabis use and rates of prostate cancer.  Researchers behind the study, published in the journal Biomedicines, observed that individuals who were [...]

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Link between cannabis and psychosis lower than thought, huge study finds

By |2024-06-12T03:28:19+01:0012 June 2024|

An analysis of over 162 high-quality studies has found the link between cannabis and psychosis is weaker than previously estimated.  The study published in the journal Nature Mental Health, was conducted by a team at the University of Lausanne in Switzerland. Researchers analysed data from over [...]

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Milestone for UK as first domestically grown medical cannabis arrives

By |2024-06-12T03:25:48+01:0012 June 2024|

Medical cannabis cultivator Glass Pharms has officially delivered its first crop to the first UK-based clinic, marking the first time since medical cannabis was legalised that domestically grown product has been made available to patients. The launch of UK-grown medical cannabis marks a significant milestone in [...]

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UK Patients Have Been Waiting 6 Entire Years for This to Happen!!

By |2024-06-11T03:06:24+01:0011 June 2024|

Introduction: A Landmark Achievement for Patient Care After six long years, UK patients can finally rejoice. Releaf has announced a significant breakthrough that promises to end the persistent supply issues that have plagued the therapeutic market. This development marks a new era in patient care, ensuring a reliable supply of essential medications. Ensuring Security of […]

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A Green Flood ? 474 Prescription Cannabis Products in the UK Market

By |2024-06-07T03:04:56+01:007 June 2024|

Prescription Cannabis Prescription cannabis has been gaining traction globally, and the UK is no exception. With a growing awareness of its therapeutic benefits, more patients are turning to cannabis-based medicines. However, the burgeoning variety of cannabis products raises significant questions about the quality and consistency of the supply. Medications In the UK, the number of […]

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My Journey Through Chronic Pain: A Personal Battle with Herniated Discs, Arthritis, and Lyme Disease

By |2024-06-07T03:04:52+01:007 June 2024|

In 1980, 44 years ago, I experienced a herniated disc at L4/5 while working as a professional driver. It was my mistake due to inattentiveness and extremely heavy lifting during the loading of gear parts. Since then, I have repeatedly suffered from the same symptoms, which have worsened over the years, especially in the cold […]

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From Garden to Career: How Growing My Own Medicine Led to Professional Success

By |2024-06-07T03:04:47+01:007 June 2024|

Life as a Heavy Equipment Operator I work as a heavy equipment operator, handling bulldozers, agricultural tractors, and excavators. My days are filled with the roar of machinery and the satisfaction of shaping the land. At home, I share my life with my girlfriend of 15 years and our 13-year-old dog, who provide me with […]

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113 Botanicals and University of Sussex to bring controlled-release cannabis capsule and patches to UK

By |2024-06-07T03:02:15+01:007 June 2024|

Top chemists at the University of Sussex are developing new ways of administering cannabis-based medicines which could change the perception of medical cannabis in the UK and finally pave the way for NHS access.   While flower floods the UK market and companies compete over who can [...]

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New task force aims to establish UK as ‘global leader’ in cannabinoid science

By |2024-06-06T03:04:18+01:006 June 2024|

A new UK task force, headed up by leading figures in medicine and life sciences, will set out the country’s first comprehensive strategy for cannabinoid research and development. Professor Trevor Jones, formerly Head of R&D at Wellcome and Director General of The Association of the British [...]

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Cannabis use linked to decreased rates of prostate cancer

By |2024-06-05T03:02:46+01:005 June 2024|

A study published in the peer-reviewed journal Biomedicines has found that cannabis use may be associated with a reduced prevalence of prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is the 2nd most common cancer with 1.4 million diagnoses per year, a figure predicted to rise to  2.9 million by [...]

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Cannabis terpenes can relieve chemotherapy-induced neuropathic pain – study

By |2024-06-05T03:00:23+01:005 June 2024|

A new study has found that cannabis terpenes were as effective as morphine at reducing chronic neuropathic pain, and a combination of the two analgesics enhanced pain relief without negative side effects. Some prior studies have shown that the Cannabis sativa plant and its two primary cannabinoids, tetrahydrocannabinol, [...]

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Injected cannabis terpenes as effective as morphine at treating pain

By |2024-06-01T03:17:56+01:001 June 2024|

Research investigating how cannabis can be used to treat pain usually focuses on individual cannabinoids such as THC, CBD and CBN, with little attention paid to the role of medicinal role terpenes. However, in a recent study published in the journal PAIN, researchers found that terpenes, [...]

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Don’t Reinvent the Wheel: A Tour of ASTM Standards for Cannabis – Part 1

By |2024-06-01T03:15:32+01:001 June 2024|

In the realm of consumer safety, minimum standards form a critical safety net that allows businesses and regulators alike with necessary guidelines. From our food and medicines, railroad tracks to bicycle helmets, crayons to cribs, standards are everywhere. Knowing where the lanes are and how to [...]

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