The UK’s Food Standards Agency (FSA) has announced some significant updates to its multi-year CBD Novel Foods approvals process, finally offering hundreds of long-suffering businesses some light at the end of the tunnel. Following suggestions from the FSA late last year that it planned to ‘clearly communicate [...]
A brutally honest call-in to the UK medical cannabis patient community, about ego, division, and why we’re our own worst enemy.
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The patient advocacy group alleges that Cancard, which markets itself as a form of medical cannabis ID, is misleading vulnerable patients as it provides no legal protection for cannabis possession under UK law, and has reported them to the police. This story first appeared on leafie, [...]
Words by Dr Sue Clenton, Medical Director, Releaf Over the past year, we’ve seen medical cannabis move from the margins toward the mainstream — not through media headlines or marketing campaigns, but in clinics, in consultations, and in the steady accumulation of patient outcomes. At Releaf, [...]
The country’s medicines regulator has approved its first psychiatrist to prescribe psilocybin for treatment-resistant depression outside of clinical trials, providing a new option for patients who have exhausted conventional therapies. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Liam O'Dowd
Patients in Australia living with endometriosis say cannabis is more-effective for managing their symptoms, and has fewer side-effects than pharmaceutical medications, a new survey finds. According to new survey data published in the journal Reproduction & Fertility, the majority of patients using cannabis to manage symptoms of endometriosis, find [...]
Ukraine has officially issued its first ever permit for medical cannabis to be imported into the country, bringing patients one step closer to receiving treatment. It represents the latest development in Ukraine’s nascent but rapidly evolving medical cannabis programme, after the country officially enshrined it into law [...]
Ahead of European Cannabis Week, Grow Group’s Managing Director, Pierre van Weperen, talks to Cannabis Health about the current state of play, and the future of cannabis-based medicine in the UK. More than 6.4 million people in the UK are currently waiting for treatment on the [...]
International research involving 889 women finds cannabis has fewer side effects and provides greater relief from pain, but stigma and legal barriers prevent disclosure to doctors. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Kevin Dinneen
A national class action has been brought against Aurora Cannabis in Canada, alleging that the company ‘negligently’ failed to warn consumers about the risk of developing Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS). On May 14, 2025, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice certified a national class action alleging [...]
The well respected advocate will be offering support and guidance to patients while continuing to fight for improved rights for cannabis users. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Kevin Dinneen
A profound change is quietly occurring across the UK, writes James Smith, medical cannabis patient and co-founder of 4C Labs, following a recent experience using cannabis-based medicines to recover from major hip surgery on the NHS. Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or a scientist, this [...]
Joel Cunningham was given a suspended sentence after a judge acknowledged the cannabis oils and creams he supplied had "given people hope". This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Liam O'Dowd
A new UK study highlights how medical cannabis may improve quality of life for people living with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Researchers at Drug Science analysed data from what they believe to be the largest sample of OCD patients receiving cannabis-based medicines on prescription. OCD is estimated [...]
Cannabis remains Europe's most widely used illicit drug, with the market valued at €12.1 billion annually, according to new European Union data. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Kevin Dinneen
Two cannabis-derived compounds have shown remarkable effectiveness against fungal pathogens in laboratory tests, according to new research. In a study published in The Journal of Neglected Tropical Diseases (PLOS NTDs), researchers discovered that Cannabidiol (CBD) and Cannabidivarin (CBDV) killed harmful Cryptococcus neoformans – a WHO-listed priority fungal pathogen. [...]
The UK government has commissioned the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD) to carry out a formal review of the current state of play regarding cannabis-based medicinal products. Seven years since the first unlicensed cannabis-based medicinal products (CBPMs) were prescribed in the UK, the [...]
The Czech Republic’s Chamber of Deputies has approved a landmark amendment which, if passed through the Senate, will legalise home cultivation of up to three plants, home possession of up to 100g of cannabis per person, and public possession of up to 25g per person. Its [...]
Commander Julian Bennett was originally sacked by the Met Police for refusing a drugs test in 2020, after it was alleged he took cannabis, LSD and magic mushrooms while on holiday in France. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Liam O'Dowd
Cannabis use among older adults in the US has reached a new high, with 7% of adults aged 65 and over who report using it in the past month. This is according to an analysis led by researchers with the Center for Drug Use and HIV/HCV [...]
From 2026 adults over 21 will be allowed to cultivate up to three cannabis plants per person, keep up to 100 grams of dried cannabis at home and possess up to 25 grams in public. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Kevin Dinneen
Every year, Men’s Health Week serves as a crucial reminder to pause and reflect on the health challenges that many men face – but often don’t talk about. It’s a time to raise awareness of how gender, culture and environment can affect our health, and to [...]
Words by Dr Sue Clenton, Medical Director, Releaf If we are serious about the future of medical cannabis in the UK, we must be equally serious about its clinical foundations. That means investing not just in science or access, but in a new generation of [...]
Chronic pain affects millions of people in the UK. As the conversation around medical cannabis evolves, many patients and GPs are beginning to explore whether medical cannabis could offer an alternative. In this instalment of our medical cannabis education series, Dr Elisabeth Philipps is joined by [...]
The UK government has rejected a petition calling for patients with a prescription for cannabis-based medicines to be allowed to grow their own plants at home. Around 13,000 people signed a petition calling for ‘Grow Your Own’ laws to allow patients with a prescription for cannabis-based [...]
An independent commission has recommended moving natural cannabis from the Misuse of Drugs Act to reduce harm and tackle racial disproportionality in policing, following “the most comprehensive international study of cannabis use in recent history.” This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Liam O'Dowd
Comprehensive analysis of existing research has shown that cannabis can both help chemotherapy treatments kill more cancer cells and reduce the side effects of cancer treatment. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Liam O'Dowd
The Medical Cannabis Clinicians Society (MCCS) has published its first comprehensive guidance specifically for pharmacy professionals involved in the dispensing of cannabis-based medicinal products (CBPMs) in the UK. Pharmacists play a vital role in the dispensing of CBPMs and have a responsibility to ensure these medications [...]
New research sheds light on the impact of cannabis legalisation on prescription drug claims following their implementation in the US. Approval of recreational and medical cannabis laws in most US states has allowed individuals to legally obtain cannabis to treat certain medical ailments that had typically [...]
86% of patients on the study reported that vaporised DMT provided rapid relief from their depression symptoms after just one treatment, while 14% were considered to be in complete remission by day 7. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Kevin Dinneen
Large-scale research involving over 900 men reveals no significant association between cannabis consumption and sperm health. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Kevin Dinneen
Low prices and improved access mean 80% of cannabis sales now happen through legitimate channels in Canada. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Kevin Dinneen
A first-of-its-kind study comparing outcomes from legal and illegal adult-use cannabis users has shown that legal access can reduce misuse. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Kevin Dinneen
The first academic research on Switzerland’s landmark adult-use pilot, has reported a decline in problematic consumption, particularly among those who used other drugs in addition to cannabis. Europe’s first adult-use cannabis pilot programme, the Weed Care study, launched in Basel, Switzerland, in January 2023, to examine [...]
Denmark has officially passed legislation which will solidify its long-running medical cannabis pilot programme as a permanent fixture of its national healthcare system in what has been described as a ‘victory for patients’. First announced in November 2024, the medical cannabis bill (L135) has undergone an [...]
100 low-income families in Albuquerque will receive $750 per month for 3 years, funded by taxes on recreational cannabis sales. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Kevin Dinneen
If you’ve been prescribed medical cannabis flower, it’s recommended you administer your medicine with a medical-grade vaporiser. Smoking medical cannabis is illegal, but it also exposes you to harmful toxins. Vaporising heats the cannabis flower without combustion, preserving its active compounds while avoiding the harmful byproducts [...]
The study found that some cannabis users had lower levels of harmful biomarkers in their breath than people who abstained from both cannabis and tobacco. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Kevin Dinneen
Despite being one of the most important regulatory systems in human physiology, the endocannabinoid system (ECS) remains inexplicably absent from almost all mainstream medical education. A report published by Volteface in 2022 found that in the UK, while around 40,000 clinicians are eligible to prescribe medical cannabis, only [...]
The Harvard study identified a key anti-inflammatory mechanism behind psychedelic use which may explain the powerful results from these drugs. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Kevin Dinneen
The ‘remarkable’ mother and campaigner, who played a pivotal role in the legalisation of medical cannabis in the UK, Hannah Deacon, has died at the age of 45. In a statement on her website, Hannah’s loved ones said they were ‘heartbroken’ to share the news of [...]
New analysis from the UK has found that cannabis-based medicines are associated with improvements in symptoms and overall quality of life in patients with treatment-resistant epilepsy. Researchers say the study, which analysed data from the UK Medical Cannabis Registry (UKMCR), shows the ‘promising potential’ of cannabis-based [...]
South Korean researchers identified a previously unknown cannabinoid called cannabielsoxa alongside several compounds that can inhibit neuroblastoma cancer cell growth. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Liam O'Dowd
After a six-year battle on behalf of campaigners, Romania’s Health Committee has rejected a bill which would broaden access to medical cannabis products on prescription. Following what has been described as “six years of silence”, in February, Romania’s Health Committee of the [...]
Patients on the UK Medical Cannabis Registry reported "significantly positive change" to their epilepsy, quality of life, sleep and anxiety levels after six months of treatment. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Kevin Dinneen
Politicians also hope to change the law to allow for "limited" adult recreational use by the end of the year. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Kevin Dinneen
Dying Matters Awareness Week encourages open conversations about end-of-life care, helping to break the stigma around death and dying. This year’s discussions feel particularly timely, as the UK’s Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill moves forward[1]. If passed, the bill could change the future of [...]
Avon and Somerset Police have been instructed to stop using cannabis smell as the sole grounds for stop and search, following recommendations from an independent review body. The force’s Independent Scrutiny of Police Powers Panel determined that the smell of cannabis alone should no longer be [...]
A study conducted by the US Government has found that 80% of Americans who use cannabis report combustion as their primary method of consumption. The second most common route of consumption reported was ingesting cannabis via edibles or oils, and nearly half of those surveyed claimed [...]
A study examining trends in adult cannabis consumption in Canada following legalisation in 2018 has found that although overall frequency of use increased slightly, the number of individuals whose use was designated problematic decreased marginally. Published in the journal JAMA Network Open, the research analysed data [...]
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