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Industry Publishes New Guidance for Patients Travelling with Medical Cannabis

By |2026-04-30T03:02:34+01:0030 April 2026|

The Cannabis Industry Council has published a new patient-focused guide, Travelling with Medical Cannabis, offering practical advice for UK patients navigating the complex and often inconsistent rules around travelling with prescribed medical cannabis. Whilst medical cannabis has been legal in the UK since 2018, patients continue [...]

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Can Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies Support Weight Management Goals?

By |2026-04-29T03:03:55+01:0029 April 2026|

Interest in simple, convenient wellness solutions continues to grow, especially for those trying to manage their weight alongside busy daily routines. Among the most talked-about options are ACV gummies, a modern alternative to traditional apple cider vinegar. But can they really support weight management goals?

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Engineering Consistency: Inside the Push for GMP-Compliant Cannabis

By |2026-04-29T03:03:33+01:0029 April 2026|

As cannabis becomes a globally traded medical commodity, cGMP compliance is reshaping how it is grown, handled, and transported. For operators working with imported biomass, controlling contamination and ensuring consistency across supply chains has become a defining challenge. That challenge was a central focus at the [...]

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Death of Medical Cannabis Patient Highlights Ongoing Stigma in Organ Transplant Programmes

By |2026-04-28T03:03:20+01:0028 April 2026|

The advocacy group Americans for Safe Access (ASA) has launched a new resource centre focused on organ transplantation and medical cannabis, following the death of patient Patrick Navarro, whose case has reignited concerns over discrimination in transplant eligibility. Patrick, who used cannabis to treat severe neuropathic [...]

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Inconsistent Messaging Is a Compliance Risk. Full Stop.

By |2026-04-28T03:03:02+01:0028 April 2026|

Picture the moment a cannabis company’s compliance team gets copied on an email from a banking partner’s risk officer. The subject line says “Questions re: public materials.” Attached is a spreadsheet. On one side, language from the company’s Florida medical dispensary website. On the other, language [...]

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Just Under Half of Brits Support Legalising Cannabis, YouGov Poll Shows

By |2026-04-25T03:00:43+01:0025 April 2026|

One of the country’s largest and most widely respected polling companies, YouGov, has published the latest results of a representative survey examining the British public’s attitudes towards cannabis. While YouGov acknowledged that the survey was timed to coincide with 4/20 (April 20), the unofficial date for celebrations [...]

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How Many CBD Gummies Should You Take? Understanding the Right Dose

By |2026-04-24T03:06:32+01:0024 April 2026|

CBD Gummies have quickly become one of the most popular ways to enjoy CBD, especially for those looking for a simple, tasty and discreet option. Whether you're new to CBD or refining your daily CBD routine, understanding the right dose is key to getting the most out of your wellness gummies.

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US reschedules cannabis as a less dangerous drug

By |2026-04-24T03:06:24+01:0024 April 2026|

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has officially moved cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act, marking one of the most significant changes to American drug policy in decades. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Liam O'Dowd

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How to Evaluate Cannabis Packaging Suppliers Before You Commit

By |2026-04-24T03:06:06+01:0024 April 2026|

Cannabis packaging decisions have downstream consequences for compliance, operations, customer perception, and margins. This article offers a practical framework for evaluating packaging suppliers across five dimensions: compliance, product quality, operational fit, customization, and partnership reliability. It closes with a pre-commitment checklist that operators can use before [...]

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Bridging the Gap: Patient Experience 2.0 — Redesigning Healthcare for Real People

By |2026-04-23T03:02:41+01:0023 April 2026|

In her bi-weekly series for Cannabis Health, Dr Sue Clenton, Consultant Oncologist and Medical Director at Releaf Cannabis Clinic, shares her insight from the frontline of an emerging field of medicine, taking readers inside the clinic and offering a doctor’s perspective on what it really means [...]

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German Medical Cannabis Patients Report Reduced Prescription Drug Use, Survey Finds

By |2026-04-23T03:02:29+01:0023 April 2026|

A new survey of more than 3,500 medical cannabis patients in Germany has found that more than half were able to reduce their use of other prescription medications. Data published by Bloomwell Group in its latest ‘Cannabis Barometer’ report indicates that more than half (58.9%) of [...]

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Majority of Brits support cannabis reform, YouGov survey finds

By |2026-04-22T03:02:35+01:0022 April 2026|

Only 35% of the general public think cannabis possession should remain a criminal offence, while one in three Brits say they have tried cannabis at least once. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Liam O'Dowd

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Move Over Flower, Pre-roll is King

By |2026-04-22T03:02:16+01:0022 April 2026|

Driven by innovation and convenience, pre-roll sales in 2025 not only had the strongest growth of any major category, topping $3.6 billion in sales and moving 383 million units, but supplanted flower as the most units sold for the first time in the industry’s history, according [...]

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Medical cannabis cuts prescription drug use by 85%, German patient survey finds

By |2026-04-21T03:03:28+01:0021 April 2026|

A survey of over 3,500 patients reported an average 85 per cent reduction in the use of other prescription medicines after starting medical cannabis, with large drops in the use of opioids and sleep drugs. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Liam O'Dowd

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Building a Better Sleep Routine with Simple Daily Habits

By |2026-04-18T03:05:22+01:0018 April 2026|

Struggling to fall asleep, waking up during the night, or feeling tired throughout the day are common challenges for many people. With busy schedules, stress, and constant screen exposure, maintaining a healthy sleep routine can feel difficult. This is where sleep supplements and targeted wellness products are becoming increasingly popular for those looking to support better rest and restore balance. 

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Colorado Pushes to Normalize THC Beverages in Bars as Federal Pressure Mounts

By |2026-04-18T03:05:05+01:0018 April 2026|

As federal policymakers move toward restricting hemp-derived cannabinoid products, a new state-level effort in Colorado is taking the opposite approach by moving to integrate low-dose THC beverages into mainstream hospitality. A coalition led by Colorado-based attorney Brian Vicente, partner at Vicente LLP, has formed the Colorado [...]

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Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Preserve State Control as Federal Hemp Crackdown Looms

By |2026-04-18T03:05:02+01:0018 April 2026|

As the U.S. hemp industry braces for potential federal disruption later this year, a new bipartisan bill aims to give states a way to maintain control over intoxicating hemp products and potentially keep the category alive. Sens. Rand Paul (R-KY), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), and Joni Ernst [...]

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Cannabis Europa returns to London with patient issues on the agenda

By |2026-04-17T03:01:39+01:0017 April 2026|

More than 70 international speakers and over 1000 delegates set to attend The Barbican for debates, talks and discussions that lean into patient-focused issues. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Liam O'Dowd

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Welsh Liberal Democrats Pass Motion Protecting Medical Cannabis Patients

By |2026-04-17T03:01:26+01:0017 April 2026|

The Welsh Liberal Democrats have passed a motion designed to safeguard medical cannabis patients and protect them from discrimination. The party voted overwhelmingly to approve the motion at its spring conference in Cardiff in March, marking what some have described as a critical step forward for [...]

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Cannabis Europa Heads to London Amid €1.5 Billion European Market Surge

By |2026-04-17T03:01:17+01:0017 April 2026|

Cannabis Europa, the leading B2B conference for the European cannabis industry, has announced the full programme for its 2026 London edition. Taking place at The Barbican on 26 and 27 May, the event will bring together more than 70 speakers — regulators, investors, clinicians and operators [...]

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Operational Efficiency Is Driving the Next Phase of Cannabis Growth

By |2026-04-17T03:01:03+01:0017 April 2026|

For years, the cannabis industry operated in an environment where expansion was the primary signal of success, and investors were excited to get involved. New markets opened, and rapid growth often took priority over efficiency. Companies could move quickly and sort out the details later, trusting [...]

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THC Linked to Creation of False Memories and Difficulty With Memory Tasks

By |2026-04-16T03:00:52+01:0016 April 2026|

Researchers found that people who consumed THC were more likely to recall words that were never shown to them and had more trouble completing everyday memory tasks, such as remembering to do something later. Published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology, the results from the double-blind placebo-controlled [...]

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Vitamin C Gummies for Busy Lives: Easy Daily Immune Support

By |2026-04-15T03:04:36+01:0015 April 2026|

Keeping on top of your health isn’t always easy when your days are packed with work, errands and everything in between. With packed schedules, long working hours and constant demands, many people are looking for simple ways to support their immune system and overall wellbeing. This is where vitamin C gummies have become a popular choice, offering a convenient and enjoyable way to stay on top of your daily vitamins.

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Welsh Liberal Democrats pass motion to protect medical cannabis patients

By |2026-04-15T03:04:26+01:0015 April 2026|

The motion calls for an end to discrimination faced by people who use CBPMs and is the first time a UK political party has adopted medical cannabis patients' rights as official policy. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Liam O'Dowd

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Ireland Moves Forward With Review of Medical Cannabis Programme

By |2026-04-15T03:04:02+01:0015 April 2026|

The Irish government has appointed a public health academic to chair a formal review of its now five-year-old Medical Cannabis Access Programme (MCAP) following months of parliamentary pressure. Despite launching in 2021, a recent (March 18, 2026) written ministerial answer reveals that less than 100 patients have been approved [...]

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Industry Coalition Warns New Bill Would Wipe Out California’s Legal Cannabis Beverage Market

By |2026-04-14T03:04:37+01:0014 April 2026|

A letter to California’s Assembly Committee on Business and Professions argues a proposed 10mg THC-per-package cap would eliminate 93% of beverage sales — and more than $21 million in annual tax revenue. But the bill has a longer backstory rooted in child safety, audit findings, and [...]

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Commercial Insurance Has Failed Cannabis. Here’s What’s Next

By |2026-04-14T03:04:32+01:0014 April 2026|

In 2024, Colorado state officials announced a recall affecting 172 stores across the state. Batches of flower and pre-rolled joints from one grower exceeded mold and yeast limits. The losses were immense, including for companies that thought the money they were paying each year to insurance [...]

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Feeling Stressed? How Ashwagandha Gummies Fit into Modern Routines

By |2026-04-11T03:00:59+01:0011 April 2026|

Nowadays, managing daily pressure has become a priority for many people across the world. From demanding work schedules to constant digital distractions, it’s no surprise that more individuals are turning to natural stress support and daily wellness supplements to maintain balance. Among these, Ashwagandha Gummies and Ashwagandha Capsules have quickly gained popularity as convenient, plant-based options.

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FDA-Approved CBD Drug Shows Early Promise in Anorexia Patients

By |2026-04-10T03:04:36+01:0010 April 2026|

A small pilot study has found preliminary evidence to suggest that the FDA-approved CBD formulation, Epidiolex, may have benefits for weight restoration and symptom improvement in anorexia patients.  Anorexia Nervosa (AN) is a severe mental illness, marked by an intense fear of gaining weight and persistent [...]

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Cannabis Biopharma Company Enters Fight Over CMS Hemp Pilot

By |2026-04-10T03:04:21+01:0010 April 2026|

A cannabis biopharma company is seeking to join the federal lawsuit challenging the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) new hemp and CBD pilot program, adding a pharmaceutical voice to a government-sanctioned program allowing untested and unregulated hemp products into the marketplace. MMJ International Holdings [...]

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German cannabis legalisation shows mostly positive results, government report finds

By |2026-04-09T03:01:39+01:009 April 2026|

The black market has shrunk, police investigations are restricted, youth use remains stable, and the medical cannabis industry has become Europe's largest, according to the second evaluation of Germany’s partial cannabis legalisation. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Kevin Dinneen

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Germany’s Cannabis Act Two Years On — What Government Data Shows

By |2026-04-09T03:01:12+01:009 April 2026|

On the second anniversary of Germany’s landmark Cannabis Act (CanG) coming into force, the most comprehensive data and analysis of its impact to date has been published.  Last week, the government published the results of the second Ekocan (Evaluation des Konsumcannabisgesetzes) evaluation, providing vital new details [...]

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What You Need to Know About CBD Oil Before You Buy

By |2026-04-08T03:03:40+01:008 April 2026|

CBD oil has quickly become one of the most talked-about wellness products in the UK. But before you buy CBD oil, it’s important to understand exactly what it is, how it works, and what to look for when choosing a high-quality product.

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Inventory Is the Biggest Cash Flow Problem in Cannabis

By |2026-04-08T03:03:23+01:008 April 2026|

All roads in cannabis retail lead back to inventory. Retail cannabis operators across the country are being squeezed by razor-thin margins, declining cash flow, and a growing inability to pay vendors on time. The culprit is often not weak sales or lack of demand. It is [...]

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A New Way to Relax: CBD Bath Bombs and the Rise of Home Spa Trends

By |2026-04-03T03:04:32+01:003 April 2026|

In today’s fast-paced world, more people are turning to simple, effective ways to unwind at home. One of the fastest-growing wellness trends is the rise of the home spa experience, with CBD bath bombs leading the way. Combining the calming ritual of a warm bath with the potential benefits of CBD, these products are quickly becoming a staple in modern CBD self care routines.

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Heavy use of vape cartridges linked to Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome, new study finds

By |2026-04-03T03:04:21+01:003 April 2026|

University of California researchers found that vaping THC cartridges may trigger earlier onset of the debilitating condition, which causes severe nausea and vomiting in heavy cannabis users. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Kevin Dinneen

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Oliver’s Law: Campaign Calls for Changes to Medical Cannabis Prescribing in Psychiatric Conditions

By |2026-04-02T03:03:59+01:002 April 2026|

Words by Ben Stevens & Sarah Sinclair A new campaign is calling for urgent regulatory changes to how medical cannabis is prescribed to psychiatric patients in the UK, following what is believed to be the first time a coroner has found that a prescription for cannabis [...]

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Long-Term Heavy Cannabis Use Linked to Subtle Changes in Brain Structure

By |2026-04-01T03:04:30+01:001 April 2026|

New research suggests that long-term, heavy cannabis use is associated with subtle changes to the frontal cortex, the part of the brain involved in decision-making and executive function. The study, the findings of which were presented at the 2026 European Congress of Psychiatry this month, focused [...]

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