Findings from a new clinical trial add to a growing evidence base for the potential of cannabinoids in managing diabetes. What do we know so far? The rise in people living with type 2 diabetes is an impending global health crisis. According to the World Health
The Cannabis Industry Council (CIC) has committed to supporting UK veterans in accessing medicines for conditions such as PTSD and chronic pain. Leaders at the CIC have joined over 11,000 other organisations across the country in signing the Armed Forces Covenant, which pledges to support the
New findings shed light on the relationship between cannabis legalisation and road safety in the United States. Analysis of data from states that legalised cannabis in 2016 found that traffic fatalities remained stable or decreased in the three years following legalisation, as compared to a slight
CBD edibles, drinks and smokable hemp are now banned in Hawaii under the new legislation. The interim rules restrict sales to tinctures, tablets, capsules, powders and topicals. The new processing rules introduced earlier this month were issued by the state’s Department of Health. Processors are charged
New research suggests that two non-psychoactive cannabis compounds could help treat fatty liver disease, the most common form of chronic liver disorder. Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have found that Cannabidiol (CBD) and Cannabigerol (CBG), can significantly reduce liver fat and improve metabolic health
This is the first part of a series of articles designed to introduce an integrated pest management framework for cannabis cultivation facilities. Part one details an overview of the plan as well as pest identification. Part two comes out next week and will delve into the
Getting a good night’s sleep is one of the most effective things we can do for our mood, productivity, and even our health. Sleep gives our bodies and brains the chance to recover, restore, and recharge – not to mention being essential for maintaining healthy brain
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
The Medical Cannabis Clinicians Society has published a comprehensive 189-page guide providing evidence-based medical cannabis oil dosing protocols for 12 conditions, addressing a critical gap in clinical training and practice. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Liam O’Dowd
A medical cannabis patient banned from motorsport has launched the world’s first racing team for prescribed patients, returning to compete at the same circuit where he was previously excluded by Motorsport UK. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Liam O’Dowd
The UK Government has announced a series of reforms to hemp licencing, making it easier for farmers to grow the crop. At present, anyone landowner or farmer wishing to grow hemp has to apply for a licence, outlining the specific fields they wish to use for
Scientists discover that cannabis compound CBD could improve the welfare of more than one billion fish shipped each year globally. This story first appeared on leafie, view here Author: Kevin Dinneen
Back in 2020, the European Commission formally classified edible cannabidiol (CBD) products like gummies, drinks, oils and even bread as novel foods (NFs). Today, all submitted applications remain on hold, with no CBD products receiving NF authorisation in the UK or Europe. Here Libby Clarke, managing
Recent moves by its neighbours towards more liberal cannabis laws have led to some wondering whether Poland is also poised for reform. Ahead of the country’s largest cannabis event WeedFest, Michał Witczak, says there is ‘light in the tunnel’, but the fight to shift the attitudes
A recent study from researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder has found that cancer patients using cannabis edibles experience improvements in pain levels, sleep quality, and cognitive function. The research, published in the journal Exploration in Medicine, found that cancer patients buying cannabis-infused food products
Is chronic pain, interrupted sleep and other debilitating symptoms affecting your ability to live well? It could be the time to try something different. The New Year brings with it fresh – and usually short lived – intentions about healthy living. For many, however, chronic pain
The Czech Republic is continuing to make progress on an ambitious overhaul of its drug policies, with sweeping reforms aimed at creating a regulated market for low-risk psychoactive substances and addressing long-standing issues in medical cannabis access. Starting July 2025, the sale of low-THC cannabis and
Consuming cannabis before a workout can boost motivation and make exercise more enjoyable, a new study has shown. The first ever study to examine how legal, commercially available cannabis shapes how exercise feels was published in the journal Sports Medicine, in December 2023. The study, looking
Medical cannabis has been available for prescription in the UK since November 2018, and since then an ever-growing number of patients have been able to access these medicines. Now, the UK has approved three vaporisers for the medical use of cannabis, offering specialists doctors the ability
Six years ago today, the UK took a step forward, allowing eligible patients to access medical cannabis for chronic physical and mental health conditions. This November, we celebrate the anniversary of this landmark decision and reflect on the journey so far. Tens of thousands of patients
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
What is the Care Quality Commission (CQC)? The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the UK’s independent regulator of health and social care services. It exists to ensure that clinics, hospitals, and other healthcare providers are following all relevant guidelines and meet essential standards of safety, effectiveness,
What is the NHS login? The NHS login is a single, secure login that enables you to swiftly access health and social care apps and websites wherever you see the NHS login button. This is most commonly used to access the NHS app on a computer
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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