The Colombian government recently confirmed that cannabis medicines would be covered by the healthcare system, making it one of the few countries in the world to introduce such a policy. Dr Sandra Carrillo, of the Colombian Medical Cannabis Association, tells Cannabis Health how attitudes are finally [...]
A new study from researchers in Spain found no decline in the health of regular cannabis consumers when compared to the general population. The paper, published in the journal Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research, assessed the impact of regular cannabis consumption on public health and compared the [...]
The legalisation of cannabis on prescription has failed to deliver access for all, say advocates, as new figures reveal the growing gap between private and NHS prescribing. New data has revealed the number of private and NHS cannabis prescriptions issued in England since the law change [...]
With the prevalence of poor mental health on the rise, many people are finding cannabis helpful for managing symptoms of common disorders such as depression, anxiety and PTSD. We explore its role in mental health treatment in more detail. All of us have ‘mental health’ – [...]
Three new research studies have been published using data from the UK Medical Cannabis Registry that demonstrate the effects of cannabis in those living with depression, childhood epilepsy and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The Registry, which is run by Sapphire Medical Clinics, is thought to be [...]
After decades of negotiations, almost 200 countries have agreed to a historic deal to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030. Cannabis could help get them to the goal while slashing carbon emissions in the process. Planetary health is human health, and the twin challenges of [...]
In recent weeks, promising research has been published on the potential of cannabis as a tool for sleep, muscle recovery, multiple sclerosis (MS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). With a record number of research papers published on cannabis and its therapeutic potential in 2022, it can [...]
UK company, Chanelle McCoy Health, has been granted ethics approval in Australia for a clinical trial investigating the effect of its synthetic CBD formulation on sleep. The pharmaceutical company has received Ethics Approval from Bellberry Human Research Ethics Committee in Australia, for a significant Phase III [...]
New findings highlighting a rise in cannabis-related hospital visits among older consumers have led to calls for more patient-doctor communication around its use in medical care. As a growing number of older adults are experimenting with cannabis to help alleviate chronic symptoms, a new study has [...]
The short- and long-term effects of prenatal cannabis use on both parent and child are still poorly understood. New research from North America sheds light on this sensitive topic. Some people consume cannabis during pregnancy to alleviate symptoms such as nausea, stress, insomnia, and pain (to [...]
A new study provides fresh insights into how THC interacts with the human body to provide therapeutic effects. In various European countries and North America, cannabis-based medicines are authorised for therapeutic purposes. While the cannabis plant contains over 100 cannabinoids, THC (D9-tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol) are [...]
With draft regulations for the legalisation of medicinal cannabis in Spain expected imminently, we explore the existing grey market and meet those bridging the gap to help patients access the treatment safely. Last year the Spanish government took a significant step towards legalising medicinal cannabis for [...]
Almost a third of patients with chronic pain reported using cannabis to manage it, according to new findings from the US. As more US states legalise cannabis for medical and recreational use, increasing numbers of people are experimenting with it for pain relief, a new study [...]
All patients undergoing a procedure requiring anaesthesia should be screened for cannabis use, according to new guidance published in the US. The first guidelines on cannabis use in relation to surgery have been issued by the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA Pain [...]
The holidays can be a boozy blur of celebratory bevvies and festive cheer. But an almost month-long drinking binge can result in a hangover of whole-body proportions. Could cannabis help drink-lovers take a break from the tipple this Dry January? Whether it’s sparkling wine at the [...]
Regulators in France have reversed a ban on the sale and consumption of CBD flower. We’ve summarised everything you need to know. As of Thursday, 29 December 2022, the French Council of State (Conseil d’État) overturned a decision to cancel the ban on the sale and [...]
Illegal UK cannabis startup, Dispenseroo, has revealed that many customers are using its products to treat medical conditions. What does its so-called success say about the current state of play? The founder of the online dispensary – who goes by the name of ‘S’ – claims [...]
Will 2023 be the year we see some major shifts in access and attitudes towards cannabis? With help from experts, we lay out our predictions for the year ahead. 2022 saw some major developments for cannabis across the globe. The collective value of the CBD, medical [...]
Cannabis research continues to flourish across the globe, with a record number of scientific papers published in 2022. Hundreds more studies were published on cannabis in 2022 than in the years previously, according to figures collected by the US advocacy group NORML. Campaigners for wider access [...]
This year saw some exciting developments for cannabis across Europe, but the UK’s medical cannabis system must do more to support patients. In 2022 new research showed promising potential for cannabis to treat pain, depression, Covid-19 and even Alzheimer’s; Germany announced plans to legalise adult-use cannabis; [...]
Could cannabis help mitigate some of the liver damage caused by excessive alcohol consumption? A recent study suggests so. Cannabis is often touted as a less harmful alternative to alcohol. However, a new study has found that the compounds found in the plant may actually reduce [...]
A Scottish mum says she has been ‘blown away’ by the support of donors who helped raise £18,000 to fund her son’s medication for a year. Thirty six business owners in Lanarkshire, Scotland have pledged £500 to help cover the costs of medical cannabis treatment for [...]
Zerenia Clinics UK recently marked its first anniversary, having helped over 500 patients to access potentially life-changing cannabis medicine. At the end of November, Zerenia Clinics UK celebrated its first year of operation in the UK. In its initial year, Zerenia Clinics UK is proud to [...]
The UK government has called for a review to address some of the barriers currently holding back research into controlled drugs, including synthetic cannabinoids. Home Office officials have acknowledged that the current regulations may be holding back research into Schedule 1 drugs, including synthetic cannabinoids (SCRAs). [...]
Cannabis decriminalisation is not associated with a notable increase in traffic accidents, finds a new report. The report from the Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA) and the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) analyses the impact of cannabis decriminalisation on the vehicular accident experience in Canada and the [...]
An open letter urging the UK government to reconsider its proposals for harsher drug penalties, has been signed by 500 public health and criminal justice experts. Leading public bodies including the Faculty of Public Health, Police Foundation and the British Medical Association, have expressed ‘serious concerns’ [...]
If internet searchers are anything to go by, Brits are feeling pretty frazzled right now. Experts at Simply CBD share some stress-busting tips to encourage calm and relaxation this season. The lingering stress of the cost-of-living crisis weighs heavily on the shoulders of many, and with [...]
Access to medical cannabis is associated with a reduction in alcohol sales, a new Canadian study has found. The data, published in the journal Health Policy, shows that the legalisation of medical cannabis in Canada was associated with a reduction in alcohol sales, suggesting it may [...]
Cantourage Clinic, which prescribes cannabis to patients across the UK, has received high praise from the Care Quality Commission following a recent inspection. Following an inspection by the CQC in October, Cantourage Clinic has been rated as ‘Good’ by the independent regulator. The report published detailed [...]
A biotech startup based in Poland is working on a technology which it claims could revolutionise the way CBD products are absorbed. Low absorption of CBD products in the body is a concern for manufacturers and consumers alike, as the level of absorption ultimately determines the [...]
New information reveals a ‘major disconnect’ between NHS and private prescribing of cannabis medicines is ‘holding back progress’ in the UK, potentially failing thousands of patients. More than six in 10 NHS Foundation Trusts in England (61%) say they did not prescribe any cannabis-based medicines in [...]
Malta legalised medical cannabis in 2018, but according to advocates the ecosystem is prohibitive and focused on industry profit over patient welfare. Could soon-to-open legal cannabis social clubs provide a trusted alternative? Malta made waves in 2021 when it became the first EU country to legalise [...]
Real-world data from the UK shows patients with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) experienced an improvement in symptoms and quality of life when prescribed cannabis. The new study published in the Expert Review of Neurotherapeutics found that patients enrolled on the UK Medical Cannabis Registry experienced an [...]
A Canadian cannabis company is set to study minor cannabinoids for the treatment of epilepsy as part of a National Institute of Health (NIH) programme. Cannabis research company, Cannabis Orchards, has signed an agreement with the National Institute of Health (NIH) to participate in the Epilepsy [...]
Demand for intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids (IHDCs) – which give users a legal ‘high’ – is now rising across Europe and the UK, but a lack of research and regulation could put consumers at risk. CBD could be considered the calming, non-psychoactive cousin of delta-9 THC, the [...]
Earlier this month Irish dad-of-two, Patrick Moore, was sentenced to five years for the cultivation and supply of cannabis, much of which was donated to severely ill patients. The tragic consequences will be felt by many, writes friend and long-time activist, Peter Reynolds. Patrick Moore lives [...]
Europe’s first trial of adult-use THC cannabis is expected to begin in the new year, Swiss officials have confirmed. Switzerland’s so-called ‘Weed Care’ trial, the first pilot program to study the effects of adult-use cannabis legalisation in Europe, is set to launch at the end of [...]
New research has found significant improvements in quality of life among Tourette’s patients’ consuming cannabis-based products. Cannabis products are associated with improved quality of life and a reduction in prescription medications among patients with Tourette syndrome, new research shows. Tourette’s syndrome is a neurological disorder, which [...]
The number of medical cannabis patients in Europe grew by almost 100,000 over the last year, according to new data, but access remains out of reach for many. The majority of people in Europe now live in countries with some form of access to medical cannabis [...]
A charity set up to help fund the cost of children’s medical cannabis prescriptions has stepped in to support a family who face losing access to their son’s oil. The family of six-year-old Oliver Rice, who has treatment-resistant epilepsy, has received a three-month financial grant from [...]
CBD startup, Hemp Heros, is partnering with University College Dublin (UCD), medical professionals and veterinarians, to expand research on full-spectrum CBD for people and their pets. The UK’s CBD revolution is in full swing. CBD-based supplements are an increasingly common sight in cupboards across the country [...]
Industry leaders hope the passing of a landmark bill to expand cannabis research in the US will encourage the UK government to recognise its potential. Following the passing of historical new legislation in the US, cannabis industry leaders have called for the UK government to recognise [...]
The online food giant, Deliveroo, is taking action against an illegal cannabis seller over ‘obvious mimicking’ of its brand. The digital takeaway delivery service, Deliveroo, has confirmed that it is taking official action against an illicit cannabis start-up which appears to mimic the company’s branding. Dispenseroo, [...]
Many UK families are accessing cannabis for children with cancer and other life-limiting illnesses, say experts, without any support from their doctors. Despite cannabis not being prescribed for childhood cancer, even through private clinics, many families in the UK are thought to be accessing it illicitly [...]
A 20-year US study points to major shifts in teenage substance use trends, with alcohol abuse declining while the consumption of cannabis edibles climbs. Adolescent cannabis abuse has increased 245% since 2000 in the US, according to a new study, while alcohol abuse has steadily declined [...]
Germany is likely to legalise the adult-use of recreational cannabis in 2024, but what does this mean for the country’s medical cannabis community? Cannabis is not a dirty secret in Germany. Tens of thousands of patients—potentially more than 1% of the population—benefit from medical access, with [...]
Cancer patients used less opioids to manage their pain while receiving treatment in states where medical cannabis was legalised, according to a new study. The findings of the study suggest that medical cannabis legalisation was associated with a lower rate of opioid dispensing and pain-related hospital [...]
Patients from the Isle of Man can now have their cannabis prescriptions fulfilled locally after several months of delays. As of Thursday 1 December, patients with a private prescription for Cannabis Based Products for Medicinal use (CBPMs) are able to have their prescription fulfilled on the [...]
In a market which some would argue is not sufficiently meeting the needs of patients, European cannabis producer AltoVerde aims to bring quality and transparency to the sector. Questionable quality, inconsistent supply and a lack of detailed product information. The team at AltoVerde has identified some [...]
A new report gives an insight into the multitude of challenges preventing more UK clinicians from prescribing cannabis medicines. Cannabis must be treated the same as any other medication if we want to see mainstream prescribing in the UK, say doctors in a landmark report out [...]
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