Kerry Charron

Education

Bachelor of Arts in English, State University of New York at Albany.

Experience

Medicinal cannabis cultivation technician, dispensary agent, copywriter.

Written For

Labroots, Inc.

An experienced cannabis cultivation technician, Kerry is an expert in cannabis plant cloning and propagation, cannabis plant care, harvesting, drying and packaging. Kerry is committed to enhancing knowledge of medical cannabis and co-creates educational courses for institutions around the world. Kerry works across regulation, support cannabis business licensing applications and has a keen interest in writing about potential medical cannabis therapies for neurological and psychological disorders.

Releaf articles

Can you get a medical cannabis card for scoliosis in the UK?

Scoliosis is a musculoskeletal condition characterized by a deviation or curvature of the spine. In the UK, roughly 3 to 4 people out of every 1,000 have scoliosis. It can develop at any age and its severity can vary from mild to severe forms. For many scoliosis patients, constant discomfort is an everyday reality, highlighting the crucial need for effective new complementary therapy options that can enhance their quality of life. Although not a legal requirement here in the UK, some private clinics that offer cannabis prescriptions do provide their patients with a medical cannabis card, and this includes us here at Releaf.

12. 01. 2025

Can CBD help improve sleep for people with autism?

Many patients report that cannabidiol (CBD) is effective at promoting relaxation and sleep, and emerging research studies are starting to show data that backs up this anecdotal evidence. CBD is a naturally occurring compound found in cannabis plants, and it’s widely known for its calming effects. It has been shown to interact with the serotonin system, as well as the endocannabinoid system (ECS), both of which are responsible for regulating relaxation and sleep.

28. 09. 2023

Can you get a medical cannabis card for chronic back pain in the UK?

Medical cannabis is an increasingly popular treatment option for people suffering from chronic back pain. But to legally access it in the United Kingdom (UK), you need a physician registered to the General Medical Council Specialist Register to prescribe you cannabis. That means that, more than likely, your current GP won’t be able to help you get a medical cannabis prescription. NHS medical cannabis patients are not provided with a medical cannabis card, as unlike some other countries, it is not a legal requirement to carry a card. Again, if you are looking for the added protection that holding a medical cannabis card offers, then a private clinic is the best way to go.

22. 09. 2023