Joint Honours Degree in Journalism and Media and Communications.
Junior Journalist at Orange Fox Media, creating content for vaping publications, media partnerships, and blogs. Journalist at The Cannavist, securing the UK's first commercial cannabis publication deal with WHSmiths and Easons in Ireland. Published numerous articles covering different aspects of the cannabis industry and interviewed experts. Collaborated on official media partnerships, including the Europe CBD Expo official show guide.
Vapouround, Evade Magazine, StudyInn.
Lucy is a respected journalist and content writer within the medical cannabis sector. Passionate about removing the stigma that surrounds cannabis-based treatments, and improving patient outcomes, Lucy is dedicated to creating high quality content that educates, informs, and raises awareness of medical cannabis in the UK. During her time at Releaf Lucy has spearheaded our 2023 market research report, Say No To Pain, which, as the UK’s largest study of attitudes towards medical cannabis, provided invaluable insight into the current medical cannabis climate in the UK. She has also been a large contributor to our blog and education section, and as well as producing medical cannabis patient travel guides, Lucy has helped to create one of the largest medical cannabis glossaries available online. Lucy started her content career in the vaping industry as a junior journalist and quickly segued into cannabis journalism in 2019. Lucy has previously written for The Cannavist, the UK’s first cannabis-based publication sold in high-street retailers such as W H Smiths and Easons in Ireland, has collaborated on official media partnerships including the Europe CBD Expo show guide, and has conducted in-depth interviews industry members, healthcare professionals, and patients alike.
When exploring medical cannabis as a treatment option in the UK, your journey begins with an essential step: a thorough evaluation of your eligibility. Here the clinical team have to establish a comprehensive understanding of your health history, which they do by asking for permission to access your health records, or your Summary Care Record (SCR).
In today’s modern world, when people want to know something, often the first thing they do is turn to Google, and so, the internet can act as a mirror and reflect what society is interested in.
To expand on our continental cannabis guide, we’ve also released a series of articles that delve deeper into the legal frameworks that regulate medical cannabis in each continent. In this article, we discuss travelling with cannabis-based medicines to some of the most scenic South American countries.
Dr Charlie Easmon is a highly acclaimed international health expert, who has ventured through over 75 countries, observing and evaluating local medical facilities for the last four decades.
‘Medical cannabis’ is a term used to describe any kind of cannabis-based medicine used to relieve the symptoms of a medical condition. From pain management to restoring a healthy sleep pattern, medical cannabis can be integral to alleviating some of the discomfort and issues people with chronic medical conditions face.
For the second time in a matter of months, official organisations, in this case the Home Affairs Committee, have raised concerns to the government about issues in accessing cannabis-based medicines in the UK.
Recently, a team of researchers in Greece published the latest evidence that suggests medical cannabis can improve health related quality of life for patients living with various chronic diseases. These findings build on other studies from around the world, such as those conducted in the UK, and in Australia, which have also discovered a correlation between cannabis-based treatments and an improvement in quality of life.
Two weeks ago, the cannabis community shone a special spotlight on some of the industry’s most influential and inspirational women at Product Earth - the UK’s largest natural medicine experience.
‘Medical cannabis’ is a term used to describe all forms of cannabis-based medicine. This medicinal option became a legal reality here in the UK on the 1st of November 2018, and since that time, we have seen a slow but steady incline of patients receiving prescriptions for a wide range of health issues. From anxiety and depression to chronic pain, medical cannabis can alleviate the discomfort that those dealing with medical conditions experience and can improve their quality of life.
Each year, TripAdvisor and Lastminute.com release a list with their top spots to visit, providing plenty of information for prospective travellers. But one piece of information that isn’t included in these features, is the legal status of medical cannabis in these countries. That’s where we come in. In this feature, we will explore how cannabis-friendly the countries featured on Lastminute.com’s ‘Top 10 Best Holiday Destinations for the 2023 summer’ list, so that you can de-stress in the perfect destination.
Cancer pain is one symptom of cancer that can most negatively affect the quality of life of cancer patients, which is why there is so much research being conducted to find new, complementary treatments. An increasing amount of that research is focusing on the potential benefits of medical cannabis, and the results so far are certainly encouraging.
According to Macmillan Cancer Support, there are 3 million people in the UK living with cancer, and this is expected to rise to 5.3 million by 2040. On average, someone is diagnosed with cancer every 90 seconds. While there have been huge advances in cancer treatment, it’s still a hugely prevalent and devastatingly destructive disease. Inevitably, patients have looked at ways of managing pain with complementary treatment options, including THC, which potentially has a role to play in long-term pain relief.
It’s a common dream to jet set away to a faraway land, explore new landscapes and learn about different and diverse cultures. Relaxing in a tropical environment or adventuring through unfamiliar territories are popular bucket list items for millions across the world, and we don’t think medication should stop these dreams from becoming a reality.
Blood sugar, also known as blood glucose, is the amount of sugar in your blood at any one time. The sugars come from the food you eat, sugary drinks, or they are released from glucose stores in the liver and muscles. Normally, the pancreas releases a chemical called insulin into the blood when glucose levels get too high, which signals to your body to reabsorb these sugars until they return to a normal level.
Cannabidiol, or CBD as it’s more commonly known, is a natural compound occurring in the Cannabis sativa plant. The plant contains two main cannabinoids: tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). Recent research has shown that CBD products (which can legally contain up to 0.2% THC when sold over the counter) can have a number of health benefits and medicinal uses, such as the treatment of chronic pain, reducing anxiety and depression, and helping with addiction.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder – or PTSD – is an anxiety disorder and complex psychological condition brought on by a distressing and traumatic event. Those diagnosed with PTSD often experience generalised underlying anxiety, flashbacks, panic attacks, and nightmares.
While CBD use is on the rise in the United Kingdom, with trendy coffee shops even offering to add a few drops to your flat white for a small extra charge, there is still some confusion surrounding its legal status in the UK. This is perhaps particularly true when it comes in the form of CBD edibles, with many wondering if it’s a prohibited substance. Let's dive in and find out what the law does and does not allow when it comes to CBD products.
Eczema is a common skin condition, but it blights thousands of people’s lives around the world. Characterised by chronically itchy skin which looks red, dry, and inflamed, it can drive people to distraction and keep them up at night.
Acne is an extremely common skin condition, and most people will experience it at some point in their lives – around 95% of young people aged 11-30 will have acne to some extent. Girls most commonly suffer between the ages of 14 and 17, and boys between 16 and 19. For most, it disappears by the time they’re in their 20s -but for about 3%, it continues well into adulthood.
Cannabidiol, or CBD, is a chemical compound found in the cannabis sativa L. plant, more commonly known as cannabis or hemp. It is one of more than 110 chemicals known as phytocannabinoids found in this particular species of plant, and one of the most prevalent, along with tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).
Releaf’s complete CBD guide goes beyond dosage to explain how cannabidiol works, what affects how it’s absorbed, and how to find the right product and dose for your needs. Whether you're new to CBD or want a deeper understanding, this guide covers it all
Medical cannabis for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a growing area of clinical interest, particularly for patients who have been unable to find relief from conventional treatments. But can cannabis actually support IBS symptoms? The honest answer is this: the evidence is still fairly limited, but certain IBS patients have reported some improvements in symptoms like abdominal pain, cramps, and gut motility issues when taking medical cannabis.
Typically administered to manage symptoms of anxiety and depression, or to relieve pain and improve sleep, evidence suggests medical cannabis, and in particular CBD oil, could also potentially aid 10 million people around the world living with Parkinson’s Disease.
The endocannabinoid system (ECS) plays a role in bone homeostasis and healing, with the CB1 receptor stimulation regulating bone mass and density, while the CB2 receptor is responsible for bone maintenance via stimulating certain cells that build bone. Cannabinoids also interact with other peripheral receptors in the body to further aid in the influencing of boosting bone mass, as well as preventing specific types of cells from degrading the bone.
"Since starting my treatment plan with Releaf, I’m genuinely shocked at how well it has worked."Chloe Durrington, Releaf patient
