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Stay updated with the latest trends, news, and developments in the UK medical cannabis industry, from regulations to market growth and innovations.

Discussing medical cannabis at Christmas

With extended families coming together and immediate families typically spending long periods of time together over the Christmas period, catching up on what everyone has been up to over the last year is a common course conversation takes.

4 min read
20.12.2024
Lucy MacKinnon

Getting your head around medical cannabis accessories

With UK medical cannabis going nothing short of viral in the past 12 months or so (and patient numbers climbing at an exponential rate), the need for clear, concise information regarding medical cannabis accessories has never been more obvious.

5 min read
19.12.2024
Sam North

Releaf Unwrapped: What we got up to in 2024

This year, we’ve taken a leaf from Spotify’s book and put together a collection of our favourite moments during 2024. As the year draws to a close, here we reflect on our milestones, growth, and most importantly, the transformative difference we’re making for patients.

8 min read
17.12.2024
Lucy MacKinnon

‘Tis the season: Refer a friend to Releaf

The days are drawing in and Christmas is right around the corner. Many of us will be working our way down Christmas lists, trying to find the perfect presents for our loved ones.

3 min read
11.12.2024
Emily Ledger

Green Friday UK: Releaf’s biggest ever discounts

Last year, our representative research found 68% of UK adults would consider medical cannabis treatment if their doctor recommended it, but around 1 in 4 said they would be apprehensive about, and perhaps discouraged by, the costs involved.

4 min read
29.11.2024
Lucy MacKinnon

Can I get medical cannabis on the NHS?

There has been a huge resurgence in interest in plant-based health solutions in the past few decades. Not so long ago, most patients would just take whatever pharmaceutical options their GPs prescribed - but as we mature as a society and our collective understanding of alternative medicine grows, the understanding that plants can offer natural relief from a huge range of symptoms grows.

8 min read
03.05.2024
Sam North

Six years of medical cannabis: What does it mean to you?

Friday the 1st of November 2024 marks six years of medical cannabis in the UK. For the last six years, (since November 1, 2018) specialist doctors like those working at Releaf have been able to prescribe medical cannabis flower, and cannabis oil, to eligible patients when traditional treatments have proved ineffective.

7 min read
31.10.2024
Lucy MacKinnon

Who uses medical cannabis in the UK?

Medical cannabis was legalised almost 6 years ago as an alternative treatment option for a large volume of health conditions when conventional approaches have proved ineffective.

7 min read
24.10.2024
Lucy MacKinnon

Why medical cannabis is not prescribed for schizoaffective disorder in the UK

Medical cannabis has been prescribed for a wide range of conditions in the UK since the legislation of cannabis-based treatments on the 1st of November 2018. Since then, tens of thousands of patients have received a prescription for cannabis-based medicines; however, there are several conditions, including schizoaffective disorder, for which medical cannabis is not considered a suitable option. But why is this?

5 min read
23.10.2024
Emily Ledger

THC Vapes: the what, the where, the why, and the warning

In this article, we explore the distinction between illegal, unregulated THC vape pens and legally prescribed medical cannabis flower. Understanding the difference is crucial— especially for patients— when it comes to making informed choices about your health.

6 min read
21.10.2024
Sarah Sinclair

2024 breakthroughs: The latest research shaping the future of cannabis-based medicines

The medicinal potential of cannabis and its derivatives has been a focus of medical research for hundreds of years. Yet, there remains a significant number of unknowns around this complex and versatile plant. With that in mind, we’re taking a closer look at some of the most significant medical cannabis research published so far in 2024.

7 min read
16.10.2024
Emily Ledger

Why medical cannabis is not prescribed for bipolar disorder

Now that medical cannabis has been legally available in the UK for almost six years, powerful patient testimonials are hitting the press highlighting how medical cannabis has helped people manage PTSD, depression, and anxiety symptoms.

5 min read
03.10.2024
Lucy MacKinnon

Who are Releaf’s clinical team: Who can prescribe cannabis in the UK?

Curious as to who can prescribe medical cannabis in the UK? Well, meet Releaf’s team of specialists, from GPs to specialists n Neurology, Psychiatry, Oncology, Rheumatology and Palliative Care, our clinical team collaborate to create the best bespoke treatment plan possible, for each individual patient.

8 min read
19.09.2024
Lucy MacKinnon

How to use the Flowerstick Home Fill System

With a large proportion of Releaf patients choosing the Omura Vaporiser to "heat, not burn" their prescribed medical cannabis flower options, we thought it was about time to quickly discuss how to use the Flowerstick Home Fill System.

3 min read
17.09.2024
Sam North

UK Savings Week: is medical cannabis affordable?

Much like all other treatment options in the UK, medical cannabis does come with costs. But, here at Releaf we do our best to balance bespoke, specialised care with affordable and accessible treatment plans, and our ever-growing patient numbers and reams of positive reviews on Trust Pilot, show we’re keeping the scales in check.

5 min read
12.09.2024
Lucy MacKinnon