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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.

Reflecting on medical cannabis research: Yes We Can

Almost a year after launching, the Cannabis Industry Council’s ‘Yes We Can’ research report was published, revealing what UK based medical cannabis patients think about various aspects of the medical cannabis industry. Here, we take a look at what they found, and, what this could mean.

5 min read
14.01.2025
Lucy MacKinnon

New 'Zero THC' regulation for UK CBD products

The Food Standards Agency (FSA)— the body responsible for the regulation of consumer CBD products in the UK—has hinted at ambitious new targets for CBD products in the UK market, which could see a push for zero detectable THC levels.

7 min read
13.01.2025
Sarah Sinclair

Releaf’s research recap: UK medical cannabis facts

At Releaf, one of our core commitments is to provide accurate, reliable and relevant information about medical cannabis treatments here in the UK, and in order to do this we’ve conducted our own research on numerous occasions.

10 min read
07.01.2025
Lucy MacKinnon

Real stories, Real impact: How we’re making a difference across the UK.

At Releaf, our mission is to enhance the quality of life of individuals across the UK by giving them back control of their health. And throughout 2024, as well as providing patient-focused care and unwavering support through our expert clinical and patient support teams, we’ve had the privilege of speaking with our patients one on one to find out more about their health journeys. 

16 min read
31.12.2024
Lucy MacKinnon

Medical cannabis treatment: What is an MDT?

Along with adapting to a whole new treatment option, patients just starting with medical cannabis treatment can sometimes find themselves feeling a little inundated by the terminology, acronyms, and jargon that accompany their treatment plan. One of the key terms for new patients to get their head around is MDT: Multidisciplinary Team.

5 min read
30.12.2024
Sam North

New Year, new me, new treatment: Medical cannabis in 2025.

Explore the potential of medical cannabis in 2025 as an alternative healthcare option in the UK. Learn how Releaf helps patients address health concerns like anxiety, chronic pain, and more with personalised, patient-centred treatment plans. Discover the benefits, conditions eligible for treatment, and how to take the first step toward a healthier you this New Year.

8 min read
24.12.2024
Lucy MacKinnon

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.

5 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