Explore UK-focused medical cannabis articles, including legal updates, patient experiences, treatment options, and the latest research within the British cannabis landscape.
When people look up cannabis strains, they often find a jumble of terms. In medical care, it’s a bit more focused. Here’s what patients in the UK can expect: THC-dominant, CBD-dominant, and balanced strains, plus terpene profiles that shape effects. Here, Releaf makes patient access simple and reliable.
In October 2024, Releaf was proud to announce our partnership with SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals - an initiative developed around a dedication to providing high-quality medical cannabis products to patients in the UK. Since then, we’ve introduced a new product offering to our patients - the SOMAÍ medical cannabis vape cartridge, which is suitable for a range of symptoms and conditions. So, let’s take a closer look at our partnership with SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals and what our patients are saying about these new cartridges.
Recent research suggests that THC-dominant cannabis oil affects core Alzheimer’s symptoms like agitation, appetite loss, cognitive function and sleep. We decode the study and explain what it means for families navigating dementia care in the UK.
This week marks Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Week, and in honour of the occasion, we’re taking a look at the impact of this common disease and how different treatments - including medical cannabis - could help patients to manage their symptoms.
This summer, we here at Releaf were celebrating the launch of our new podcast, ‘Beyond the Script’. Exploring a range of topics related to medical cannabis, from patient perspectives to political changes, ‘Beyond the Script’ aims to break down complex topics into easy to digest conversations, with help from some of the leading experts in the industry.
From Madrid to Barcelona, to Malaga and Seville, the Spanish mainland has an abundance of dreamy destinations for you to explore and unwind in. And while contacting the embassy, airline, or local authorities isn’t likely to be part of your regular routine when it comes to planning a much-needed getaway - if you’d like to take your medical cannabis prescription with you - it’s likely to become a reality. This blog will cover the basics of what you need to know when travelling to Spain with medical cannabis.
Medical cannabis is emerging as a potential treatment for multiple sclerosis symptoms like pain, spasticity, poor sleep, and fatigue. In this blog, we focus on a recent study from the United States examining how cannabinoids may support MS symptom management. We also break down how UK patients can legally access treatment and what a personalised Releaf prescription typically looks like.
Living with a chronic health condition can have a significant impact on many aspects of everyday life, often making access to support services essential. Thankfully, in the UK there is a wide range of organisations dedicated to offering services for a range of challenges from support for chronic illness and mental health to free financial and addiction services.
This blog is the ninth in our Real Patient Voices series, spotlighting the stories of Releaf patients across the UK. In this edition, we explore how medical cannabis can be used while working, and how patients like Daisy, Lisa, and Ryan maintain employment, productivity, stigma, and self-advocacy with prescribed cannabis treatments.
From lunchtime sign-ups to end-of-month prescriptions, our latest data analysis reveals when and why patients choose medical cannabis with Releaf.
Can cannabis really help with period pain? We break down a 2022 review exploring THC, CBD, and the science behind medical cannabis for menstrual cramps.
With so many sad things going on in the world, it can often be hard to stop and appreciate the small things that make us smile. But that’s what Happiness Happens Month is all about. In honour of this much-needed month of celebration, we’re taking a look at what keeps Releaf’s patients feeling positive and happy - and what we can do to help.
Releaf’s doctors, nurses, and specialists share why they decided to get involved in medical cannabis, reflecting on personal experiences, patient stories, and the limits of conventional treatments. From Oncology to Neurology, Psychiatry, pain management, and nursing, each voice highlights how clear, compassionate prescribing can transform quality of life. Together, their stories show the growing role of medical cannabis in modern healthcare.
Medical cannabis safety is built on personalised prescribing, careful titration, and ongoing clinical oversight. While fatal THC overdoses have never been recorded, taking too much THC can cause uncomfortable side effects. Learn how Releaf’s patient-first approach helps minimise risks and keeps treatment safe and effective.
A new gold-standard study found that a balanced CBD:THC oil may help people with chronic insomnia sleep longer, feel more rested, and function better the next day. With clear improvements in sleep quality, melatonin production, and morning alertness, the findings offer hope for patients who have tried other natural sleep aids without success.
Access to medical cannabis in the UK feels like a spectacle, but it is possible, and it’s easier than you think. But once your prescription has been granted and your medications are finally in your possession, it’s the practical things that might begin to grab your attention. Questions like: “How do I dispose of my medical cannabis products?” might spring to mind - but don’t worry we’re here to provide you with the right answers.
In honour of Never Give Up Day, we share the inspiring voices of Releaf patients who have turned to medical cannabis to manage PTSD, depression, anxiety, and grief.
At Releaf, we know how critical online safety is. We’ve implemented numerous procedures and protocols to ensure our patients remain safe, and their privacy is protected and secure, throughout every step of their journey.
Are you a medical cannabis patient in the UK that’s unhappy with the service your current clinic provides? Discover Releaf’s seamless transition process and experience UK-grown prescribed cannabis options, extensive clinical expertise, and an innovate all-in-one patient focused platform by making one simple switch.
Releaf’s new callback feature means you no longer need to wait on hold. Press the star key while in the queue, and we will save your place and call you back as soon as we are free. It is a simple change designed to give you more time for the things that matter, without missing the support you need from our Patient Support Team.
CBG has been called the mother of all cannabinoids, but could it also be the most versatile? This blog explores new findings from a 2024 clinical review, highlighting how CBG may affect brain health, inflammation, infections, cancer, and pain. The research is still early, but the signals are encouraging, and human trials are now on the horizon.
Around the world, a growing number of people are becoming aware of the potential health benefits of cannabis and its derivatives. Cannabinoids like CBD and THC are becoming increasingly recognised for their therapeutic properties, but knowledge of other cannabis compounds, such as cannabichromene (CBC) often remains limited. We’re on a mission to inform you about this lesser-known cannabinoid - so, let’s learn!
Travelling with medical cannabis in the UK is straightforward if you know the rules and prepare in advance. From carrying your medication in its original packaging to having your prescription and travel certificate ready, this Travel Tuesday guide covers best practices for buses, trains, ferries, and domestic flights. Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check official guidance before travelling.
Have you ever felt emotions so intensely that you’re unsure of yourself, or someone else’s intentions? Or perhaps you’ve struggled to find the right balance between wanting to get close to someone and letting them in, while still keeping them at an arm’s length to protect yourself just in case. While this is something most experience occasionally, for people with personality disorders this push and pull is a daily, sometimes even hourly, occurrence. An occurrence that plagues their reality, every single day - affecting their thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and their way of relating to others.
