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7 years legal: 7 legal recaps - UK medical cannabis edition

This week marks seven years since [medical cannabis](https://releaf.co.uk) was legalised in the UK - a move that allowed UK patients to access cannabis-based medicines for the first time since the 1970s. In honour of this landmark, we’re recapping seven important aspects of medical cannabis in the UK, from legislation and conditions regarding its prescription to the situation in the NHS and guidelines when using these medications.

8 min read

19.12.2025

Emily Ledger

Travel Tuesday: Travelling to Greece with medical cannabis

Every year, millions of people flock to Greece. With approximately 200 flights travelling from the UK to Greece every week, planning a trip is often a walk in the park. But if you’re travelling to Greece with [medical cannabis](http://releaf.co.uk), things can get a bit more complicated. So, let’s break down all you need to know.

6 min read

02.12.2025

Emily Ledger

Green Friday UK: Releaf’s biggest ever discounts

This year, our patient survey, the largest of its kind in the UK, found that 97% of patients reported an improved quality of life and 91% they were likely to recommend medical cannabis to others who may be eiligible.

4 min read

25.11.2025

Sam North

Men’s Health Month 2025: what the UK’s largest cannabis study reveals about men’s health

This Men’s Health Month, Releaf's study of active UK medical cannabis patients (the largest to date) shows how men are using treatment to improve their quality of life, reduce chronic pain, support their mental and general wellbeing, and move beyond outdated stigma. The data reflects a wider shift toward openness, ownership, and long-term health management among men seeking more stable and effective support.

9 min read

21.11.2025

Sam North

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