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Discover helpful insights on health, wellness, and medical cannabis in our blogs. Explore practical articles covering general medical cannabis info, tips for staying well, and how medical cannabis can assist with specific health conditions.

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International Day of Women and Girls in Science: Building inclusive futures

Medical Cannabis | Industry

The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is an important date in the ongoing movement to end the Gender Gap. Despite still being a minority in many fields, women have made some of the most influential contributions to scientific development and progression in history. In honour of this year’s event, we’re honouring the women and girls who continue to push the boundaries of science and how their contributions are shaping the world of health care.

6 min read
11.02.2026
Emily Ledger

Real patient voices: Treating ADHD with medical cannabis

If you’ve been following the Releaf blog, you’ll know our ‘Medical Cannabis and Me: Real Patient Voices’ series shares honest insights and lived experiences of from individuals here in the UK using cannabis-based treatments to help manage their health. For the sixth edition of this blog series, we’re paying special attention to those who’ve joined the Releaf community looking for additional ADHD support.

11 min read
30.06.2025
Lucy MacKinnon

Safe, trusted, and built for you: why UK patients choose Releaf for medical cannabis

With almost 2,000 verified Trustpilot reviews and an average score of 4.7, Releaf is the most trusted medical cannabis clinic in the UK. We provide regulated prescriptions, consistent access to high-quality medication, and a UK-based clinical and support team that actually cares. With unlimited clinical support, personalised treatment, and our custom-built patient platform, we are changing what safe, effective cannabis care looks like in the UK.

17 min read
27.06.2025
Sam North

Decoding Cannabis: Can CBD, CBG and CBN help block chronic pain at the source?

A new preclinical study explores whether cannabinoids like CBD, CBG and CBN can directly reduce chronic pain by targeting the sodium channel Nav1.8. The findings suggest these non-psychoactive compounds may help slow pain signalling at its source. In this edition of Decoding Cannabis, we break down what the study found, what it means for patients, and how Releaf is helping lead the change.

11 min read
26.06.2025
Sam North

Omega oil and medical cannabis: A powerful partnership

Medical cannabis is becoming increasingly popular among patients seeking holistic alternatives to conventional therapies. As such, it is important to be aware of the interactions between cannabis and other compounds found in medications and our diet, including omega-3 fatty acids. We’re taking a look at the potential complementary benefits of using medical cannabis in combination with omega-3 - an essential nutrient for many aspects of our health.

7 min read
25.06.2025
Emily Ledger