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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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Acne Awareness Month: Skin health and medical cannabis
Acne is estimated to affect approximately 95% of people aged between 11 and 30 years old and is the eighth most common skin disease worldwide. In the UK specifically, it’s one of the most common skin conditions, with the country in the top 10 globally for diagnoses in adolescents and young people. Our skin contains part of the endocannabinoid system, the complex cell-signalling network responsible for keeping our skin healthy by regulating important bodily processes like inflammation and oil (sebum) production.
7 min read
18.06.2026
Patrick Bawn
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Brain fog: Can medical cannabis help?
Brain fog is a common symptom of a number of health conditions; however, it can also be associated with lifestyle factors, hormones, and some medications. In this article, we’re exploring the causes of brain fog, recommended ways of tackling its symptoms, and whether medical cannabis could be helpful.
7 min read
07.05.2025
Emily Ledger
Motivated Mondays: Why the start of the week is popular for healthcare
Are Mondays really the worst day for healthcare appointments—or the best? While some research claims early-week consultations are more likely to be missed, Releaf’s latest data tells a different story. From booking patterns to attendance rates and prescription orders, we explore why Mondays might just be the most proactive day in medical cannabis care.
5 min read
06.05.2025
Lucy MacKinnon
UK Police say the smell of cannabis no longer constitutes grounds for stop and search
Last week, Avon and Somerset Police announced they have trained their frontline officers to no longer use the smell of cannabis as grounds for stop and searches, following IOPC guidance, and ISoPP recommendations.
8 min read
09.05.2025
Lucy MacKinnon
Decoding Cannabis: Medical cannabis for fibromyalgia, a real-world study review
Medical cannabis may not be a cure for fibromyalgia, but for many UK patients, it’s helping reduce pain, improve sleep, and ease reliance on conventional meds. This real-world study shows how cannabis could reshape chronic pain treatment.
17 min read
01.05.2025
Sam North