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Chanelle McCoy Health Claims First Positive EFSA Opinion on CBD Novel Food Application
The CBD manufacturer has received a draft positive scientific opinion from EFSA on its Novel Food application.
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Germany Bans Flower from Reimbursement and Mandates Six-Month Trial for Extracts
Germany has voted to ban medical cannabis flower from its statutory health insurance scheme.
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Cannabis Health Announces 2026 Symposium Series in Frankfurt and London
Europe’s dedicated medical cannabis education series for clinicians and industry professionals announces two autumn events — 4 November at Mainhaus, Frankfurt, and 26 November at Conway Hall, London
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France Submits Decree for the Reimbursement of Medical Cannabis
France’s incoming generalised medical cannabis framework has edged closer to clearing its last remaining hurdle.
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UK Medical Cannabis Patient Numbers Set to Reach 140,000 in 2026, Industry Report Finds
UK imports of the medical cannabis and the range of products available to patients both doubled in 2025.
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France Sets July Deadline for Medical Cannabis Regulations, as Study Shows Opioid Reductions
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Curaleaf Laboratories and Herdade das Barrocas (HDB) Announce Strategic Partnership to Reintroduce HDB Products to the UK Medical Cannabis Market
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Upcoming Symposiums
Cannabis Health Symposium
Evidence-led education for clinicians, industry and patient advocates — across Europe.
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4 November 2026
Frankfurt · Mainhaus
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26 November 2026
London · Conway Hall