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Medical cannabis patient “forced out” of hometown over housing battle
Danny Wilson says he is being unfairly treated as a result of his medical cannabis prescription.
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The Confidence Problem in Medical Cannabis Care – How Fear And Uncertainty Impact Patients
Since launching its legal support helpline, Releaf Cannabis Clinic has received increasing reports from patients experiencing stigma and discrimination.
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Welsh Liberal Democrats Pass Motion Protecting Medical Cannabis Patients
The party has passed a motion that aims to protect patients from discrimination related to their use of prescribed cannabis medicines.
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Patient Protect Supports UK Medical Cannabis Patients Facing Discrimination
A new UK-wide service has launched to support medical cannabis patients who face discrimination.
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Medical Cannabis Cards in Europe – Legitimacy, Benefits, and Future Challenges
The concept of the medical cannabis card originated out of the US in some jurisdictions where patients are issued an annual card from their doctor which permits them to purchase medical cannabis from any legal dispensary.
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Oireachtas Committee Pushes Decriminalisation of Cannabis in Ireland
The Oireachtas Joint Committee on Drugs Use has published its interim report into the recommendations of the Citizens’ Assembly.
Industry
Landlords warned cannabis policies could be at risk of breaching the Equality Act
A new report urges housing providers to support tenants who may be prescribed cannabis-based medicines.
Health
Study points to benefits of cannabis for reducing opioid use and symptoms of withdrawal
A new study highlights how cannabis can be a helpful tool for reducing opioid use and providing ‘rapid relief’ from symptoms of withdrawal.
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A new centre-left government and the potential for ‘change’ in the UK cannabis landscape
What does the new government mean for cannabis policy in the UK?
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New initiative launched to protect UK cannabis patients’ rights
The #ReleaseMyMeds campaign aims to provide support for those patients prescribed medicinal cannabis in the UK.
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Cannabis patient wins ‘small victory’ after months battling driving charges
Nathan Williams was pulled over by the same police officer just months after a previous case against him was dismissed.
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Jersey passes ‘de jure’ decriminalisation of cannabis for personal use
Jersey lawmakers have passed new legislation which is described as a ‘step towards’ the decriminalisation of possession of small amounts of cannabis and other Class B and C drugs. In […]
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Salford councillor moves ‘unprecedented’ motion to protect city’s cannabis patients
Salford City Council will vote this week on an ‘unprecedented’ motion designed to protect medicinal cannabis patients from discrimination. The motion, moved by independent councillor, Andrew Walters, puts forward a […]
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Medical Cannabis Awareness Week returns to mark 5th anniversary of law change
What to expect as MCAW returns to the UK for its third year running.
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Ireland Citizens’ Assembly on Drugs – time to shift focus from ‘failed policy’ to future solutions?
More than one person dies every day from drugs in Ireland, members of the Citizens’ Assembly have heard.
Patients
‘Cannabis set me on the path towards health, now I help others access it too’
Julie Durrans, co-founder of the Tiny Cannabis Club, on how she reclaimed her health with cannabis.
Patients
Why are some UK patients choosing legacy over legal cannabis?
Cannabis Health explores why some are still accessing their medication illicitly, either through choice or necessity.
News
Survey reveals broad spectrum of issues facing UK cannabis patients
Patients are still experiencing issues related to supply, cost, quality and stigma four years on from the law change.
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Medical cannabis in the mainstream: the top cannabis headlines this month
The latest coverage of medical cannabis in the mainstream media. From new research to patient stories, here are the top cannabis headlines from the past two weeks. Amidst the countless […]
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Medical cannabis in the mainstream – the top headlines this week
Get up to date on the week’s headlines.
Beauty & Skincare
Five of the best CBD skincare products
CBD and cannabis journalist, Ruby Deevoy shares her favourite CBD skincare products.
Patients
“Treat us as patients, not criminals” says cannabis campaigner
Long-time medical cannabis patient and campaigner, George Hutchings, is still forced to break the law
Advocacy
Celebrities including Drake call for a general pardon for those involved in cannabis offences
There are over 150 signatures from rappers, artists, producers, law enforcement and more.
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Emigration: I’m prescribed cannabis for ADHD but can’t travel home to Ireland
In the final part of our series Cannabis Health editor, Caroline Barry shares her own story.