Health
UK researchers find medical cannabis improves quality of life in MS and osteoarthritis
The latest UK research points to the potential benefits of medical cannabis in two long-term conditions.
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Pain
Medical cannabis reduces opioid use in osteoarthritis patients – study
Over one third of osteoarthritis patients stopped using prescription opioids.
News
Study to explore effects of CBD in dogs with osteoarthritis
Around one in five dogs are diagnosed with osteoarthritis in their lifetime.
Women's health
Can Cannabis Help Close the Gender Health Gap? | Cannabis Europa 2026
Clinicians, scientists and patients explored whether medical cannabis could help address longstanding inequalities in women’s health.
Science
12 Things We’ve Learned About Medical Cannabis in 2025
Dr Simon Erridge reflects on some of the key findings published on medical cannabis this year.
News
Closing the Gap: How Real-World Evidence Could Reshape UK Medical Cannabis Policy
UK medical cannabis clinic, Releaf, is investing in an ambitious new research programme to collect critical real-world evidence on the effects of medical cannabis treatments. Could it help bridge the […]
Science
Cannabis and ovarian cancer: continuing Michelle Kendall’s legacy
Bruce Kendall and Professor Hinanit Koltai share the remarkable story behind a promising new study.
Pain
Cannabis associated with long-term reduction in opioid use – study
Opioid use decreased following cannabis therapy and this decline grew more significantly over time.
Pain
CBD could replace opioids as treatment for arthritis – study
Arthritis patients reported significant improvements in symptoms after using CBD.
Science
Five new cannabis research studies to catch up on
Catch up on the latest global cannabis research.
Pain
“It’s just not manageable” – Rising cost of living threatens patient’s access to medical cannabis
Dad-of-three, Matthew Taylor, says funding his medication is becoming unmanageable in the current climate.
Industry
New fully digital cannabis dispensary launches in UK
It aims to streamline the process through which cannabis patients can access their medicine.
Pain
Lack of research preventing wider prescribing of cannabis for arthritis
The review found limited progress in understanding the potential of cannabis for the treatment of pain.
Mental health
Recreational cannabis reduces demand for prescription drugs – study
Research shows the legalisation of cannabis in the US has reduced demand for prescribed psychiatric and pain medication.
Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia diaries: How my cannabis journey began
After decades relying on opioids, in her late 60s, Julia decided there must be a better way.
Pain
Proposed UK trial to study cannabis as a treatment for chronic pain
A proposed UK study of whole plant cannabis as a treatment for chronic pain, hopes to pave the way for NHS access. Regulators have approved a small, feasibility study to […]
Pain
Promise for CBD as treatment for post-operative pain
A study has shown the cannabinoid could be beneficial for safely managing pain
Science
Journal Club: Medical cannabis for headache and migraine
Grow Pharma explores the latest research around medical cannabis for headaches and migraines.
Pain
Cannabotech medical cannabis products reduce pain by more than 80%
The products have been formulated using cannabis and mushroom extracts.
Women's health
Five natural, home remedies for period pain
A few of the best natural, home remedies for helping with period pain and PMS.
Beauty & Skincare
How CBD can help to boost your favourite beauty and skincare products
Wondering if that exfoliator or topical really needs to contain CBD?
Advocacy
The LGBT+ activists who fought for access to medical cannabis
For Gay History Month we highlight the LGBT+ cannabis activists who advocated for access to cannabis.
Pain
How CBD helps me combat arthritis pain
A patient shares how they combine CBD with lifestyles changes to manage their chronic pain.
News
Medterra: What is CBC and how can it boost our health?
Medterra explain how CBD could be the next big cannabinoid and how it differs from CBD