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FDA Approves Clinical Trial On Cannabis In Veterans With PTSD
The FDA has given MAPS the green light to carry out a study in 320 veterans suffering from moderate to severe PTSD.
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Industry
UK cannabis bosses pledge to support veterans in accessing ‘vital’ medicines
The Cannabis Industry Council has joined over 11,000 other organisations across the country in signing the Armed Forces Covenant.
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Cannabis-in-brief: families failed by UK policy, potential new cancer drug and promise for veterans
Your weekly debrief of the latest cannabis news.
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Medicinal cannabis improves veterans’ quality of life and reduces substance use – study
Researchers say medicinal cannabis may play a ‘harm-reduction’ role, helping veterans use fewer pharmaceutical medications and other substances.
Mental health
71% of veterans in remission from PTSD with medical cannabis – study
A focus group in the US has explored the use of medical cannabis in veterans with PTSD
Mental health
Petition calls for government-funded medical cannabis for veterans
A new petition is calling for the UK government to fund medical cannabis and CBD for veterans. David Moczulski, founder of Tier One CBD, is a passionate advocate for the […]
Mental health
How this US brand is helping veterans access free CBD
“U.S. military veterans are some of the most selfless individuals so we thought the project would be a perfect fit.”
Mental health
“I have my life back” – The veterans turning to medical cannabis
Two veterans share how medical cannabis has changed their lives for the better.
Mental health
“We’re not doing enough as a country”- should medical cannabis be funded for veterans?
David Moczulski is pushing for Government-funded medical cannabis and CBD for veterans.
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Veterans and CBD: “It changed my life and closed a very dark chapter”
As troops return from Afghanistan this month, there has been a renewed call for extra support from the Government. Could CBD play a part in the mental and physical recovery of those returning?
Industry
The UK cannabis veterans taking on the industry’s big beasts
AltoVerde wants to shake things up in the industry which it believes has gone from counter-culture to corporate.
Mental health
Older veterans turn to cannabis for mental health issues
Researchers studied cannabis consumption in more than 500 veterans aged 60 and above.
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Cannabis trial for veterans with PTSD produces mixed results
The first randomised placebo-controlled study trial of smoked cannabis for military veterans with PTSD has produced inconclusive results. Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania supplied US veterans with one of […]
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Cannabis veterans launch water-soluble CBD
Cannabis industry veterans have launched a range of water-soluble CBD formats in a mission to demystify the plant for the masses. UK-based brand Mee has launched a series of water-soluble […]
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First study of cannabis in veterans with PTSD
The first observational study to determine the efficacy of cannabis for veterans with PTSD has gained approval from regulators in the US. US charity, The Battle Brothers Foundation has received […]
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Study to focus on medical cannabis in military veterans with PTSD
A new study is to explore the impact of medical cannabis on military veterans experiencing PTSD. The study, led by Avail Cannabis, will seek to identify the optimal cannabinoid profile […]
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How Much Does Medical Cannabis Cost in the UK? 2026 Price Guide
Medical cannabis costs can vary quite significantly in the UK depending on the provider, prescribed medication and clinic fees.
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Boxer Derek Chisora Says Medical Cannabis Helps Combat Chronic Pain After 50 Fights
The former heavyweight boxing contender revealed he is using prescribed medical cannabis to manage chronic pain.
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Blue Light Card holders to benefit from more affordable medical cannabis
Blue Light Card holders, including emergency service workers and health and social care staff can now access medical cannabis at a reduced cost.
Health
Healing wounds of war: Cannabis, PTSD, and the war in Ukraine
Adam Kavalier PhD, scientific director of Anthera Pharmaceuticals, explores what we know about medical cannabis in the treatment of PTSD.
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Patients to call for equity in medical cannabis access at UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs
The IACM Patient Council will highlight the barriers facing cannabis patients across the globe in Vienna next month.
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President Zelensky signs bill legalising medical cannabis in Ukraine
President Zelensky has signed a bill legalising medical cannabis in Ukraine, with patients expected to have access to regulated medicines as early as 2024. In what has been described as […]
Science
Best of cannabinoid science: Alzheimer’s, binge eating disorder, ageing and hair growth
Cannabis scientist Lex Pelger brings you the latest in cannabinoid research.
Beauty & Skincare
Hemp cream, salve or balm – what’s the difference?
Hemp-based topicals are becoming increasingly popular, with an abundance of creams, balms and salves now on offer. But what’s the difference, and importantly, how do you know which is right […]