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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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International Day of Women and Girls in Science: Building inclusive futures

Medical Cannabis | Industry

The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is an important date in the ongoing movement to end the Gender Gap. Despite still being a minority in many fields, women have made some of the most influential contributions to scientific development and progression in history. In honour of this year’s event, we’re honouring the women and girls who continue to push the boundaries of science and how their contributions are shaping the world of health care.

6 min read
11.02.2026
Emily Ledger

International Day of Women and Girls in Science: Building inclusive futures

The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is an important date in the ongoing movement to end the Gender Gap. Despite still being a minority in many fields, women have made some of the most influential contributions to scientific development and progression in history. In honour of this year’s event, we’re honouring the women and girls who continue to push the boundaries of science and how their contributions are shaping the world of health care.

6 min read
11.02.2026
Emily Ledger

UK medical cannabis for chronic pain: what 792 current patients reported

In November 2025, Releaf conducted the largest medical cannabis patient survey ever carried out in the UK. This blog focuses on 792 people prescribed medical cannabis for chronic pain, sharing patient-reported data on effectiveness, quality of life, daily functioning, side effects, stigma, and confidence in real-world settings.

9 min read
11.02.2026
Sam North

Travel Tuesday: Travelling to Germany with medical cannabis

Germany is one of Europe’s largest countries, and with many stunning and historic cities and towns to visit, from Berlin and Hamburg to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, it attracts tens of millions of tourists every year. But what is it like to travel to Germany as a medical cannabis patient? We’re taking a look at everything you need to know when travelling to Germany with medical cannabis.

5 min read
10.02.2026
Emily Ledger

UK medical cannabis for cancer-related pain, nausea, and vomiting in 2026

Cancer and its treatment can be associated with a wide range of symptoms and side effects. As we once again look to raise awareness for those living with cancer this World Cancer Day, we’re assessing the evidence and recommendations for the use of medical cannabis for cancer-related pain, chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting, and more.

6 min read
05.02.2026
Emily Ledger