Sam North
Education
Royal Australian Navy - Electronic and Communications Advanced Diploma (TAFE).
Written For
Releaf, Fast Buds, MSNL, Paradise Seeds, Cookies Seeds, Premium Cultivars
With a background in cannabis journalism - writing for Fast Buds, Paradise Seeds, Cookies Seeds Co., MSNL, and now Releaf, Sam is an experienced cannabis expert who understands how to communicate complex ideas clearly. Collaborating with clients throughout the global cannabis industry, he has cemented himself as a leading voice within both the recreational and medicinal sectors. Whether it’s researching, writing, editing, or consulting, Sam has a commitment to accuracy and quality that clients and audiences connect to. Based between Asia, Australia, and Europe, Sam is passionate about educating and enlightening people on all aspects of cannabis. By translating scientific data into easily understandable language, he strives to bridge the gap between the medical and recreational cannabis communities. Sam believes that with the proper education, correct understanding, and honest information, everyone can benefit from the natural healing power of cannabis.
Releaf articles
Medical cannabis for anxiety and mental health: is the evidence being misinterpreted?
Recent mainstream media coverage has suggested there is no evidence medical cannabis helps mental health conditions, but that conclusion depends on how the data is interpreted. This article reviews clinical research alongside UK patient outcomes across anxiety, depression, and PTSD to show what the evidence actually says and where conclusions are simply too narrow.
95.4% of women reported effective medical cannabis treatment: Releaf survey findings for International Women’s Day 2026
In November 2025, Releaf commissioned the largest UK medical cannabis patient survey ever conducted (1,669 responses). This cohort analysis examines women treated for conditions such as endometriosis, menopause symptoms, severe period pain, and PMDD, covering reported treatment effectiveness, speed of perceived benefit, quality of life changes, daily functioning, side effects, stigma, and confidence using prescribed medication in public and when travelling.
How UK medical cannabis delivery works (and why delays sometimes happen) in 2026
Medical cannabis delivery in the UK follows strict legal safeguards. Most prescriptions arrive within 2 to 5 working days, but compliance rules and courier regulations can occasionally extend timelines. Here’s how the process works, why licensed couriers are required, and what happens if a delivery is missed.