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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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94.4% of patients with sleep conditions report effective treatment: results from the UK’s largest medical cannabis survey
Based on UK patient data from 329 respondents within a wider survey of 1,669 participants, 94.4% say medical cannabis is effective for sleep-related conditions, with 82% noticing changes within the first week and 97.9% experiencing improved quality of life. The findings come from the largest ever survey of active UK medical cannabis patients.
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What to know before starting medical cannabis treatment with Releaf
Starting medical cannabis treatment can feel daunting. This guide explains how treatment works in the UK, what information you need to provide, and what happens next, helping you understand the process clearly before your first consultation with Releaf.
Mental health in the changing seasons
As we head into the spring and out of the dark, cold months of winter, we’re shedding some light on how the changing seasons play an often overlooked role in our mental health. From ‘Blue Monday’ to ‘Yellow Day’, we’ll explore seasons' significance in common mental health struggles and the role of medical and wellness interventions.
Natural ways to increase serotonin and dopamine
Our bodies contain an intensely complex network of receptors, enzymes and neurotransmitters, each playing a vital role in our overall functioning, health, and wellness. Dopamine and serotonin, for example, are two neurotransmitters known for their role in mood, pleasure, and motivation. So, what can we do to give our bodies a natural boost of these important chemicals?
National Blood Donor Month: Can I donate blood as a medical cannabis patient in the UK?
Blood donation is vital for many areas of health care, including emergency blood transfusions, as well as for medical research and the development of new treatments. This National Blood Donor Month, we’re looking at the importance of blood donation in the UK and around the world, and looking into how your status as a medical cannabis patient could affect your eligibility to give blood.