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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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Pride, PTSD, and plant-based approaches
Each year in June, LGBTQ+ Pride events take place around the world. These events offer an opportunity to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, honour their contributions, and recognise the ongoing struggle for equality. But June also marks PTSD Awareness Month and, as these two important events coincide, it is important to recognise the increased rates of PTSD among LGBTQ+ individuals, understand the reasons behind this, and improve awareness of available treatment options.
10 min read
24.06.2026
Sam North
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Therapeutic use exemptions in sport: Medical cannabis
Can professional athletes legally use medical cannabis? In this guide, we break down Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUEs), what WADA and UKAD rules say, and how to navigate cannabis prescriptions in sport - without compromising your health or career.
11 min read
08.07.2025
Lucy MacKinnon
Releaf: Introducing Beyond the Script - Cannabis conversations that matter
In a world where convenience meets curiosity, Releaf proudly launches Beyond the Script — a podcast designed to make cannabis conversations more accessible than ever. With expert guests, powerful insights, and over 2,000 views on our debut episode, we’re breaking down medical cannabis topics in a way that’s engaging, credible, and easy to digest.
6 min read
07.07.2025
Lucy MacKinnon
You’re not alone: 100,000 people have started their medical cannabis journey with Releaf
More than 100,000 people across the UK have completed Releaf’s free medical cannabis eligibility checker and created a secure patient account. This isn’t just a number. It reflects a growing shift in how patients think about their health, and a not-so-quiet turning point in how UK medical cannabis is seen, accessed, and supported.
12 min read
07.07.2025
Sam North
Decoding Cannabis: Is there hope for sleep apnoea beyond the CPAP mask?
Sleep apnoea doesn’t just disrupt breathing, it wrecks rest, energy, and wellbeing. A large US study found that medical cannabis helped many patients manage fatigue and improve sleep quality. In the UK, Releaf offers structured, specialist-guided access to the same kinds of treatments. If CPAP isn’t working, this could be a clinically supported option worth exploring.
12 min read
03.07.2025
Sam North