Releaf Blog
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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Why Releaf is the most trusted medical cannabis clinic in the UK in 2026
Releaf is the most trusted medical cannabis clinic in the UK based on Trustpilot data, with over 5,411 reviews and a 4.7 rating. This 2026 update explains how Releaf compares to other major UK medical cannabis clinics, including Alternaleaf, Mamedica, Curaleaf, CB1 Medical, and why Releaf has been the most trusted medical cannabis clinic in the UK for more than 18 months (based on Trustpilot reviews).
New best practice guidelines for prescribing UK medical cannabis released
The Medical Cannabis Clinicians Society (MCCS) has released new prescribing guidelines for cannabis-based medicines following the CQC’s report on sector standards. Here’s what the update means for clinicians, patients, and the future of regulated medical cannabis care in the UK.
Decoding cannabis: Can UK medical cannabis help with depression this World Mental Health Day?
To mark World Mental Health Day 2025, we continue our Decoding Cannabis blog series by exploring a major 2024 review of 156 studies on medical cannabis and depression. The evidence suggests that balanced THC and CBD prescriptions may help support mood and emotional well-being, while THC-heavy options can sometimes worsen symptoms. The findings highlight cannabis’s emerging role in UK mental health care
How medical cannabis may be of benefit to breast cancer patients
Medical cannabis is not a cure for breast cancer, but growing evidence suggests it may help relieve treatment-related symptoms such as pain, nausea and anxiety. This guide explores current research, the role of clinical oversight, and how Releaf provides safe access to personalised cannabis-based care for breast cancer patients in the UK.
Travel Tuesday: Travelling to Italy with your prescribed medical cannabis
Italy remains a top travel destination for its food, art, and beauty, but if you’re a UK medical cannabis patient, preparation is key if you want to be able to legally carry your UK medical cannabis precription. This Travel Tuesday guide explains how to travel to Italy with your prescription, the legal rules you must follow, and how Releaf’s free travel certificate and medical cannabis card helps make your journey stress-free.