Three reasons the Conservative government might legalise cannabis
In this article Ian Hamilton of the University of York and Harry Sumnall of Liverpool John Moores University discuss three reasons why the Conservative...
Cann-Expo: production and manufacture of medical cannabis event
Set to become the leading international B2B commercial science event for medical cannabis, the Cann-Expo is launching in Athens, October 21-22.
Cann-Expo knows the global medical cannabis industry is maturing,...
New method found for measuring the treatment of rare liver disease in children
The study by UCLA researchers examines the role of the small molecule in children with a rare liver disease
In a new study, the UCLA...
Trailblazing doctor to ski 90km to raise funds for UK cannabis patients
A doctor is taking part in the world's largest skiing competition to raise funds for UK cannabis patients - despite learning to ski only...
CBD consumption to rise across the treatment of neurological conditions
Research shows that CBD consumption for the treatment of neurological conditions is set to rise.
With an exponential rise in the availability of CBD products...
Antibiotic potential of cannabis: CBG compound resistant to MRSA
Researchers have uncovered antibacterial properties of the cannabinoid CBG – which shows resistance to the drug-resistant bacteria MRSA.
An interdisciplinary team of McMaster University researchers...
The worrying findings of the male breastfeeding culture in Uganda
Dr Rowena Merritt from the University of Kent has elaborated on the worrying findings surrounding men in Uganda drinking their partner's breast milk
After preliminary...
Cannabis edibles are leading Canada’s cannabis market in 2020
Cannabis edibles and drinkables are already leading Canada's legal cannabis market in 2020.
It has now been more than a year since cannabis was legalised...
Did you know that the market for blood glucose monitoring is expected to rise?
According to Data Bridge Market Research, the blood glucose monitoring system market is forecasted to increase from $13.9bn in 2018 to an estimated value...
Research to look at cannabis landraces for treating gastrointestinal cancers
A new research partnership has been set up to look at the efficacy of cannabis landraces for gastrointestinal cancers to help inform cannabinoid profile...
Fluoride causes defects in the tooth enamel, study finds
Researchers at NYC College of Dentistry have discovered that changes within enamel cells due to excessive fluoride can lead to fluorosis
The research, published in...
Adverse Childhood Experiences approach overlooks vulnerable children
A new report from Early Intervention Foundation suggests services using the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) approach may be overlooking vulnerable children and calls for...
New NHS approach to cardiac rehabilitation could save 20,000 lives
A new projects aims to increase patient uptake of cardiac rehabilitation that could save up to 20,000 lives and prevent 49,000 hospital admissions.
Experts from...
Keeping the mind healthy with variety and consistency
Research from the University of South Florida (USF) reveals that the key to maintaining cognitive function is to engage in diverse activities regularly.
The study...
New cannabis research partnership to look at cannabis for medical use
A new cannabis research partnership will identify and analyse pharmacological, agricultural and genetic characteristics of 240 cannabis varieties for therapeutic purposes, such as refractory...
Study reveals difference between labelled and actual CBD potency
A scientific study has revealed differences between the CBD potency labelled on products and actual potency when measured.
GemmaCert has revealed the results of a...
The number of people with dementia is set to double by 2050
According to a new report from Alzheimer Europe, the number of people with dementia is set to double by 2050, despite a marked reduction...
Patients with type 2 diabetes may have missed out on a vital kidney test
A UK-wide survey, conducted by Napp Pharmaceuticals, suggests that over half of GPs and nurses treating patients with type 2 diabetes do not carry...
Low cost diaper uses smart technology to notify caregivers when it’s wet
Researchers at MIT have developed a smart diaper embedded with a moisture sensor that can alert caregivers when it becomes wet.
A wet diaper, for...
The UK’s first operational distance medical cannabis pharmacy launches
The UK’s first operational distance medical cannabis pharmacy has now launched, dedicated to fulfilling medical cannabis prescriptions.
EMMAC Life Sciences Group, Europe’s leading independent cannabis...