A Scientists View on How to Treat Anxiety with Cannabis
Many people are reporting symptoms of anxiety and stress, particularly since the pandemic began. Now a cannabis scientist explains how best to use THC and CBD in treating these disorders.
Pluses and Minuses of Medical Cannabis so Far
This article looks into both the positives and negatives of medicinal cannabis and what evidence has been discovered and researched at the present moment.
Montu Fundraises for ‘Alternaleaf’ Telehealth Services
Montu, a medical group in East Melbourne, Australia, has used crowdfunding platform Birchal to help raise funds for its telehealth services which help patients find doctors who can prescribe medicinal cannabis.
Study Says CBD is Better for Depression than THC
A new study has been published in the Frontiers in Psychiatry journal which has found that cannabis with high amounts of CBD get better results for treating depression than THC-dominant strains.
$33.2 Billion in Medical Cannabis Market Predicted by 2027
The medicinal cannabis market is expected to receive an annual growth rate of 18.4% and to reach around $33.2 billion by the year 2027.
The Use of Medical Cannabis in Australia
This article describes the growing use of medicinal cannabis in Australia, the research behind the drugs and how patients can access the drugs. It also talks about the costs and risks involved.
Those Who Use Cannabis for Chronic Pain Likely to be Younger
The younger generation, aged 18-34 are more likely to use CBD oil to treat conditions such as chronic pain. This figure is double the rate against people who are aged 45 years or over.
MedReleaf to Make Medicinal Cannabis More Affordable
MedReleaf Australia has announced that it plans to make its medicinal cannabis products more accessible to Australians who are in a disadvantaged position, lowering some of their product costs.
Benefits of Growing Your Own Medicinal Cannabis
For those of you who are legally allowed to grow your own cannabis, you may be wondering what the benefits are for medicinal purposes, and whether they may help to relive any symptoms you may be experiencing.
How Does THCA Compare to THC?
Learn about what exactly THCA is, how it differs from THC and whether or not it can get you high. Whilst closely compared, they actually create quite different effects, this article explains how.
What Exactly is CBDa?
Just got your head around CBD? Take a look at what CBDa is and how it may also help with certain medical ailments such as pain and inflammation. Here explains the difference between CBD and CBDa.
Is CBD Oil Good for Rheumatoid Arthritis?
This article gives an overview of the various research studies on the effects of CBD oil on those suffering with pain, including rheumatoid arthritis and how best to use it.
Facts About Medicinal Cannabis in Australia and Laws for Each State
Here is a quick and easy guide to what exactly medicinal cannabis is, how it is used, what it is used for, possible side effects, and what the medical cannabis laws are in each state with Australia.
MTPConnect Report on Medicinal Cannabis in Australia
Take a look at this latest MTPConnect Report on both the challenges and opportunities within the medicinal cannabis industry in Australia. The report looks at the size of the current industry with future predictions.
First Import of Medical Cannabis to Australia from The Green Organic Dutchman
The Green Organic Dutchman, whose headquarters are situated in Ontario, Canada, have just shipped over the first shipment of cannabis for the Australian medical cannabis market.
“Product, Pricing and Patient Analysis” Medicinal Cannabis Report
FreshLeaf Analytics has released a full and broad report on the Australian medicinal cannabis market, including market growth expectations, revenue and attitudes of doctors and health professionals.
Women with Breast Cancer Not Telling Doc About Cannabis Use
An online survey of over 600 respondents suggests that some 42% of women who have breast cancer are using cannabis for the relief of symptoms but are not telling their doctors.
Justin Bieber to Launch Pre-rolled Joints After Hit Song
Justin Bieber is to partner with LA-based cannabis company Palms, and launch pre-rolled joints, named ‘Peaches’ after his hit song of the same name. The joints will be sold in California where cannabis is now legal.
‘Ryan’s Law’ in California Will allow Cannabis Use for Terminally Ill Patients
The Compassionate Access to Medical Cannabis Act in California, also known as ‘Ryan’s Law’, will allow terminally ill patients to receive cannabis in hospital, but not via smoking or vaping.
Study Says CBD is Better for Depression than THC
A new study has been published in the Frontiers in Psychiatry journal which has found that cannabis with high amounts of CBD get better results for treating depression than THC-dominant strains.
Medicinal Cannabis Prescriptions at Their Highest in Australia
Since being legalised in 2016, Australia has seen one of the biggest rises in medical cannabis prescriptions being approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration’s Special Access Scheme.
$180m Medicinal Cannabis Facility to Go Ahead in Toowoomba
After raising over a million dollars in a week, the fundraiser kicked off the first stage of the planned development, which will see more than one hundred tonnes per year of cannabis produced over 11 hectares.
GP’s Hesitant to Prescribe Medical Cannabis
Whilst it is now legal in Australia for doctors to prescribe medicinal cannabis, many patients suffering from chronic pain have faced reluctance and hesitancy for it to be prescribed by their GP.
Western Australian Town Starts Building Medicinal Cannabis Facility
The town of Collie in Western Australia has begun work on a new medicinal cannabis facility, which is thought to produce at least 50 new jobs for local residents, from the $2 million investment.
New Products on the Medicinal Cannabis Market for Australia
2021 will see more products being made available on the medicinal cannabis market withing Australia, with the medical sector leading the way for cannabis treatments.
New Survey for Pharmacists in Australia Selling CBD Oil
The Lambert Initiative for Cannabinoid Therapeutics and the Sydney Pharmacy School at the University of Sydney are surveying pharmacists to see if they are ready for medical cannabis prescriptions.
Bod Australia (BDA) is Ready to Release New Medical Cannabis Product, to the UK
Bod Australia is set to release a new cannabigerol (CBG) product, which will be sold under the MediCabilis brand. This will be distributed to various medical facilities within the UK.
Cannabis Drug Now on Australian Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme
For the first time, a medicinal cannabis drug has been listed on the Australian Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). This means that those who suffer from dravet syndrome, a rare form of epilepsy, can get treatment.
Warning to Aussies About Fake Cannabis Medications
A warning has been issued from the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA) in Australia, over potential fake, and illegal selling of cannabis medications. Aussies should watch for counterfeit products that may be harmful.
How Medical Cannabis Can Help Australians
Over the past few years, more and more Australians, and indeed many people worldwide, have had an increased interest in using cannabis for a medical purpose.