Medicinal Cannabis Matters – Friday Roundup, 12th September 2025

Welcome to this week’s Medicinal Cannabis Matters. At Medicann, we are dedicated to sharing the latest evidence and stories that show how medicinal cannabis is transforming lives and expanding its role in modern healthcare.

Medicinal cannabis could help you sleep

New research from Imperial College London has found that medicinal cannabis may provide significant benefits for people living with insomnia. The 18-month study of 124 participants showed improvements in sleep quality, alongside better mood and reduced pain symptoms.

This is welcome news for those who have struggled with conventional treatments. With its ability to target sleep, mood, and pain simultaneously, medicinal cannabis offers a holistic approach that addresses multiple aspects of wellbeing at once.

Read more at wddty.com

“Medical cannabis helps me live and function” – Milton Keynes social worker

Personal experiences are at the heart of why Medicann patients choose medicinal cannabis. Daisy Long, a Chief Social Worker from Milton Keynes, has shared how medical cannabis has enabled her to reclaim her life from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and a balance disorder.

Daisy describes how traditional medications left her sedated and disconnected. Since starting medical cannabis in 2024, she has seen daily panic attacks reduced, depression lifted, and motion sickness eased. Most importantly, she says medical cannabis allows her to function in her demanding role and enjoy her personal life again.

Her story highlights what we see every day at Medicann: patients gaining back not only their health, but their independence and quality of life.

Read more at Milton Keynes Citizen

Growing confidence in medicinal cannabis among adults aged 65 and over

More and more older adults are turning to medicinal cannabis to improve their wellbeing. A recent feature in Psychiatric Times points to rapid growth in use among people aged 65 and above, with many choosing it to help manage sleep issues, pain, and anxiety.

This shift shows a rising confidence in medicinal cannabis as a safe and effective option. Older adults are discovering that it can fit seamlessly alongside their lifestyles and health needs, offering gentle, natural relief where other approaches may not have worked as well.

Read more at Psychiatric Times

At Medicann, our mission is clear: to help patients live better, healthier, and fuller lives through safe and effective access to medicinal cannabis. Head over to our online eligibility checker today to find out if you are eligible today for medicinal cannabis in England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Isle of Man or the Channel Island's.