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The Medicann Blog shares weekly perspectives from the Medicann team, including emerging research, patient experiences, and the thinking behind how we support our patients.
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Because, you matter.
The Medicann Blog shares weekly perspectives from the Medicann team, including emerging research, patient experiences, and the thinking behind how we support our patients.
Real insight. Real care. Real people.
Because, you matter.
Last updated: 11/09/2026, 13:42
Medicinal Cannabis Matters: Friday Roundup - 11 September 2026
Welcome to this week’s roundup, where we’re looking at how new research is providing longer-term insight into medicinal cannabis and endometriosis, while scientists are exploring whether the endocannabinoid system could one day be measured in a similar way to other important biological systems. We also look at access to medicinal cannabis in Northern Ireland, including what patients need to know about prescriptions, driving and travelling across the border.
Can Medicinal Cannabis Help You Sleep?
If you regularly struggle to fall asleep, wake during the night or find yourself feeling exhausted despite spending enough time in bed, you may have wondered whether medical cannabis can help you sleep.
Medicinal Cannabis Matters: Friday Roundup - 4 September 2026
Welcome to this week’s roundup, where we’re looking at what the rest of 2026 could hold for the global cannabis industry, the important distinction between having THC in your system and being impaired when driving and what being eligible for medicinal cannabis actually means for patients in the UK.
Medicann Patient Spotlight: Lee Sessions’ Journey with Medicinal Cannabis
Name: Lee Sessions Condition: ADHD
Medicinal Cannabis Matters: Friday Roundup - 28 August 2026
Welcome to this week’s Medicinal Cannabis Matters, where we’re looking at how medicinal cannabis is vaporised, why a positive THC test does not necessarily mean someone is impaired and what patients should know about privacy and disclosure when using prescribed cannabis in the workplace.
Medical Cannabis Consumption Methods Explained: Oils, Vapes, Flower and Pastilles
If you're exploring medicinal cannabis treatment for the first time, you may be surprised by the different ways it can be prescribed. From oils and capsules to vaporised flower, pastilles and lozenges, there isn't one format that is right for every patient. The most appropriate option will depend on your individual circumstances, treatment goals, previous experience with medication and the recommendations from your clinical team.