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.
What are the Benefits of Using CBD Oil?
CBD is short for cannabidiol, which is an element of the cannabis plant. CBD is good for use in medical settings as it can help with a variety of ailments, without getting you high.
ANTG Hoping to Ship First Medical Cannabis Flower to New Zealand
Byron Bay-based company ANTG has already sent shipments of medicinal cannabis to Europe, but soon the Australian Natural Therapeutics Group would like to export to the New Zealand market.
First Medicinal Cannabis Product for Kids on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme
The first ever medicinal cannabis medication is soon to be on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, which will help with children suffering from a rare form of epilepsy (Dravet syndrome).
Professor Michael Farrell Discusses the Evidence on Use of Cannabis for Chronic Pain
How much evidence do we really have on the benefits of using cannabis to treat chronic pain and other physical ailments? NDARC director Michael Farrell discusses this with host Norman Swan on ABC Radio’s National Health Report.
Company in Lesotho Gets Licence to Export Medicinal Cannabis to the EU
MG Health, based in Lesotho is the first cannabis company in Africa to receive a licence to export cannabis flowers, oil, and other extracts, to the EU for medicinal cannabis medication. Germany will be the first country to receive an import.
Medicinal Cannabis in Australia and How it Can Help Everyday Aussies
Views around cannabis, particularly in treating various ailments and disorders are rapidly changing. This article looks at what exactly medical cannabis is, what treatments are available within Australia and how they are taken.
How Difficult is it to be Prescribed Medical Cannabis in Australia?
Although the use of cannabis for medical reasons has been around for several years in Australia, how hard is it to get your hands on medicinal cannabis? This article looks at the laws within each Australian state.